We strongly recommend a maximum of 3 A-Levels. Choosing a fourth A-Level will in NO WAY SHAPE OR FORM help you when applying for University; in fact it may disadvantage you.
It is much better to get two A*s and an A, than three As.
University offers will never be more than three subjects.
It is important that you choose you courses carefully as swapping courses later on will mean catching up on any work missed. If you have any questions on what a course entails, ask the subject leader. However, we know that sometimes it may be necessary to consider a course swap.
Year 12:
There will be a period of time within which it will be possible to swap courses. This is dependent on if the swap can be made as there are restrictions on class sizes in some subjects.
You can drop a subject but will not be allowed to take up a new subject.
Year 13:
You may choose to leave a subject after you have completed Year 12.
You can drop a subject but will not be allowed to take up a new subject.
Level 3 courses are equivalent to an A-Level
Certificate is equivalent to an AS.
Extended Certificate is equivalent to an A-Level.