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Kings definitely helped me build a varied portfolio. I think that being able to show a wide range of skills helped me in my university interview.
Hazal
Leeds Arts University
We offer A-levels in 4 different study plans:
The standard programme taken by UK students, over 6 terms of study.
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An accelerated, highly intensive programme suitable only for academically exceptional students.
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You can also enter the second year (A2) of a two-year A-level programme if you have completed Year 12 (Year 1 of A-levels) elsewhere.
By transferring to Kings, you benefit from more intensive and more tailored support. This offers greater scope to perform better and achieve more.
The Extended A-level is for international students with lower language levels.
It combines 1 – 4 terms of intensive language tuition and some academic subject classes with the 6 terms of A-level programme.
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There are six components to the A-level programme at Kings:
1. Academic subjects
Depending on your future degree course and ability, you will study three or four subjects.
2. Academic skills development
You will also have classes in Academic language, communication and study skills.
These support your general and subject-specific learning.
3. IELTS preparation
You will develop specific skills to pass the IELTS exam at the level required for university entry.
4. Academic Enrichment programme
You will have opportunities to follow a range of topics outside your main subjects.
5. Examination practice
You will have practice exams every week.
This ensure you learn the disciplines of working concisely, accurately and to precise time limits.
These practice exams also give your teachers valuable information about your progress so they can ensure lessons are relevant to your exact needs.
6. Examinations
You will have your final examinations at the end of Year 2.
We use the Cognitive Abilities Test (CAT 4) to assess your abilities, academic potential and learning preferences.
The test analyses your ability to reason with and manipulate different types of material. It uses verbal, non-verbal, quantitative and spatial reasoning tasks.
This method helps every student achieve more than they thought possible in a measurable way.
CAT 4 TestThe Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) can be taken alongside A-levels.
It is highly valued for progression to university and carries UCAS tariff points equivalent to half an A-level.
EPQ FactsheetA-levels are usually completed over two academic years. All A-level exams take place at the end of Year 2.
You can take an AS exam at the end of your first year, but it not essential and won’t count towards your final grade.
There is now less coursework and fewer practical assessments than before. Your final grade is based on end-of-course exams.
Each A-level is graded from A*, A, B, C, D or E.
When you apply for your degree course, universities will usually offer you a conditional place.
This means your place is dependent on you achieving the A-level grades they require, for example ABB.
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The Kings Admissions Team