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Politics permeates every facet of our existence, from the choices we make, to the laws we abide by and the governance systems we live under. This A-Level Politics course from Oxbridge provides a thorough grounding in UK and US political principles and systems, ranging from public votes and party leadership to the reform of healthcare, economy, and education. Delve into the multifaceted nature of the UK's governmental systems and political parties, and gain an in-depth understanding of how elections function, including voting behaviour, referendums, and underlying ideologies shaping governmental decisions. Extend your knowledge across the Atlantic, learning about key facets of US politics, institutional relations, and contrasting ideologies, discerning the disparities between UK and US systems. This course is designed to enhance your research, analysis, and reasoning skills, enriching your ability to interpret intricate ideas, formulate cogent arguments and critically evaluate. It's an excellent stepping stone if you're eyeing higher education, law sector, banking, insurance, property or consulting careers. Our distance learning course aligns with the latest AQA A-Level Politics syllabus, specifically tailored for online, self-paced study. You'll enjoy unlimited tutor support, a clear induction, and meticulously structured assignments to aid you in acquiring the skills and knowledge required for exam success. UK-based students will have guaranteed access to one of our exam centres. Experience a multitude of benefits, including: A state-of-the-art course, written to the latest specification with dynamic and engaging content. Fast track is available on this course (for exams in 2022). Access to our network of partnership exam centres (guaranteed exam venue). Unlimited tutor support – Your tutor will help you create a study plan and support you throughout. Exam pass guarantee (We’ll offer continued support to your next exam if you don't pass the first time). A-Level Politics augments your understanding of politics and the intricate interrelationships among political ideas, institutions, and processes.  About the awarding body Awarding body: AQA Our course code: X918 Qualification code: 7152 AQA qualifications enjoy international recognition, being taught in 30 countries around the globe. They are highly valued by employers and universities, facilitating students to progress to the next stages of their lives. AQA qualifications cater to a wide range of abilities and include GCSEs, IGCSEs, and A-levels. ⏱ Study Hours Allocate between 250 and 300 hours for study time, plus additional time for completing assignments. 👩‍🏫 Study Method Our interactive online learning platform delivers the course. However, if you prefer, you can print the learning materials. The learning resources are diverse, including videos, quizzes, and interactive activities. 📆 Course Duration On enrolment, you'll have up to two years to complete your study and exams, with unlimited tutor support throughout this period. 📋 Assessment Enrol now for exams from Summer 2022. Three standard A-Level written exams are required: Paper 1: 2 hours, 33.3% of A-Level, 77 marks. Paper 2: 2 hours, 33.3% of A-Level, 77 marks. Paper 3: 2 hours, 33.3% of A-Level, 77 marks. Exams involve a mix of short and long-answer questions and extended response questions. We also provide an exam pass guarantee. If you don't pass the first time, we'll offer free support for your next exams. Assignments Throughout the course, you'll complete several assignments. While these don't contribute to your final grade, they give you a chance to receive feedback and monitor your progress. They can also be used to predict grades if required. 👩‍🎓 Course Outcomes Upon successful completion of this distance learning course, you'll receive an A-Level certificate in Politics, issued by AQA. This certificate is identical to those awarded to students at any other school, college, or university in the UK. Our selected syllabus (7152) is best suited to distance learning, and we believe it provides the greatest chance of success. ℹ️ Additional Information Difficulty - Level 3 Entry requirements - A GCSE or equivalent in History is recommended for this course. UCAS Points - 56 Course Content: The course content is vast and captivating, covering everything from the UK's government, politics, and constitution, the role of pressure groups, the history of the European Union, to the US government structure, the civil rights movement, and the contrast between UK and US political systems. You'll also study the core ideologies, including Liberalism, Conservatism, and Socialism, and their various forms. The course concludes with a detailed look at other shaping ideologies such as Nationalism, Feminism, Multiculturalism, Anarchism, and Ecologism.

