General Certificate of Secondary Education (GCSE) are subject-based academic qualifications whose results are a guideline on a student’s ability to complete further studies. NERRG Global Academy helps students to improve their subject based skills, time management and exam preparation techniques, to help them achieve the highest marks possible.
There are different entry requirements for school and college sixth forms, varying from four to five C grades (between a 4 and 5 under the new GCSE grading system), with potentially Bs in the courses you want to study, to at least six GCSEs at grade 4 for the most elite institutions.
Your GCSE result is typically an accurate indicator of how well you're likely to perform in A-level or any other advanced studies; it's the only reliable, concrete proof of your academic aptitude that a college can rely on. Many sixth forms utilize a scoring system based on GCSE grades to determine whether or not to accept you in their institute or not.
For example, five B grades in the GCSE (about 5 or 6) and five C grades (approximately 4 or 5) might predict CCD at the A-level, whereas straight A grades (7 to 9) would suggest AAA is probable. Your score will go down as your GCSE scores go down, which could restrict the number of colleges and sixth forms that are available to you. Ask the institute if they are willing to be flexible if you are concerned that your grades won't be good enough for the sixth form or college you want to go. If not, you may need to look into other options.
Some sixth forms may state that you cannot enroll in a specific topic unless you received a grade A (at least a 6 or 7) at GCSE. If you receive largely Cs (4 or 5), taking A-levels or Advanced Highers may not be an option for you; instead, a sixth form may offer you a vocational course, such as a BTEC Level 3 certification. The majority of universities recognize BTEC credentials.
Some of the most prestigious universities, frequently those in the Russell group, will require AAB or higher A-level marks for the majority of their courses. It will be up to you to demonstrate your ability to obtain excellent grades because it is presumed that your GCSE and A-level outcomes are related. A grade of B or C (or a score of 4 to 6) at the GCSE is indicative of a grade of C or D at the A-level, which is insufficient for admission to some universities.
