are gcses only for under-16 year olds?
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Although it is true that GCSEs can be retaken, it is also true that GCSEs are designed for 16 year olds and not for adults.  It is a real pain in the backside for an adult to retake a GCSE because nearly all of them nowadays involve coursework.  It's not as sinple as just retaking an exam.\n\nIf you are 18 or over, I would suggest that you contact your local FE college or adult education centre who can give you information on the range of courses available that would be more suitable for adults.\n\nThe range of qualifications available can be quite daunting, so I suggest you understand the National Qualifications Framework and use this as a reference.\n\nA Level One qualification is the standard expected from good 14 year old.\n\nA Level Two qualification is the equivalent of an A-C grade at GCSE (i.e. a good 16 year old)\n\nA Level Three qualification is the equivalent of an A Level (a good 18 year old).\n\nLevel Three qualifications carry UCAS points and UCAS points count towards university entry.\n\nThe possibility of resitting a degree would, I would guess, depend entirely on the university.
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Sure, try: http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/gcsebitesize/\nYou can revise course material on there and test yourself.  It really helped me for my GCSEs (and its more fun than learning from books!)
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Take the AS level not the A Level it is a step above GCSE (O-level) and a step below A-Level. It is also cheaper than A-level and takes a shorter time to finish 1 year rather than 2 years. It is accepted by lots of universities and colleges as a requirement rather than A-level which is a little too advanced and could help you reduce some credits in some universities.\n\nTrust me I went through this I know.
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Foundation is a level of study - but is dissimilar from A Levels completely. Foundation relates to GCSE or O Level... where students can either get entered for Foundation or Higher exam papers. Foundation papers are easier - but you can only get a C Grade or below... whereas on Higher papers you can get an A, B, C or a U (fail) ... but it depends on the exam board. Usually, Foundation papers are given to those who struggle with subjects and is decided by the teachers and students. A Level on the other hand is what you study after O Levels (which is for 14 - 16 yr olds) A levels are for 16 - 18 yr olds and is usually called Sixth Form. ALso it isn't compulsory education anymore.
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I can explain the system from a state school perspective...\n\nAt the age of around 14, in 'year 9' students decide their 'options' for GCSE. The options available vary from school to school, a science, maths and english course is compulosory though, usually a 'humanities' subject is also compulsory. PE, RS and IT short courses also are expected, however these do not count as an 'option'. Generally students take between 8 and 10 GCSE's which begin in the september if 'year 10'. \n\nThe first GCSE year is like a preparation, fundamental learning in order to progress to the second year. Assessment is carried out depending on which exam board is being used. Some courses are modular, where a series of short exams are taken all of which count toward the final grade. Usually coursework assessments are also carried out.\n\nSome schools set exams at the end of the school year as well to track progression of students and to ensure they are taking the correct level of exam (Normally Lower, intermediate and high).\n\nThe second, and final GCSE year involves advanced learning in the course with the basics being built on and developed. At the end of the year final exams are taken which cover two years worth of work (unless taking modular courses). Some courses are coursework or practical based, for example Design and Technology where most of the grade is dependent on a year long project, with only a small amount of exam time. \n\nThe exams are marked, and total grades calculated. Grades A-C are generally accepted as passes, 5 A-C grades must be achieved in order to progress to most academic colleges.\n\nHope that helps, feel free to contact me for any more information.
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16 but with your parents' permission
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Under 20? I'm guessing under 13.
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try AFS, but i think its for students below 18 years of age.
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Only if you were under 18 at the time.
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you have to be at least 18 however some places do require you to be 21
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It is if you are under the age of consent
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GCSE is key stage 4!\n\nIf GCSE past papers are what you want, go to the exam boards.  AQA and OCR put past papers on their web sites.  Edexcel make you pay for them.
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no, you have to have at least a ged, age is 18 minimum
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A-Levels (Advanced Level) are the hardest exams taken by 17/18 year old pupils. They are academic exams aimed at the top 15-20% of pupils.\nThere will be at least one school (11 - 18 year olds) nearby which teaches a range of A-Level subjects and usually at least one college (for those 16 and over - including adults of all ages).\nMost of these courses last 2 years and it is uncommon for anybody to study them for 4 years or more.\nA-Level qualifications are the usual entry requirements onto degree courses at universities. Many universities require high grades A, B or C. Grades D and E limit your chance of entry.\nThose hoping to go to university usually study 3 A-Levels. A typical requirement for entry onto a Science course is 3 A-Levels at grade C (or higher) in subjects such as Physics, Biology, Mathematics or Chemistry.\n\nSome A-Level subjects which do not have a practical component to the course are available as 'Distance Learning' courses via the internet or correspondence; see the link below. My search term was "distance learning"+A-Level. You will probable have to add +UK to the end of the term.\nE-mail me if you want further help.
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in the uk its 16 with the parents consent in australia its 18 in uk 18 with out permission
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I thinkt they have an age limit for school.  You can get your GED though.  If Mike Tyson can pass his GED, anybody can.
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I can only speak for the organizations under the National Pan-Hellenic Council (the largest historically Black orgs) but no, we don't have an age limit. There are undergraduates of all ages and the only requirement in that area is to be a matriculating student at an accredited college/university. Of course there are gpa, community service and other things but that varies organization to organization. This is for undergraduate chapters. This probably holds true for others as well as we can't discriminate against race, age, religion, etc.\n\nYou may want to consider the maturity level of those in the organization you are seeking membership with though. Get to know the chapter members and see if it is worth your time and energy. Whenever you are in doubt though, just ask someone. They should be happy to talk to you about it. If they aren't don't bother with them. They aren't worth your time.