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Our Online A-Level Sociology Course aims to develop your knowledge and understanding of current social processes and social changes. Through studying this course, you will gain an understanding of the importance of theoretical and conceptual issues in sociological debate. The same A-Level qualification you'd get in school or college Unlimited 1:1 support from your Sociology tutor Fast-track your learning - get the qualification when you need it Study 24/7, 365 on your phone, tablet or laptop You don't need any previous qualifications to study this A-Level course. This course will teach you the AQA A-Level Sociology syllabus (7192). You'll study 5 units: Education with Theory and Methods Families and Households Crime and Deviance Theory and Methods The Media For a full breakdown of course content, download the A-Level Sociology Brochure. All of your lessons and assessments are available on CloudPort - our Moodle-based learning environment (Moodle VLEs are used by most colleges and universities in the UK). Start with lesson 1 and work through the course in a linear pathway or choose to jump to the section that you need. Your learning is completely flexible and allows you to set your programme of learning around the skills you need. Submit assessments as you work through the course. Get instant results and feedback on activities to track your progress. Use these assessments as learning launchpads, allowing you to focus your time on the topics you need to brush up on. You will have access to all course materials, assessments and tutor support for 24 months from the day of enrolment. Extensions are available for students who wish to study over a longer period. You are not alone! You will be assigned a personal 1:1 tutor on your day of enrolment. Your tutor will remain by your side, throughout your learning journey until you get qualified. All tutors are qualified teachers and subject matter specialists who will ensure you have the correct guidance and support when you need it. As a CloudLearn student you will have unlimited access to tutor support. CloudLearn GCSEs and A-Levels are structured around formative assessments allowing you to test your knowledge as you work towards qualification. Before taking your exam you will submit a mock exam to give you the practise you need before the big day. When ready we arrange your exam. We have agreements with exam centres all over the UK. Our students also take advantage of preferential pricing due to the volume of students we channel to exam centres. As part of your enrolment service package we will make all the arrangements for your final exam. This includes locating a centre and booking the relevant exam/s. Exam fees are additional. Exam fees can be bundled using the Exam Bundles drop down when adding to basket. Have a look on our Exams Page for a detailed explanation of this service. The AQA A-Level Sociology exam is available in May/June each year. It is assessed over 3 exam papers: Paper 1 7192/1 - 2 hour exam Paper 2 7192/2 - 2 hour exam Paper 3 7192/3 - 2 hour exam We generally ask that you book written exams at least 6 months in advance, however subjects that includes NEA (A-Level Eng Lit & A-Level History), Practicals (A-Level Sciences), or Fieldwork (A-Level Geography) you are recommended to note the following deadlines for booking and give us at least 8 months booking notice. Booking deadlines are 5-8 months prior to the exam date. Booking your exam after the booking deadline will incur late fees (available for one month after deadline) and high late fees (available up until exam entry closure). Some students will study for the exam over a period of months or years, as they dictate their own study schedule. We do however have students who will study intensively and prepare in a matter of weeks. You are only constrained by the exam diet. A-Level exams are available in May/June of each year.We are so confident in the CloudLearn model of study that we guarantee you will pass your exam. As long as you do what we recommend, we offer a full money-back guarantee. The UK's only GCSE and A-Level specialist Study at your pace, where and when you want Study interactively on any device We guarantee your exam pass We arrange your exams Our flexible study, unlimited support, and interest-free payment plans allow you to fit learning around your busy schedule That's why we support thousands of students every year, to get the GCSEs they need to prosper. Choose to pay in full or spread the cost over our 6 months interest-free payment plans. We offer longer payment plans of 12, 24, 36 or 48 months. These extended plans are subject to interest. For more details contact our student advisors on 0330 111 4006 or visit our payment plan page. By taking part in our Online A-Level Sociology Course, not only will you improve your knowledge and understanding of different areas of sociology, but you will develop your cognitive, interpersonal and interpersonal skills, which can be used in a wide-range of degrees and professions. You will also develop an understanding of social responsibility by looking at your own personal identity and roles within society. You will improve your analytical, investigative and critical thinking skills through understanding and evaluating sociological methodology and a range of research methods through active involvement in the research process. You will enhance your communicative, argumentative and organising skills through developing the ability to construct opinions, form your own judgements, express yourself coherently and draw informed conclusions. We also hope to show you the benefits of continuous learning and intellectual curiosity by inspiring a sustained enjoyment of, and interest in, sociology. Therefore, the CloudLearn A-Level Sociology Course creates conscientious, innovative and adaptable learners that are equipped with the skills to excel in any degree or career-path.

The CILT(UK) Level 6 Advanced Diploma in Logistics and Transport qualification provides the strategic management skills and tactical insight necessary for professional and business development in the logistics and transport industry. It bridges the gap between the undergraduate CILT(UK) Level 5 Professional Diploma in Logistics and Transport and the postgraduate standard of a Master’s degree.

The Level 4 Certificate gives a broad understanding of the professional and provides the skills needed to complete complex, non-routine tasks within workplace and facilities management. It's for you if you work at an operational management level or if you are aspiring to these roles and want to stretch and develop your knowledge and capability.

