A-Level Programme

Overview

Your passport to the best universities in Great Britain

What are A-Levels?

A-Levels are the last two years of secondary school in the UK, preparing students to successfully enter undergraduate studies at UK universities. Preparation for A-Levels is often done at a specialised school, such as EF International Academy, also known as Sixth Form Colleges. The A-level programme takes two years to complete and there are examinations at the end of each year.

Passport to a prestigious degree

Students are required to study for A-Level examinations in order to progress to virtually all of the top-ranked universities in the UK. High A-Level grades are essential for competitive undergraduate studies such as Medicine, Law and Engineering. Success at A-Level studies is also recognised as a worldwide achievement in its own right. The higher the A-Level examination grades, the better a student’s chances of getting into the University of his/her choice.

How do A-Level examinations work?

Typically, a student wishing to attend university prepares for A-Level examinations in three or four different subjects. They are advised to choose subjects that will help their future career and/or university application. Depending on the subject, some take into account the coursework completed throughout the year, while others are assessed entirely by examination. Examinations are independently graded and the results range from A (the highest) to E.

EF International Academy A-Level preparation

In order to be successful at A-Levels, it is important that students have a high level of English competence. In addition to having formal language skills, students need a broader range of study skills and a thorough understanding of British learning culture. Preparation for A-Level studies at EF International Academy is a key first step in accomplishing your long-term educational goals.

University preparation and advice

EF International Academy has a wide network of contacts with prestigious universities. Each student is assigned a University Placement Adviser upon arrival. From the very start of the course students receive regular university application briefings and will take part in visits to university campuses to thoroughly research the extensive range of degree courses available in the UK.