What are A-levels?

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Understanding A-Levels: Your Gateway to University and Beyond If you're a British teenager, you're probably quite familiar with the term A-levels, or Advanced Level qualifications. They are a crucial part of the UK education system, typically taken by students aged 16 to 18 after completing their GCSEs. A-levels serve as a key stepping stone between secondary school and higher education or professional careers. The Structure of A-Levels A-level courses usually last two years, with AS levels (the first year half of an A-level) being taken in the first year, and A2 exams completing the qualification in the second year. Students...
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