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A Level Choices

 

A Level Combinations

Link for information on acceptable A Level combinations

Examination Results

Results MTGS (see departmental areas for results breakdowns)

Results MTBS (see departmental areas for results breakdowns)

Sixth Form Prospectus

MTGS Sixth Form prospectus

MTBS Sixth Form prospectus

The Russell Group Guide to making decisions about post-16 education

Please note that choices of A levels will vary between departments at universities, so please use this as an overall guide not as a definitive resource. The best way is to contact the Admission Tutor for the subject you are interested in applying.

Question to consider when choosing options

There are many options available at 16. Questions you need to consider when identifying the right course for you:

  • Do you enjoy the course? (you should be surprised to learn students do on occasion study certain subjects even though they do not enjoy them!)
  • How is the course assessed? Does it meet your learning style? Do you prefer coursework or exam?
  • How does the course differ from the course at GCSE? What will you will you be studying? How big is the jump?
  • How do your teachers feel you will cope with the course? Do they have concerns? For example will you achieve the A or A* grade needed in Chemistry to become a doctor?
  • What modules or subjects will you be studying? Have you done some outside reading on the subject if you have not studied it before? (your school library will have relevant books)
  • Finally, do not choose a course simply because it looks good or because your friend is studying the subject!

Choose a course for the simple reason that you enjoy it and it could relate to what you want to do in the future.

For further information download Careers Newsletter Year 11