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GCE A Level in Philosophy

at Highgate Wood Secondary School, London · school or sixth form

Ofsted rated their post-16 provisionExpected standard2026see the detail

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

Philosophy is a highly valued A Level that develops students' abilities in the use of rational argument and logical thinking.As well as helping you become a critical thinker and allow you to ponder on life's big questions, the course also provides an excellent foundation for the study of any academic discipline at university.

What you need to get on

Grade 6 in English Language

How you are assessed

Academic subjects, mostly exams, three or four at once. The traditional route to university.

What this level means

The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • Highgate Wood Secondary School

    Montenotte Road, London, N8 8RN

    DaytimeClassroom based
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