Studying in the UK
The UK education system
The diagram below shows how British education works. Click on any heading for a more detailed description.
Exams taken by all school children in the UK, aged 15-16. Usually 5-10 subjects. Most important are English, Maths and Science.
Most UK students take A levels, aged 16-18. Usually 3-5 subjects, depending on ability. We teach A levels at d'Overbroeck's Sixth Form
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Some UK students choose to study a Baccalaureate such as the IB, aged 16-18. Our GCSE Programme prepares you for both A level and Baccalaureate study.
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If you wish to continue your studies, you may apply to a UK university. Both A levels and the IB will prepare you for this.
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