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A-levels

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We’re proud of our A-level students’ academic achievements. Our overall pass rate is 96.7% (Hartpury College, 2024).

Our students' results reflect our commitment to outstanding teaching and learning. As a Hartpury student, you'll have everything you need to develop you knowledge and skills, with access to modern learning environments, laboratories and supervised study sessions.

We offer Ofsted Outstanding teaching, learning and assessment, world-class sports and equine opportunities, and 360-hectares of industry-standard facilities to support all of our students.

Our courses

Over 2,000 students currently study A-levels and diplomas at Hartpury College. There are 13 A-level subjects to select from including English Literature, History and Maths. 

We're rated as Ofsted Outstanding for our education provision (2018) and 97% of our A-level students progress on to university, further study or employment (Hartpury College, 2023).

Our students are taught by subject-specialist staff, many of whom are also external examiners. This means they understand exactly what's needed for students to succeed in their exams.

Featured A-levels

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Hartpury College A Level Biology
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A-level in Biology

Biology combines problem solving with practical skills and enables you to develop a scientific approach to the subject. You'll build up research, problem-solving, organisational and analytical skills as part of this popular A-level course. It can be combined with practically any other A-level we offer.

Hartpury College A Level Business
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A-level in Business Studies

Develop your critical analysis, decision-making and problem-solving skills on this A-level in Business Studies. You'll gain transferable knowledge and skills across a huge range of business and management fields, as well as building your personal decision-making, planning and financial expertise.

Hartpury College A Level Chemistry
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A-level in Chemistry

Our A-level in Chemistry will help develop your scientific skills and knowledge. Learn to understand the world we live in, picking up research, problem solving, and analytical skills along the way. This A-level is a great platform for science or engineering-based programmes at university.

Hartpury College A Level Economics
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A-level in Economics

Our A-level in Economics will see you study the fundamental forces which affect society and your lives. Forces such as; employment, prices, international trade and poverty. This dynamic course allows you to make your own judgements and form your own opinions on the issues that matter to society right now.

Hartpury College A Level English Language
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A-level in English Language and Literature

A Level English Language and Literature presents clear continuity from GCSE English and GCSE English Literature with the study of literary (novels, some poetry and plays) and non-fiction written (including digital) and spoken texts. The course also enables students to develop their creativity and expertise by producing their own original writing. Students explore texts of greater variety and challenge than those encountered at GCSE and learn to apply linguistic and literary concepts and methods to their analysis of texts. 

Hartpury College A Level Environmental Science
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A-level in Environmental Science

Consider the sustainability of our planet, as well as the issues affecting our environment and how we can help to solve them. Develop a scientific understanding of the way in which our world works, and the processes that control and affect it.

Hartpury College A Level Geography
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A-level in Geography

Geography is a popular and wide-ranging A-level that will enable you to study a range of topics. Better understand the nature of human and physical geography whilst unpicking the debates surrounding contemporary challenges facing the world today.

Hartpury College A Level History
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A-level in History

Develop independent thought, improve your critical analysis and evaluation, and enhance your ability to provide well-reasoned and researched answers to historical questions. Gain a thorough understanding of how our society has developed over time, understanding why and how things happened. A popular A-level with skills that are highly sought-after by universities and employers. 

Female A Level Student Studying In Classroom
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A-level in Mathematics

Mathematics is an interesting and challenging A-level that will enable you to study a wide range of topics across pure and applied mathematics. You'll develop and deepen your understanding of topics covered at GCSE and be introduced to many new concepts too.

Hartpury College A Level Physical Education
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A-level in Physical Education

Our A-level Physical Education qualification allows you to pursue your sporting passions by developing a broad theoretical understanding of factors that affect both participation rates within society as well as the performance levels of elite athletes.

Why Study A Levels

Why study A-levels?

If you want to gain the qualifications you need for your dream career or university course, or want to progress your studies as you develop your sporting talent, studying A-levels at Hartpury is a fantastic choice. We offer a range of high-quality A-levels and enrichment activities to prepare you for your dream career anywhere in the world.

Study three A-levels for 18 hours per week — A-levels are selected from three option blocks that have been grouped to maximise choice. Your timetable is designed so you can take part in other enrichment activities as part of the college day.

Most of your lessons will take place in our modern College Learning Centre, but you may also have practical sessions in our university-standard labs, kitted out with the latest equipment. Learn in an Ofsted Outstanding college with fantastic facilities and be well-prepared to achieve your ambitions.

Qualifications

You'll need a minimum of five GCSEs at grade 4 or above including Maths and English Language in addition to the specific GCSE subjects and grades required by each subject.

Our A-level students have gone on to complete a range of degrees at Hartpury University and others, including Oxbridge and Russell Group universities. Courses include midwifery, business, economics, law, bioveterinary science, chemistry, sport and exercise science, and more.

Ready to apply?

Places at our Ofsted Outstanding college are competitive, so we recommend submitting your application as early as possible.

Prospective students don't need to have attended an open day to submit an application and can apply beforehand with no financial or any other obligations.