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A Levels

A Levels are a fantastic option if you enjoy studying a range of subjects through formal lectures, class activities, assessments and problem solving. Truro and Penwith College is one of the top-rated providers of this Level 3 qualification nationally and has many A Levels to choose from. 

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Why Choose A Levels?

A Levels are a great way of focussing your studies on subject areas that you particularly enjoy, while also keeping your options open after GCSEs. They provide you with the experience, academic qualifications and study skills to progress onto a range of pathways. University-level study is a common destination.

Modern study facilities are available at both Truro and Penwith College and successful students use these effectively, especially in study periods between timetabled lectures. Our Learning Resource Centres allow students to research and carry out work independently or with the assistance of knowledgeable support staff.

To broaden your development, there are various qualification and enrichment activities to enrol on including our range of sport and academic academies, extended certificate qualifications and the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ). 

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HOW LONG ARE THEY? 

A Level study takes place over two years.

WHAT DO I NEED?

Five GCSEs at Grade 4 or above in appropriate subjects, to include English Language or Literature and/or Maths at Grade 5 or above and with specific relevant subjects related to your A Level choices at Grade 6 or above.

WHAT WILL I DO?

Advanced Level programmes consist of formal lectures, class activities and assessments, set homework and problem-solving. For each subject, you will also be required to undertake several hours of independent study.

We strongly encourage a broad programme for A Level students. Most subject specifications are assessed by examination but some include coursework assessment. All A Levels at the College will be delivered in the new linear format with no qualification at the end of year one. Academic assessment for Linear A Levels will take place at the end of two years of study. Students must study a minimum of three A Levels. 

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I like being in classes with people who are all achieving high and being pushed more by the lectures.
Poppy
A Level Maths, Further Maths, Chemistry and Physics