A-level prediction vs AP
I'm considering applying to Cambridge.
I got A in International Advanced Level Physics, but I have two 5s in both AP Physics.
So, I just thought maybe replacing my A-level with APs and stating Physics A* as a prediction would be better.
Will Cambridge view APs as less effective compared to A-levels?
I got A in International Advanced Level Physics, but I have two 5s in both AP Physics.
So, I just thought maybe replacing my A-level with APs and stating Physics A* as a prediction would be better.
Will Cambridge view APs as less effective compared to A-levels?
Reply 1
Their website states "We require a minimum of five AP Test scores at Score 5. Usually, these need to have been taken within a two-year period and with your most recent test results achieved within two years of application." Here's the link to the accepted qualifications https://www.undergraduate.study.cam.ac.uk/apply/before/accepted-qualifications. I'm unsure if they accept a mix of qualifications that's something you may need to contact their admissions team about.
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by AnonymousI'm considering applying to Cambridge.
I got A in International Advanced Level Physics, but I have two 5s in both AP Physics.
So, I just thought maybe replacing my A-level with APs and stating Physics A* as a prediction would be better.
Will Cambridge view APs as less effective compared to A-levels?
I got A in International Advanced Level Physics, but I have two 5s in both AP Physics.
So, I just thought maybe replacing my A-level with APs and stating Physics A* as a prediction would be better.
Will Cambridge view APs as less effective compared to A-levels?
Three things:
1) On your UCAS application, you must declare all listed qualifications you've done and every time you've taken them, including resits. You will need to declare both of your APs and your A-Level Physics with both years, with the second one's grade as 'pending'.
2) Email your preferred college and ask directly, especially as you have a mix of qualifications. They may be able to give more specific advice.
3) Cambridge don't offer a straight Physics degree. They have a broad Natural Sciences degree and a potential pathway through Maths. Make sure you meet other subject requirements, most likely the Maths requirements, which is required for both routes.
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