a level
Definition
Noun: 1. An Advanced British Academic Qualification: A Level (short for Advanced Level) is a subject-based qualification that students in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland typically study over two years, usually between the ages of 16 and 18. It is a primary qualification used for university entrance.
Usage and Examples
- Students usually choose three or four subjects to study at A Level.
- Her A Level results in Mathematics and Physics were excellent.
- Many universities require specific A Level grades for admission to their courses.
- He is taking his A Levels this summer.
Advanced Usage and Notes
- The term is often used in the plural ("A Levels") when referring to a student's overall set of qualifications.
- It is commonly contrasted with other qualification levels, such as GCSEs (taken at age 16) or Scottish Highers.
- The structure involves AS Levels (Advanced Subsidiary), often taken as a standalone qualification or as the first half of a full A Level.
Variants and Related Words
- AS Level (Advanced Subsidiary Level): A qualification that constitutes the first year of a full A Level course or can be taken independently.
- GCSE (General Certificate of Secondary Education): The qualification typically taken before A Levels, usually at age 16.
Synonyms
- Advanced Level qualification
- Sixth-form qualification (contextual)
Key Phrases and Contexts
- To take/do A Levels: To study for these qualifications.
- She decided to take A Levels in History, English, and French.
- A Level results: The grades achieved in these examinations.
- A Level results day is in August.
- A Level student: A person studying for these qualifications.
- The library has a section reserved for A Level students.
Noun
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the advanced level of a subject taken in school (usually two years after O level)
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