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Not sure what to study?

We understand that students’ preferences can differ when it comes to assessment methods,  and this can affect their choice of subjects.

You could choose a more academic route through A Levels or subjects giving you more practical skills, such as our Applied Subjects, or a combination of the two. You may also be unsure of the career you want to go into and may choose subjects based on your interests or what you enjoyed studying at high school. It is your choice, and there is no right or wrong way to choose your subjects at Xaverian.

Explore Your Study Routes

A Levels

A Levels are the traditional academic route to university or an Advanced/Higher-level Apprenticeship. At Xaverian, you can choose from over 30 subjects, so you are sure to find ones you will enjoy studying over the two years you will be with us. A Levels are ideal if you wish to specialise in more than one subject, and they give you the chance to build on your knowledge from Year 11, as well as improve your academic and research skills.

Applied Subjects

At Xaverian, we offer:

V Levels
BTECs
Cambridge Nationals
Applied Diplomas

Applied Subjects differ from A Levels in that you will be assessed through a combination of course assignments and end-of-year exams. By choosing Applied Subjects, you could focus on an area that you wish to study at university and give yourself a head start by gaining practical skills and knowledge in subjects not offered as A Levels. They carry UCAS points in the same way that A Levels do and will contribute to your overall UCAS points score if you wish to progress to university.

You could also gain the skills and experience you need to start your career and progress directly into employment.

Best of both worlds!

You have the option to combine A Levels with Single Applied Subjects to make up your study programme of three subjects.

English and Mathematics

In a small number of cases, students may qualify for their advanced courses, but still need to achieve a pass grade in English and Mathematics. We will discuss your options with you at enrolment, which could include retaking your English and Mathematics GCSEs with us.

You can also choose to study Core Mathematics alongside your main subjects to support, if the subject has a significant mathematical content, or you simply want to improve your skills.

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