How to choose the right A level subjects

How to choose the right A level subjects

Nov 3, 2021 | A Levels, Careers, GCSE, Parenting, UCAS

Autumn term is when Year 11 students are having to choose their A level subjects. Schools and sixth form colleges are enticing students and their parents with open evenings and glossy brochures to study familiar favourites like Geography, Maths and History and a range...
Choosing your A level subjects

Choosing your A level subjects

May 25, 2021 | A Levels, Careers, UCAS

My son in Year 10 recently asked me what is the best subject when choosing your A level subjects, to get into university. I thought for a while and then said Maths, because more university courses specify Maths A level than any other subject. However, there is a BIG...
How to get a graduate job?

How to get a graduate job?

Apr 30, 2021 | Careers

In the race to ensure you get a 2:1 it’s easy to think it’s worth focusing all your time on your study to ensure a high grade.  However, when it comes to applying for graduate jobs, it’s clear from employers that other activities on your CV, including some relevant...
What next? Your options after A level results day.

What next? Your options after A level results day.

Jul 14, 2020 | A Levels, Careers, UCAS

WHAT NEXT?  Your options after A level results day. If August 13th is a significant day in your house there’s also no doubt been much soul searching over the last few months about student options after A level results day.  The Covid-19 pandemic has presented this...