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Do I need 4 a levels for Cambridge?

I've noticed alot of applicants have 4 a levels, I also know recently the A level courses changed (Although I don't really understand the difference). I've only taken 3 A levels, is this an issue?

Btw I'm also doing an EPQ, not sure if thats in any way relevant
Original post by AletheaW
I've noticed alot of applicants have 4 a levels, I also know recently the A level courses changed (Although I don't really understand the difference). I've only taken 3 A levels, is this an issue?

Btw I'm also doing an EPQ, not sure if thats in any way relevant


You have never needed to have 4 A-levels, it's just a bonus and may set you apart from others. The EPQ is a bonus too so it's great you're doing that.
What subject are you doing? That's really important because if you need FM then yes you might want to choose 4, in all other cases 3 is absolutely fine.
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What subject are you doing? That's really important because if you need FM then yes you might want to choose 4, in all other cases 3 is absolutely fine.


FM? Im taking Law, History (Modern) & Classical Civilisation
Original post by AletheaW
FM? Im taking Law, History (Modern) & Classical Civilisation


Yeh fm doesn't apply to you, that's fine.
Original post by AletheaW
FM? Im taking Law, History (Modern) & Classical Civilisation


(FM means Further Maths and it’s usually what people take if they do 4)

Nope. Not necessary, nor will it disadvantage you. Don’t worry about it.
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Original post by AletheaW
I've noticed alot of applicants have 4 a levels, I also know recently the A level courses changed (Although I don't really understand the difference). I've only taken 3 A levels, is this an issue?

Btw I'm also doing an EPQ, not sure if thats in any way relevant


Original post by AletheaW
FM? Im taking Law, History (Modern) & Classical Civilisation


4 A-levels aren't needed. Although many doing maths will have FM too plus 2 other subjects but this is decreasingly common.

3 A-levels are sufficient for any course at Cambridge.
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4 A-levels aren't needed. Although many doing maths will have FM too plus 2 other subjects but this is decreasingly common.

3 A-levels are sufficient for any course at Cambridge.


Thanks for your help
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(FM means Further Maths and it’s usually what people take if they do 4)

Nope. Not necessary, nor will it disadvantage you. Don’t worry about it.


ahhh i see
No.

You need 42 A-Levels.


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