Our Online A-Level Economics Course aims to provide you with an understanding of the economic and social environment. Through studying this course, you will learn about a wide-range of microeconomic and macroeconomic theories and principles. You will also learn to think like an economist, using an enquiring, critical and thoughtful approach in your study. The same A-Level qualification you'd get in school or college Unlimited 1:1 support from your Economics tutor Fast-track - get the qualification when you need it Study 24/7, 365 on your phone, tablet or laptop You don't need any previous qualifications to study this A-Level course. This course will teach you the Edexcel A-Level Economics syllabus (9EC0). You'll study 4 units: Introduction To Markets and Market Failure The UK Economy - Performance And Policies Business Behaviour and The Labour Market A Global Perspective For a full breakdown of course content, download the A-Level Economics Brochure. All of your lessons and assessments are available on CloudPort - our Moodle-based learning environment (Moodle VLEs are used by most colleges and universities in the UK). Start with lesson 1 and work through the course in a linear pathway or choose to jump to the section that you need. Your learning is completely flexible and allows you to set your programme of learning around the skills you need. Submit assessments as you work through the course. Get instant results and feedback on activities to track your progress. Use these assessments as learning launchpads, allowing you to focus your time on the topics you need to brush up on. You will have access to all course materials, assessments and tutor support for 24 months from the day of enrolment. Extensions are available for students who wish to study over a longer period. You are not alone! You will be assigned a personal 1:1 tutor on your day of enrolment. Your tutor will remain by your side, throughout your learning journey until you get qualified. All tutors are qualified teachers and subject matter specialists who will ensure you have the correct guidance and support when you need it. As a CloudLearn student you will have unlimited access to tutor support. CloudLearn GCSEs and A-Levels are structured around formative assessments allowing you to test your knowledge as you work towards qualification. Before taking your exam you will submit a mock exam to give you the practise you need before the big day. When ready we arrange your exam. We have agreements with exam centres all over the UK. Our students also take advantage of preferential pricing due to the volume of students we channel to exam centres. As part of your enrolment service package we will make all the arrangements for your final exam. This includes locating a centre and booking the relevant exam/s. Exam fees are additional. Exam fees can be bundled using the Exam Bundles drop down when adding to basket. Have a look on our Exams Page for a detailed explanation of this service. The Edexcel A-Level Economics exam is available in May/June each year. It is assessed over 3 exam papers: Paper 1 9EC0 01 - 2 hour exam Paper 2 9EC0 02 - 2 hour exam Paper 3 9EC0 03 - 2 hour exam We generally ask that you book written exams at least 6 months in advance, however subjects that includes NEA (A-Level Eng Lit & A-Level History), Practicals (A-Level Sciences), or Fieldwork (A-Level Geography) you are recommended to note the following deadlines for booking and give us at least 8 months booking notice. Booking deadlines are 5-8 months prior to the exam date. Booking your exam after the booking deadline will incur late fees (available for one month after deadline) and high late fees (available up until exam entry closure). Some students will study for the exam over a period of months or years, as they dictate their own study schedule. We do however have students who will study intensively and prepare in a matter of weeks. You are only constrained by the exam diet. A-Level exams are available in May/June of each year.We are so confident in the CloudLearn model of study that we guarantee you will pass your exam. As long as you do what we recommend, we offer a full money-back guarantee. The UK's only GCSE and A-Level specialist Study at your pace, where and when you want Study interactively on any device We guarantee your exam pass We arrange your exams Our flexible study, unlimited support, and interest-free payment plans allow you to fit learning around your busy schedule That's why we support thousands of students every year, to get the GCSEs they need to prosper. Choose to pay in full or spread the cost over our 6 months interest-free payment plans. We offer longer payment plans of 12, 24, 36 or 48 months. These extended plans are subject to interest. For more details contact our student advisors on 0330 111 4006 or visit our payment plan page. The unique skills that you will acquire during your CloudLearn A-Level Economics FT 2015 Course will prepare you for further learning opportunities and a variety of career choices. You will develop your interpretative and problem solving skills, whilst learning how to be an innovative and adaptable thinker, by applying new knowledge to current issues in a wide-range of contexts. Through analysis of market failure and government intervention, you will learn to think critically about economic, social and political issues, as well as develop your executive function and decision making skills. Furthermore, as our analysis of markets, consumers and government intervention draws on local, national and global contexts, you will learn about the importance of open-mindedness, social responsibility, ethics and leadership. We also hope to show you the benefits of continuous learning and intellectual curiosity by inspiring a sustained enjoyment of, and interest in the economic and social environment. Therefore, your CloudLearn A-Level Economics FT 2015 Course focuses on improving your skill-set so that you are equipped to prosper in any learning environment or career-path.

