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making it ideal for able and organised pupils who want more breadth to their studies than is possible with the narrower focus of A-levels. For those whose interests lie in a more hands-on approach, BTECs can be the answer. Unlike A-levels or the IB, they have a modular structure, allowing students to complete a series of assessed units throughout the two-year course. It’s not just those aged under 18 who are benefitting from a dynamic approach to learning. Adult education, too, has
for pupils with a wide range of interests and ambitions, from those considering traditional academic paths to other learners who may be every bit as bright but are better suited to more vocational qualifications. A-levels, considered by many to be the gold standard, were recently given a substantial makeover. They may be the old kid on the block, but they’re now back in vogue – tougher but highly respected. Also on offer in our area is the IB (International Baccalaureate) Diploma. It’s a challenging option that takes in a wide range of subjects,
remained a real success story in our area. Students span the age range, from early 20-somethings all the way through to the more mature adult learner, with a similar diversity when it comes to both the courses on offer and to the motivation for taking them up. Some learners are there to try and recapture the thrill of a much enjoyed, but long abandoned interest. Others have signed up with the goal of trying something new and gaining additional qualifications that will boost their promotion prospects
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