Qualification reform – quick reference sheet
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Information sheets
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Teacher training resource
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This information sheet provides information on how leading universities are responding to qualification changes including new AS-level and A-level provision, GCSE grade changes, the practical element of the science A-level, core maths provision and the Advanced Welsh Baccalaureate.
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Bright Knowledge is a guide to careers, education and student life. Bright Knowledge aims to help students work out what they want to achieve and how they can get there. The website is updated with the latest news and new resources every day.
‘Core maths’ refers to a group of mathematics qualifications available in England.
Leading universities value mathematics skills for many different degree courses and most have GCSE or equivalent requirements. Mathematical and statistical problem-solving, data-analysis and interpretation skills are useful for a wide variety of undergraduate degrees. A core maths qualification may help your students improve and maintain these skills, especially if they are not taking AS- or A-level mathematics or further mathematics.
STEM Learning provides a range of free resources to support teachers with students undertaking a Core Maths qualification.
Informed Choices is produced by the Russell Group. It includes advice from admissions professionals on the best subject combinations for a wide range of university courses, as well as the best choices for students who want to keep their options open.
A series of 'postcards' outlining the work Ofqual is doing, with an emphasis on current reforms to qualifications in England.
Prospects offers useful information on career pathways, including job profiles detailing typical salaries and the qualifications and skills required by role type. There is a section on careers relevant to different degrees and a career planner and quiz.
The Russell Group represents 24 leading UK universities that are committed to conducting the very best research and to providing an outstanding teaching and learning experience.
This page provides further information on how these universities view the AS-level. Several universities have also produced statements on qualification reform, which are available under 'Useful links'.
Total Professions gives guidance for careers advisers working with school, college and university students considering a career in the professions. The site aims to provide a unique portal that will link careers advisers with professional bodies.
This useful UCAS blog provides FAQs on entering AS- and A-level qualifications on the UCAS application form.
This useful Which? University webpage provides tools, advice and guidance for students considering their study options.
Guidebook
| How do I help my students make the right choices for post-16 study? |
Information sheets
| Qualification reform – quick reference sheet | ||
| Applying to highly selective courses - quick reference sheet | ||
| Applying to medicine – quick reference sheet | ||
| Key stage 4 and 5 choices - myth-busting |
Activity sheets
| Researching post-16 study options - activity for students |
Presentations
| Presentation slides - helping your students make the right study choices | ||
| Presentation notes - helping your students make the right study choices |
Video case studies
Teacher and adviser reflection sheets
| Teacher and adviser reflection - helping students make the right choices for post-16 study |
Weblinks:
Bright Knowledge is a guide to careers, education and student life. Bright Knowledge aims to help students work out what they want to achieve and how they can get there. The website is updated with the latest news and new resources every day.
‘Core maths’ refers to a group of mathematics qualifications available in England.
Leading universities value mathematics skills for many different degree courses and most have GCSE or equivalent requirements. Mathematical and statistical problem-solving, data-analysis and interpretation skills are useful for a wide variety of undergraduate degrees. A core maths qualification may help your students improve and maintain these skills, especially if they are not taking AS- or A-level mathematics or further mathematics.
STEM Learning provides a range of free resources to support teachers with students undertaking a Core Maths qualification.
Informed Choices is produced by the Russell Group. It includes advice from admissions professionals on the best subject combinations for a wide range of university courses, as well as the best choices for students who want to keep their options open.
A series of 'postcards' outlining the work Ofqual is doing, with an emphasis on current reforms to qualifications in England.
Prospects offers useful information on career pathways, including job profiles detailing typical salaries and the qualifications and skills required by role type. There is a section on careers relevant to different degrees and a career planner and quiz.
The Russell Group represents 24 leading UK universities that are committed to conducting the very best research and to providing an outstanding teaching and learning experience.
This page provides further information on how these universities view the AS-level. Several universities have also produced statements on qualification reform, which are available under 'Useful links'.
Total Professions gives guidance for careers advisers working with school, college and university students considering a career in the professions. The site aims to provide a unique portal that will link careers advisers with professional bodies.
This useful UCAS blog provides FAQs on entering AS- and A-level qualifications on the UCAS application form.
This useful Which? University webpage provides tools, advice and guidance for students considering their study options.