Ever wondered about the events that shaped the world as we know it today? Passionate about exploring the past to make a difference in the future? Our A-Level History course plunges you into a fascinating journey through time, allowing you to grasp the complex interplay of social, cultural, religious, and ethnic diversity in both British and international history. As you progress, you will gain a profound understanding of evolving perspectives and their connections over time. This prestigious A-Level History course not only broadens your understanding of the world but also enriches your vocabulary with historical terms and concepts, fostering reflective thinking and critical analysis skills. Recognised as a symbol of notable accomplishment, A-Level History is esteemed by all universities and employers, paving numerous career paths. The A-Levels are, undeniably, the UK's educational gold standard. Our course adheres to the latest AQA A-Level History syllabus, uniquely designed for online self-study at your own pace. Unlimited tutor support, a straightforward induction, and comprehensively structured assignments are at your disposal, guiding you in acquiring the requisite skills and knowledge for the examination. Plus, guaranteed access to one of our UK exam centres is a given, should you opt to sit your final A-Level exams here. Benefits Include: A contemporary course, aligned with the latest specifications, offering dynamic and engaging content. Fast track option available for exams in 2022. Access to a network of partnership exam centres (guaranteed exam venue). Unlimited tutor support to assist in creating a study plan and provide support throughout your journey. Exam pass guarantee: If unsuccessful at first, we offer free support for your next attempt. In essence, A-Level History illuminates the social, cultural, religious and ethnic diversity prevalent in both British and non-British History. Awarding body specifics: Awarding Body: AQA Our Course Code: X913 Qualification Code: 7042 Globally recognised and taught in 30 countries, AQA qualifications are highly esteemed by employers and universities. These qualifications cater to diverse abilities and include GCSEs, IGCSEs, and A-Levels, propelling students to the next phase of their lives. ⏱ Study Hours Allocate between 250 and 300 hours for study, plus additional time for assignment completion. 👩‍🏫 Study Method Our online learning platform delivers this course, offering a lively and engaging experience with diverse learning resources like videos, quizzes, and interactive activities. Printable learning materials are available if preferred. 📆 Course Duration This course extends over a period of up to 24 months from enrolment. Access to learning materials is provided via our MyOxbridge portal upon receiving your login details. 📋 Assessment Enrolments are now open for Summer 2022 examinations. You will undertake two standard A-Level written exams, and one piece of coursework: Exam 1: 2 hours 30 minutes, 40% of A-Level, 80 marks. Exam 2: 2 hours 30 minutes, 40% of A-Level, 80 marks. Non-exam assessment (coursework): 3500–4500 words, 20% of A-Level, 40 marks. The exams incorporate questions associated with provided primary sources and sources pertinent to the period under study. The coursework is a personal study based on a topic of your choosing, to be completed in your own time. Marking of coursework is conducted by a tutor and moderated by AQA. Our guarantee extends to providing an exam space in one of our UK exam centres. A reassessment offer stands if you do not pass the first time, with our support for your next exams free of charge. Assignments Throughout the course, you are required to complete several assignments. Although these do not contribute towards your final grade, they provide opportunities for tutor feedback and marking, assisting in monitoring progress and predicting grades when needed. Non-exam assessment (NEA) The NEA is coursework of 3500–4500 words, constituting 20% of the A-Level and 40 marks. This coursework is done during your learning and sent to your exam centre for marking. Further details are provided post-enrolment. 👩‍🎓 Course Outcomes On successful completion, you will receive an A-Level in History, issued by AQA, identical to that provided to students at any other school, college, or university. Oxbridge has chosen this syllabus (7042) as it is best suited to online learning and offers the highest likelihood of success. ℹ️ Additional Information Difficulty - Level 3 Entry Requirements - A GCSE or equivalent in History is recommended for this course. UCAS Points - 56 Course Content Component 1: Breadth Study – Explore the 'Making of a Superpower: USA, 1865-1975' while examining historical interpretations of significant events over an extended period. This unit enables you to develop an understanding of causes, consequences, change, continuity, and differences over time, along with the connections between political, economic, social, and religious perspectives. Component 2: Depth Study – Delve into 'The Wars of the Roses, 1450-1499' as you evaluate historical change from various perspectives and gain detailed insights into the roles of individuals, groups, ideas, and ideologies across different time periods. Component 3: Historical Investigation – This component allows you to choose a specific issue, theme, or development to investigate in-depth. The focus of your study could relate to international, national, or local developments, or concentrate on a specific historical perspective of cultural, social, or technological changes. This unit aims to enhance your understanding of history as a discipline and hone your skills in presenting information and formulating ideas.

