Schools With Sumit: The Strategic A-Level Deep Dive

In this crucial episode, we decode the toughest decisions facing students: A-Level choices. It's not just about picking what you like—it's about strategy, prerequisites, and keeping your future options open.

You’ll learn:

• Why quality always trumps quantity.
• The non-negotiable subjects for competitive degrees like Medicine (hint: it's not what you might think!) and Economics.
• The surprising GCSE requirements (like the language trap) that can disqualify you from top universities like UCL.
• How to build an A-Level portfolio that stands out in the high-stakes competition for elite institutions.

 Disclaimer: We strongly recommend conducting your own research and looking specifically at the requirements for your target universities and courses, as prerequisites and preferences can change. 

🔗 Important Links for Maths Competitions

• JMC / JMO / IMC / SMC – UKMT Competitions
  👉 ukmt.org.uk
• ROXbridge Maths Challenge – No school participation required
  👉 oxbridgeinstitute.co.uk/plus/roxbridge
• 🔗 Important Links for University Maths Tests
  • MAT – Maths Admissions Test (Oxford)
    👉 maths.ox.ac.uk
  • TMUA – Test of Mathematics for University Admission (Cambridge)
    👉 undergraduate.study.cam.ac.uk

🔗 Important Links for UCAS Points

• UCAS Tariff Points Calculator
  Quickly check how many points each qualification earns.
  👉 https://www.ucas.com/applying/before-you-apply/what-and-where-to-study/entry-requirements/calculate-your-ucas-tariff-points
• UCAS Points Tables by Qualification
  See how A-levels, BTECs, IB, and others convert into UCAS points.
  👉 https://www.thecompleteuniversityguide.co.uk/student-advice/applying-to-uni/ucas-points