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Taking A Levels as a Mature Student

In the UK, A Levels are a gateway into the majority of job roles, apprenticeships, and university places. As a result, many former students who didn’t complete their A Levels end up studying them later in life! A record number of mature students are expected to enrol in A Level courses. Whether you’re looking to...

Endorsed Certifications vs Regulated Qualifications: What’s the Difference?

When it comes to furthering your education and career prospects, you’ve more than likely come across terms like “endorsed certification” and “regulated qualifications.” These terms can be a bit confusing, but understanding the difference between them is crucial for making informed decisions when it comes time to enrol. In today’s blog post, we’ll delve into...

How to Resit Your A Levels 2025

August 14th 2025 is the next A level Results Day. If you’re among the many students who didn’t meet their predicted scores and fell short of their spot at university, don’t start panicking just yet. You have the option to retake your A level exams! Browse A Levels here. That might not be what you...

What are QCF, NVQ, and RQF Qualifications? What’s the Difference?

The RQF replaced the QCF in 2015, which replaced the NVQ in 2011. Confused? You’re not alone. Today we’ll break down these frameworks, iron out the confusing bits, and answer the following questions: What is an NVQ? What is a QCF? What is an RQF? How do RQF courses work? When did the system change?...
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