Course Highlights: Course Type: Self-Paced Online Learning Total Qualification Time: 60 hours Guided Learning: 55 hours Accreditation: Pearson Edexcel Qualification: Nationally Recognised Qualification Study Materials: High-Quality E-Learning Study Materials Assessment: Internally graded and externally verified Access: 1 Year Access Certificate: Certificate upon completion of the official exam (hard copy) Tutor Support: Paid Tutor Support Customer Support: 24/7 live chat available Entry Level 1 Functional Skills English Training Course This Functional Skills Entry Level 1 English Course is governed by Ofqual, accredited by Pearson Edexcel making it a nationally recognized credential that will improve your CV while helping you stand out from the rest of the applicants. You will be able to enhance your overall English speaking, listening, writing and reading skills via a range of well-designed and updated course materials. Upon successful completion of this course, you will be prepared with the necessary English skills to advance to this qualification’s higher levels. Why is this course right for you? This comprehensive Functional Skills Entry Level 1 English Course is suitable for: Anyone looking to secure a skill-oriented job Anyone who wants to enhance their English communication skills People of all ages and academic backgrounds Anyone who wants to advance to functional skills level 1 or 2 Anyone who wants to take GCSE English Anyone seeking to add a certified qualification to their university application Anyone aspiring to accelerate their career in this as an English instructor or teacher Anyone who wants to gain in-depth knowledge of functional skills in English Whether you are a beginner into the field of functional English or any professional seeking to reinforce your expertise in basic English, this Functional Skills Entry Level 1 English will set you up with the advanced skills to boost your career profile. EXAM Booking & Results Details You can decide the exam date and place according to your convenience. Awarding Body Paper-Based Exam in Centre Results Pearson Edexcel Book within 15 days Get results in 20 working days *Offline examinations will be held at our Swindon and London centres. Please contact us for more information.  Functional Skills Entry Level 1 English Qualification Purpose and Outcomes This Functional Skills Entry Level 1 English Qualification will help you to: Listen, comprehend, and react to verbal communication in a variety of scenarios Develop an understanding of common words and their effects Use that understanding of common words in various contexts Read common texts at work and in daily life accurately Gain the confidence to read more widely Write common texts and documents clearly and effectively Show a firm command of spelling, punctuation, and grammar Course Curriculum Say the names of the letters of the alphabet Identify and extract the main information from short statements and explanations Follow single-step instructions, asking for them to be repeated if necessary Make requests and ask straightforward questions using appropriate terms and registers Respond to questions about specific information Make clear statements about basic information and communicate feelings and opinions on straightforward topics Understand and participate in simple discussions or exchanges with another person about a straightforward topic Read correctly words designated for Entry Level 1 (see Annexe B) Read simple sentences containing one clause Understand a short piece of text on a simple subject Punctuate simple sentences with a capital letter and a full stop Use a capital letter for the personal pronoun ‘I’ and the first letter of proper nouns Use lower-case letters when there is no reason to use capital letters Write the letters of the alphabet in sequence and in both upper and lower case Spell correctly words designated for Entry Level 1 (see Annexe B) Communicate information in words, phrases and simple sentences How This Course Will Work? This Functional Skills Entry Level 1 English course will help you build a solid foundation in english. Throughout the course, it will provide you with various learning materials and activities to enhance your understanding of these subjects. Initial Assessment: To identify the current level of a student's abilities and recommend the appropriate course to enrol in upon completion. Diagnostic Assessment: Identifies skill gaps and produces an individual learning plan Learning Resources: Comprehensive video tutorials, practice quizzes & topic-based tests Progress Tracker: To record your progress in the course Free Mock Test: Access our free mock test facility for professional feedback and to prepare for the final exam. Entry Requirement This Functional Skills Entry Level 1 English qualification is available to all students of all academic backgrounds; no experience or previous qualifications are required. Exam Structure The Pearson Edexcel Functional Skills Qualification in English at Entry Level 1 comprises a writing and reading assessment that is externally set, internally graded, and externally verified by the exam body. The listening and speaking assessment is, however, internally set. Your exam results will be forwarded to the awarding body’s internal verifier once you finish the exam. The writing and reading assessment is available as paper-based for which you will be required to appear for the exam at our designated office in London or Swindon on the exam day. You will be required to take the speaking, listening, and communicating assessment via Zoom. You need to be registered for the exam three weeks prior to the exam date. The Pearson Edexcel Functional Skills Qualification in English at Level 2 consist of 3 exams, these are Reading, Writing and Speaking, Listening and Communicating. Speaking, Listening and Communicating (SLC) Exam Awarding Body Duration Number of Marks Pearson Edexcel Up to 25 minutes Pass/Fail