Sixth Form Entry Booklet

9 specific A Level requirement tend to have a Science or Maths focus. Note that with most degrees a high grade in any A Level is an indicator of intellectual ability and application. A ll A Levels are ‘relevant’ as they teach you how to think and develop the skills required for any degree. Below are some of the broad A Level requirements for certain courses. Please note requirements can vary for each university and these details are a small number of examples given for guidance only. African, Asian, Oriental languages Architecture Art History Computer Science Economics Engineering Law Medicine, Dentistry, Veterinary Science Natural Sciences Philosophy Psychology A Modern Language Often Mathematics or Physics Any suitable arts subject Mathematics Often Mathematics Mathematics and Physics An essay-based subject is an advantage Usually Chemistry and Biology Two Sciences (includes Mathematics) An essay-based subject is an advantage Any subject, sometimes Mathematics or a Science Combinations of Subjects When selecting your subjects think about the following: ▪ Choose no more than two ‘new’ subjects ▪ Combining Science and non-Science subjects is widespread and university admissions tutors have welcomed the complementary skills acquired through contrasting subjects ▪ If you are clear about three subjects you wish to take to A Level, you may wish to think ‘creatively’ about your fourth choice and opt for a contrasting fourth subject. Someone taking three Sciences might, for example, consider a Modern Language or the Humanities ▪ If you are thinking of taking Physics, you should seriously consider doing Mathematics as well. It is rare for any student to take Physics without Mathematics ▪ Further Mathematics cannot be studied without Mathematics The combination of subjects you choose is relevant to you as an individual and you should seek advice through discussions with your Form Tutor, the Head of Year 11 and/or Careers Advisers.