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In order to apply to any university, you usually need a minimum of 5-6 GCSEs graded 9-5 including English and Maths. A "top university" like the Universities of Cambridge, Oxford and Durham will be looking for 7-9s, other Russell Group universities like the University of Manchester, University of York, University of Lancaster and so on (you can find a list of all these through a quick search) will also look for high grades - usually 6-9s. If you want to study Law then your English Language grade should really stand out as this is the main GCSE linked to that kind of degree. If you study GCSE Law that is a great advantage point. Further, you need to ensure you choose Law or a similar A Level subject. I would advise you to search for Law degrees at the universities that you would like to apply to, and have a read through the requirements. Good luck! 

Applying for University

What grades in GCSE would I need to get into a top university to then go on to be a Lawyer?

Hello, alongside your grades you need to show that you have a clear interest in theatre. Include all relevant work experience, your plans for the future and any extra curricular activities you do that are related to theatre. It might be useful to read some articles, magazines, watch videos related to theatre that you can also discuss in your application. Your genuine interest in theatre (and maybe drama studies) must shine through on your application  

Art & Drama

What looks good (apart from grades) on a uni application for theatre school? Thanks

You will need to study A Level Biology and 2 other A Level subjects. You will then apply for. Veterinary Medicine degree, these are highly competitive and entry requirements range from BBC to A*AA, this will depend on the universities you apply to. Your GCSE Science grades should really stand out, so aim for 7-9s! 

Good luck! 

Career Advice

What do I need to become a vet?

You will have to study to undergraduate level at the very least. 1) GCSEs, 2) 3 A Levels, 3) Undergraduate degree in Medicine and then you apply for Foundation Training (2 years) which help you choose what area of medicine you would like to specialise in.
Medical degrees are highly competitive, so you should be aiming for 7-9s for GCSEs and A-A*s for A Levels 

Hope that helps! 

Applying for Medicine

What qualifications u need to be a doctor

Physics and Maths are the two you should definitely study. For your third option, you can choose Chemistry or any other subject you enjoy. 

What a level's do I need to do to be an aerospace engineer

The sacrament of reconciliation is more commonly known as the sacrament of confession. Confession is an essential part of Catholicism and carries a substantial amount of importance for Catholics. 
One importance is that it allows Catholics to truly repent for their sins and receive God's forgiveness. 
A second importance is that it allows individuals to regularly reflect on their behaviour, right any wrongs they have committed and understand that the priest can also forgive through the power given to them through the act of Apostolic Tradition - the priest is seen as an agent of God. This stems from Jesus passing the right to forgive to his apostles at the Last Supper, this is presented in John 20:19-23. 

Religious Studies

Explain two reasons why the sacrament of reconciliation is important for catholics today. refer to scriptures and religious teachings

PEREL is a good structure for the evaluation questions: Point (explain it), Evidence, Response, Evaluation and Link. 

Try to memorise/use 3-4 points so you have maybe 6-8 in total (for and against) - depends on the time you have for the question. 

Read top and bottom model answers, pick out the strengths and limitations. Aim to write like the top level answers - examples available on the exam board website (e.g AQA Sociology, assessments, example answers) 

Learn you content! If you know the knowledge, you'll find the essay writing much easier. 

Sociology

Any tips on how to write sociology exam questions? Or is there any formats which may be helpful

Practice, practice & practice! 

Speak to others in the language you are learning as much as possible. 

Record yourself and listen back to this whilst doing mundane tasks (e.g cleaning or driving) 

Use apps like Quizlet to create flash cards and revisit these every night before sleeping or early in the morning 

English

Who knows any techniques to memorize fast words in a new language

As assessment is a way of finding out if learning has taken place, I think it has far more advantages than disadvantages. Many of these have already been mentioned. Please find my thoughts below:

Advantages: 
There are several types of assessments that take place in schools, the most common being formative (ongoing assessment e.g. quiz) This allows for progress to be checked. Summative (usually an exam and at the end of the year or course) confirms achievement (and allows for improvements and changes to be made). These provide learners with the chance to remain focussed, motivated and determined to succeed/reach their highest potential. 
Additionally, we have holistic assessments, which allow teachers and educators to understand their learners not just from an assignment focus, but also understand their learning styles, trends and anything to help their learners do better. This is often great in practical courses/subjects like engineering. It can save repetition and duplication of assessments. Overall it consolidates learning. 

Limitations: 
Everything has to be taught beforehand 
Can be time consuming
Learners may not understand why assessment is taking place so often (formative), therefore it is imperative that the teacher/educator has open conversations about assessment plans with learners 

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