SLS Exam Pearson Edexcel: Speaking, listening and communicating are assessed through one 5-minute presentation and linked question and answer session in groups of three to five and one 15-minute formal discussion together in groups of three to five learners. This exam will be conducted via Microsoft Teams. Reading Exam Awarding Body Duration Number of Marks Pass Mark Pearson Edexcel 40 minutes 12 65% Reading is assessed through a test consisting of multiple-choice, short open-response and medium open-response questions. Writing Exam Awarding Body Duration Number of Marks Pass Mark Pearson Edexcel 40 minutes 30 63% Reading/Writing Exam Pass Mark: Learners are required to achieve an overall percentage of marks mentioned in the above table to pass the English reading exam. However, the awarding process will determine specifically where the pass mark sits for each assessment version. Therefore, the pass mark may vary between assessments. Progression Opportunities in this Functional Skills Entry Level 1 English Qualification Upon achieving the Pearson Edexcel Functional Skills Qualification in English at Entry Level 1, you can: Progress to Level 1 and Level 2 Study GCSE English Advance to further vocational studies Access a wide range of professions within your chosen field Recognised Accreditation This Functional Skills Entry Level 1 English has been independently accredited by Pearson Edexcel also regulated by Ofqual. The Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation (Ofqual) is responsible for regulating qualifications, assessments, and examinations in England. Pearson Edexcel is the most prestigious awarding body, for an academic and vocational qualifications. Pearson Edexcel qualifications are regulated by Ofqual and recognised by universities and employers across the world. Certificate of Achievement You will be rewarded with an Ofqual Regulated Pearson Edexcel Functional Skills Qualification in English at Entry Level 1 (depending on what you choose as an accreditation) upon successful completion of this Functional Skills Entry Level 1 English and passing the assessments. A certified hard copy of this qualification will be posted at your given address which is accepted by employers and universities across the globe. You can flaunt this qualification in your CV which will give you a competitive advantage over others in case of securing a job.  FAQs What are functional skills? Functional skills are practical skills in Maths, English, and ICT that enable people to apply their knowledge to real-life situations. These skills are designed to provide learners with the essential knowledge needed to succeed in the workplace and in their personal lives. Functional Skills are recognised qualifications in the UK and are offered at different levels, including Entry Level, Level 1 and Level 2. What is the difference between entry-level and level 1 and 2 functional skills? Both are recognised qualifications, but levels 1 and 2 are more advanced levels that will provide you with comprehensive skills and knowledge while entry-level courses are an introduction and basic level qualification to go to subsequent levels. Is it required to complete entry-level qualifications to move onto a level? No, you are not obliged to complete entry-level courses before moving on to higher levels. However, entry-level courses serve as a starting point for acquiring basic skills and knowledge that will help you strive and boost your chances of securing better marks at higher levels. Are functional skills qualifications recognised and accepted in the UK? Yes, functional skills qualifications are an accepted part of all apprenticeship standards and a way to progress to further education in the UK. Do I have to physically appear for the exam? Yes, for the writing and reading assessment, you will be required to appear for the exam at our designated office in London or Swindon on the exam day. You will be required to take the speaking, listening, and communicating assessment via Zoom. Do I have to register for the exam? Yes, you need to be registered for the exam three weeks prior to the exam date. What is the assessment procedure for an entry-level 1 English course? This course comprises a writing and reading assessment that is externally set, internally graded, and externally verified by the exam body. The listening and speaking assessment is, however, internally set. Your exam results will be forwarded to Pearson Edexcel's internal verifier once you finish the exam. If you pass all three components, you'll be able to receive the qualification certificate from the awarding body. How to pass the Functional Skills English entry level 1 exam? Tips for preparing for the exam include understanding the exam format, practising regularly, mastering the basics and managing time well during the exam, and seeking help from a teacher or tutor. To assist you in gaining the skills and knowledge required to pass the exam, Lead Academy offers 24/7 tutor support. As a result, you will be adequately prepared to ace the exam. Can I take entry-level courses online? Yes, you can take functional skills entry-level courses online. Lead Academy offers an extensive range of entry-level courses from level 1 to 3, available for both English and Maths. Are Functional skills easier than GCSE? Functional Skills qualifications may require hard work and revision, but they can be a better fit for students who have found Maths and English challenging. Unlike GCSEs, Functional Skills qualifications are flexible and designed to meet the needs of diverse learners, making them more adaptable to different learning styles. What will I get after finishing the course? After successfully completing the Entry Level 1 English course, you will receive a Pearson Edexcel Functional Skills Qualification in English at Entry Level 1 (depending on what you choose as an accreditation) that is highly regarded by universities and employers across the UK.

