AS and A Level: General Studies Coursework

General Studies A Level Defined

General Studies AS Level and A Level are divided into units on the cultural domain, the social domain and the scientific domain. All of these are mandatory units and can be studied in more depth in optional units.

Why Take an A Level in General Studies?

If you'd like to gain a broad understanding of these concepts that permeate the lives of all humans, an A Level in General Studies could be the course for you.

What Will I Study?

You might write an essay on political systems or economic trends. Your coursework and projects might include studies of physical or life sciences, scientific methods, human behaviour or media and communication.

Further Study After General Studies A Level

An A Level in General Studies won't lead you down a specific educational path. It can enhance your analytical skills and social understanding, and could benefit your studies of many social, scientific or cultural Degree courses.

Where Can I Find Out More?

Qualifications and Curriculum Authority (QCA)

http://www.qca.org.uk/qca_5028.aspx

Oxford Cambridge and RSA Examinations (OCR)

http://www.ocr.org.uk/qualifications/asa_levelgceforfirstteachingin2008/general_studies/