Information to Support 6th Form Choices |
Featherstone 6th Form Prospectus
this is the school 6th form prospectus for 2011/2012 Power point used by Ms Meston in your tutor period.
Informed Choices: Russell Group University LIST
Informed ChoicesThe Russell Group of 20 leading UK universities has published its first ever guide to post-16 subject choices. Informed Choices, produced in collaboration with the Institute of Career Guidance, is aimed at all students considering A-level and equivalent options. It includes advice on the best subject combinations for a wide range of university courses as well as advice on the best choices if you don’t know what you want to study after school and need to keep your options open |
It's your choice: options after 16
Choices at 16 How to keep on learning after Year 11: stay on in full-time education or get work-based training Colleges and sixth forms Continuing your studies in the sixth form, further education colleges and specialist colleges Skills for work Entry to Employment, TfST, and more ways to learn for work if you're under 19 Apprenticeships Earn while you get training leading to nationally recognised qualifications Getting into university and higher education There may be more ways into university or higher education than you imagine Planning a gap year (young people section) Tips for making the most of your gap year, whether you stay at home or venture abroad all you need to know about how courses are leveled
This gives you a preview of the schools on-line choices form
A video which answers a lot of questions you might have about your post 16 choices
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Information about A-Level
AS and A2 Level – UK Courses
Students usually take 3 or 4 different subjects over a 2 year period, typically between the ages of 16 and 18. The first year ends with the Advanced Subsidiary exams while A2 exams are taken the following year, after which the successful student gains an A Level. The English educational system allows students to specialise in the subjects of their choice at AS and A Level. British universities like A Levels as they provide the depth required for UK degree courses. In nearly every other country, students have to go through a prolonged general education, and can only specialise when they go to university.
Making the Right Choice
Choosing the subjects to form an A Level portfolio takes time and thought. First and foremost you should consider subjects that interest you and that you know you will enjoy. You might call this ‘gut feeling’, but it is as good a guide as any, because you will be strongly committed to the subjects that you like and therefore more likely to work hard and achieve top grades.
Secondly, the subjects of your choice must suit your own particular strengths. Are you good at essay writing? Are you fond of problem solving? Do you like working with figures? Do you like working with ideas? Back your strengths – avoid your weaknesses!
Thirdly, you must consider your university or career objectives as these may mean that you have to gain passes in certain subjects. For example if you want to read Medicine or Veterinary Science, you will need at least two science subjects, including Chemistry. If you are applying for Economics or certain Business degree courses. then universities may well demand a pass in A Level Mathematics. On the other hand, you may want to keep all your options open, because many degree courses do not have any special subject requirements. It is always worth checking.
AS and A2 Level – UK Courses
Students usually take 3 or 4 different subjects over a 2 year period, typically between the ages of 16 and 18. The first year ends with the Advanced Subsidiary exams while A2 exams are taken the following year, after which the successful student gains an A Level. The English educational system allows students to specialise in the subjects of their choice at AS and A Level. British universities like A Levels as they provide the depth required for UK degree courses. In nearly every other country, students have to go through a prolonged general education, and can only specialise when they go to university.
Making the Right Choice
Choosing the subjects to form an A Level portfolio takes time and thought. First and foremost you should consider subjects that interest you and that you know you will enjoy. You might call this ‘gut feeling’, but it is as good a guide as any, because you will be strongly committed to the subjects that you like and therefore more likely to work hard and achieve top grades.
Secondly, the subjects of your choice must suit your own particular strengths. Are you good at essay writing? Are you fond of problem solving? Do you like working with figures? Do you like working with ideas? Back your strengths – avoid your weaknesses!
Thirdly, you must consider your university or career objectives as these may mean that you have to gain passes in certain subjects. For example if you want to read Medicine or Veterinary Science, you will need at least two science subjects, including Chemistry. If you are applying for Economics or certain Business degree courses. then universities may well demand a pass in A Level Mathematics. On the other hand, you may want to keep all your options open, because many degree courses do not have any special subject requirements. It is always worth checking.
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Our universities are to be found in all four nations and in every major city of the UK. They operate globally, attracting international students and academic staff from many different countries, but also have a strong role and influence within their regional and local community.
Students can choose from a wide range of internationally renowned courses - from medical, biological and physical sciences to business, social sciences and the humanities. Half a million students are enrolled at Russell Group universities - one in five of all higher education students in the UK.
Through their outstanding research and teaching, unrivalled links with businesses and a commitment to civic responsibility, Russell Group universities make an enormous impact on the economic, social and cultural wellbeing of the UK.
Our universities are to be found in all four nations and in every major city of the UK. They operate globally, attracting international students and academic staff from many different countries, but also have a strong role and influence within their regional and local community.
Students can choose from a wide range of internationally renowned courses - from medical, biological and physical sciences to business, social sciences and the humanities. Half a million students are enrolled at Russell Group universities - one in five of all higher education students in the UK.
Through their outstanding research and teaching, unrivalled links with businesses and a commitment to civic responsibility, Russell Group universities make an enormous impact on the economic, social and cultural wellbeing of the UK.