Our brand new Online A-Level Politics Course aims to develop a critical awareness of the nature of politics and the relationship between political ideas, institutions and processes. Through studying this course, you will gain knowledge and understanding of the political system of the United Kingdom and you will look at the differences between it and other political systems. You will also learn about the rights and responsibilities of the individual. The same A-Level qualification you'd get in school or college Unlimited 1:1 support from your Politics tutor Fast-track - get the qualification when you need it Study 24/7, 365 on your phone, tablet or laptop You don't need any previous qualifications to study this A-Level course. This course will teach you the Edexcel A-Level Politics syllabus (9PL0). You'll study the following: Component 1a: UK Politics Component 1b - Core Political Ideas Component 2a: UK Government and Non-core Political Ideas Component 2b - Non-core Political Ideas Component 3 - Comparative Politics; The Government & Politics of USA For a full breakdown of course content, download the A-Level Politics Brochure. All of your lessons and assessments are available on CloudPort - our Moodle-based learning environment (Moodle VLEs are used by most colleges and universities in the UK). Start with lesson 1 and work through the course in a linear pathway or choose to jump to the section that you need. Your learning is completely flexible and allows you to set your programme of learning around the skills you need. Submit assessments as you work through the course. Get instant results and feedback on activities to track your progress. Use these assessments as learning launchpads, allowing you to focus your time on the topics you need to brush up on. You will have access to all course materials, assessments and tutor support for 24 months from the day of enrolment. Extensions are available for students who wish to study over a longer period. You are not alone! You will be assigned a personal 1:1 tutor on your day of enrolment. Your tutor will remain by your side, throughout your learning journey until you get qualified. All tutors are qualified teachers and subject matter specialists who will ensure you have the correct guidance and support when you need it. As a CloudLearn student you will have unlimited access to tutor support. CloudLearn GCSEs and A-Levels are structured around formative assessments allowing you to test your knowledge as you work towards qualification. Before taking your exam you will submit a mock exam to give you the practise you need before the big day. When ready we arrange your exam. We have agreements with exam centres all over the UK. Our students also take advantage of preferential pricing due to the volume of students we channel to exam centres. As part of your enrolment service package we will make all the arrangements for your final exam. This includes locating a centre and booking the relevant exam/s. Exam fees are additional. Exam fees can be bundled using the Exam Bundles drop down when adding to basket. Have a look on our Exams Page for a detailed explanation of this service. The Edexcel A-Level Politics exam is available in May/June each year. It is assessed over 3 exam papers: Paper 1 9PL0 01 - 2 hour exam Paper 2 9PL0 02 - 2 hour exam Paper 3 9PL0 3A - 2 hour exam We generally ask that you book written exams at least 6 months in advance, however subjects that includes NEA (A-Level Eng Lit & A-Level History), Practicals (A-Level Sciences), or Fieldwork (A-Level Geography) you are recommended to note the following deadlines for booking and give us at least 8 months booking notice. Booking deadlines are 5-8 months prior to the exam date. Booking your exam after the booking deadline will incur late fees (available for one month after deadline) and high late fees (available up until exam entry closure). Some students will study for the exam over a period of months or years, as they dictate their own study schedule. We do however have students who will study intensively and prepare in a matter of weeks. You are only constrained by the exam diet. A-Level exams are available in May/June of each year.We are so confident in the CloudLearn model of study that we guarantee you will pass your exam. As long as you do what we recommend, we offer a full money-back guarantee. The UK's only GCSE and A-Level specialist Study at your pace, where and when you want Study interactively on any device We guarantee your exam pass We arrange your exams Our flexible study, unlimited support, and interest-free payment plans allow you to fit learning around your busy schedule That's why we support thousands of students every year, to get the GCSEs they need to prosper. Choose to pay in full or spread the cost over our 6 months interest-free payment plans. We offer longer payment plans of 12, 24, 36 or 48 months. These extended plans are subject to interest. For more details contact our student advisors on 0330 111 4006 or visit our payment plan page. By taking part in our brand new Online A-Level Politics Course, not only will you improve your knowledge and understanding of different areas of politics, but you will develop your cognitive, interpersonal and intrapersonal skills, which can be used in a wide-range of degrees and professions. You will develop your critical thinking skills to allow you to interpret and evaluate the nature of politics. You will improve your communication, organisational and argumentation skills as you will be tasked with constructing and presenting informed opinions clearly and logically, using appropriate political terms and ideas. Furthermore, as many of the examples that you will be studying focus on current political and social issues, you will be learning about social responsibility and reflection. Additionally, through discussions of political and social difference you will learn the importance of open-mindedness and debate in political discourses. We also hope to show you the benefits of continuous learning and intellectual curiosity by inspiring a sustained enjoyment of, and interest in the current political landscape. Therefore, the skills that you will acquire during the CloudLearn A-Level Politics Course can set you apart from your peers and put you on a path toward further learning or a successful career in a wide-range of occupations.

