Should I take the IB course as opposed to A-Levels?

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  1. JadeLupin's Avatar
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    Should I take the IB course as opposed to A-Levels?
    I just finished getting back the results of my O-Levels, and I'm pretty proud to say I've passed with 11As, and among them, 3A*s. However, I prefer not to go for the traditional A-Level testing, because it's basically two more years of book-study. Which is why I'm opting for the IB Diploma Program, which is getting pretty popular around here. Can someone tell me what subjects I should choose to get into Oxford Medical, and prepare me as to what it involves?
  2. Flip1's Avatar
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    Re: Should I take the IB course as opposed to A-Levels?
    IB is an a lot more demanding programme and, from what I've seen, doesn't really do you any favours in terms of getting into university. I would stick to A-levels if I were you.
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    A-Levels have been, for a quite a long time the epitome of grade inflation.

    Don't do it.
    Last edited by DrumChops; 19-07-2012 at 02:47.
  4. Azland's Avatar
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    Re: Should I take the IB course as opposed to A-Levels?
    Assuming your International if your doing O-Levels. If so A Levels there are usually done by Cambridge International which doesen't operate under british board rules and has no grade inflation at all so you dont need to worry about that.

    But in all honesty, whatever board it is IB and AL are both fine, choose whatever you like.
    Last edited by Azland; 19-07-2012 at 06:38.
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