Are A levels more important than IGCSEs?

So, to answer the question, A-levels are more important if you have them. If you don’t, then GCSEs are very important. Both levels are important if you take main curriculum science subjects because the A level extends the knowledge you acquired during your GCSE’s.

Do universities look at IGCSE or A levels?

University Recognition For example, leading US and Canadian universities require Cambridge International AS & A Levels, but some US and Canadian colleges and universities will accept students with five Cambridge IGCSEs at grade C or above. In the UK, Cambridge IGCSE is accepted as equivalent to GCSE.

What happens if you don’t do well in A levels?

What happens if I fail my A-levels? Failing your A-levels can be a difficult experience to go through as it can feel like there are no alternative options. A-levels can bring about a lot of stress and anxiety about the future, which is why so many students put pressure on themselves to do well around this time.

Are A-Levels free for adults?

A-Level courses are provided for free to students aged 16 to 18 in the UK. All they have to pay to get their A-Levels are a symbolic fee for taking their final exams, which at maximum can be £100. For example, if you’re aged between 19 and 23 some colleges will offer you A-Level courses for free.

Is AC in IGCSE bad?

Yes, most American universities accept the IGCSE certification and regard it as a completion of your schooling. Some colleges will even accept the O Level as the completion of your schooling. Grades up to C are accepted.

What is the most failed A Level?

In order of easiest to most difficult, our list of the top 15 hardest A-Levels are: Art, Design & Technology (Product Design), Business Studies, Politics, Economics, History, English Literature, Psychology, Modern Languages, Mathematics, Computer Science, Biology, Chemistry, Further Mathematics, and Physics.

Can you fail A-Levels?

Whether you’ve failed your A Levels or narrowly missed out on the grades you need for university, it’s important to remember it’s not the end of the world. Yes, your A Level results do have a big impact on what you can do in the future, but there are still plenty of options available to you.

How hard is IGCSE?

“IGCSE was hard and stressful, but if you manage your time properly and have a good work ethic from the beginning, it’s really not that bad.” – Ana Samudio, Year 12 BIS HCMC student. Studying for the IGCSEs can certainly be a stressful period for most 14-16 year olds.

Is studying for the IGCSEs a stressful period?

Studying for the IGCSEs can certainly be a stressful period for most 14-16 year olds. To manage these stress levels and reach their potential, we encourage students to establish effective study habits from the outset.

What are IGCSEs and why are they important?

The IGCSEs are a key milestone in preparing students for the rigorous IB Diploma Programme and the world’s leading universities look to them as an additional performance indicator when considering applications.

Is it okay if my GCSEs are too easy?

On one hand they’re being told they’re stupid, then when they get exceptional grades, the exams are too easy. It isn’t the end of the world. It will be okay if you want it to be. Get off your arse, and sort it out. It will only be okay – maybe even bloody amazing – if you make it work for you.