Our Brand New Online A-Level Philosophy Course aims to develop your understanding of key philosophical concepts, themes, texts and techniques. You will study four branches of philosophy: epistemology, moral philosophy, metaphysics of both God and mind. You will be tasked with demonstrating knowledge and understanding of the course content, including The same A-Level qualification you'd get in school or college Unlimited 1:1 support from your Philosophy tutor Fast-track - get the qualification when you need it Study 24/7, 365 on your phone, tablet or laptop You don't need any previous qualifications to study this A-Level course. This course will teach you the AQA A-Level Philosophy syllabus (7172). You'll study 4 units: Epistemology Moral Philosophy MetaPhysics of God Metaphysics of the Mind For a full breakdown of course content, downloadthe A-Level Philosophy Brochure. All of your lessons and assessments are available on CloudPort - our Moodle-based learning environment (Moodle VLEs are used by most colleges and universities in the UK). Start with lesson 1 and work through the course in a linear pathway or choose to jump to the section that you need. Your learning is completely flexible and allows you to set your programme of learning around the skills you need. Submit assessments as you work through the course. Get instant results and feedback on activities to track your progress. Use these assessments as learning launchpads, allowing you to focus your time on the topics you need to brush up on. You will have access to all course materials, assessments and tutor support for 24 months from the day of enrolment. Extensions are available for students who wish to study over a longer period. You are not alone! You will be assigned a personal 1:1 tutor on your day of enrolment. Your tutor will remain by your side, throughout your learning journey until you get qualified. All tutors are qualified teachers and subject matter specialists who will ensure you have the correct guidance and support when you need it. As a CloudLearn student you will have unlimited access to tutor support. CloudLearn GCSEs and A-Levels are structured around formative assessments allowing you to test your knowledge as you work towards qualification. Before taking your exam you will submit a mock exam to give you the practise you need before the big day. When ready we arrange your exam. We have agreements with exam centres all over the UK. Our students also take advantage of preferential pricing due to the volume of students we channel to exam centres. As part of your enrolment service package we will make all the arrangements for your final exam. This includes locating a centre and booking the relevant exam/s. Exam fees are additional. Exam fees can be bundled using the Exam Bundles drop down when adding to basket. Have a look on our Exams Page for a detailed explanation of this service. The AQA A-Level Philosophy exam is available in May/June each year. It is assessed over 2 exam papers: Paper 1 7172/1 - 3 hour exam Paper 2 7172/2 - 3 hour exam We generally ask that you book written exams at least 6 months in advance, however subjects that includes NEA (A-Level Eng Lit & A-Level History), Practicals (A-Level Sciences), or Fieldwork (A-Level Geography) you are recommended to note the following deadlines for booking and give us at least 8 months booking notice. Booking deadlines are 5-8 months prior to the exam date. Booking your exam after the booking deadline will incur late fees (available for one month after deadline) and high late fees (available up until exam entry closure). Some students will study for the exam over a period of months or years, as they dictate their own study schedule. We do however have students who will study intensively and prepare in a matter of weeks. You are only constrained by the exam diet. A-Level exams are available in May/June of each year.We are so confident in the CloudLearn model of study that we guarantee you will pass your exam. As long as you do what we recommend, we offer a full money-back guarantee. The UK's only GCSE and A-Level specialist Study at your pace, where and when you want Study interactively on any device We guarantee your exam pass We arrange your exams Our flexible study, unlimited support, and interest-free payment plans allow you to fit learning around your busy schedule That's why we support thousands of students every year, to get the GCSEs they need to prosper. Choose to pay in full or spread the cost over our 6 months interest-free payment plans. We offer longer payment plans of 12, 24, 36 or 48 months. These extended plans are subject to interest. For more details contact our student advisors on 0330 111 4006 or visit our payment plan page. By taking part in our Online A-Level Philosophy Course, not only will you gain a thorough grounding in key philosophical concepts, themes, texts and technique, but you will also develop a range of transferable skills, which can be applied far beyond the study of philosophy and will set you apart from other candidates in your chosen field or profession. You will enhance your communicative, argumentative and critical thinking skills through developing the ability to reason, form your own judgements, express yourself coherently and contribute to the process of debate. You will also improve your analytical and interpretative skills through understanding the ways in which philosophers have analysed the core concepts of philosophy, and be able to identify how subtle differences in analyses can have wider impacts on philosophical arguments. Furthermore, you will also test your creative skills and ability to adapt by independently generating arguments, objections and counter-arguments. Furthermore, by learning about four of the core philosophical concepts, you will discover the importance of open-mindedness and reflection. We also hope to show you the benefits of continuous learning and intellectual curiosity by inspiring a sustained enjoyment of, and interest in, philosophy. Therefore, the skills that you will acquire during the CloudLearn Online A-Level Philosophy Course can set you apart from your peers and put you on a path toward further learning or a successful career in a wide-range of professions.