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Course Introduction

AQA Biology GCSE gives you a solid grounding in how living things work. You’ll cover cells, organisation, genetics, ecology and more through two written exams and a focus on practical science, analysis and applying ideas to real life situations. It’s designed to build confidence in explaining biology clearly and thinking scientifically in everyday contexts. 

The course also emphasises working scientifically skills, meaning you’ll plan, carry out and evaluate practical work while developing data handling and critical thinking. With clear progression through topics and plenty of real-world relevance, it’s a versatile foundation for further study in science or health-related fields.

Course Info

The Biology GCSE AQA course is made up of seven core modules. These modules are distributed across two exam papers and cover fundamental biological concepts and processes. 

1. Cell biology: Structure and function of cells, cell division, microscopes
2. Organisation: Digestive, transport, and other organ systems
3. Infection and response: Diseases, immune system, monoclonal antibodies
4. Bioenergetics: Photosynthesis, respiration
5. Homeostasis and response: Nervous, hormonal, and control systems
6. Inheritance, variation and evolution: Genetics, DNA, reproduction, variation, evolutionary theory
7. Ecology: Ecosystems, biodiversity, environmental impacts

Exams

The exam board for this qualification is AQA. AQA are widely respected as a reliable and fair UK exam board, known for its rigorous assessment standards and comprehensive support for schools and students. Exams take place in the Summer of each year. The exam structure for this course is 2 x 1 hour 45 minute exams (conducted at one of our nationwide exam centres).

To gain this GCSE there is a practical exam component. If you're retaking the course and have already completed the practical assessment, you can sit the full exam. However, if this is your first time taking this subject, you'll need to choose the iGCSE version instead, which doesn't include a practical element. Both qualifications hold equal value.

Course Introduction

Get stuck into the world of business with the AQA GCSE Business Studies course. You’ll explore how businesses really work, finding out about everything from marketing and finance to human resources and the effects of the wider world on business decisions. The course mixes real examples and practical exercises, so you get a proper feel for what goes on behind the scenes. 

Business GCSE gives you the chance to think like an entrepreneur and get confident with solving day to day business problems. With engaging lessons and relevant case studies, you’ll see why businesses succeed or fail, and build skills that are useful in loads of future careers. ​

Course Info

The AQA GCSE Business Studies course is made up of six main modules, each focusing on a key area of business understanding and decision-making:  ​

1. Business in the Real World: Nature and purpose of business, business ownership, aims and objectives, stakeholders, business location, planning, growth, and sectors.      ​ 
2. Influences on Business: The impact of technology, ethical and environmental considerations, economic climate, globalization, the law, risk, and competition.      ​ 
3. Business Operations: Production processes, the role of procurement (purchasing), quality, and the importance of good customer service.      ​
4. Human Resources: Organizational structures, recruitment and selection, motivation, and training of employees.      ​ 
5. Marketing: Understanding customers, market segmentation, market research, the marketing mix (product, price, place, promotion).      ​ 
6. Finance: Sources of finance, cash flow, financial terms and calculations (costs, revenue, profit, break-even), and analysing business performance.

Exams

The exam board for this qualification is AQA. AQA are widely respected as a reliable and fair UK exam board, known for its rigorous assessment standards and comprehensive support for schools and students. Exams take place in the Summer of each year. The exam structure for this course is 2 x 1 hour 45 minute exams (conducted at one of our nationwide exam centres).

Course Introduction

Dive into the AQA GCSE Chemistry course and you’ll discover everything from atoms and bonding to energy changes and chemical reactions. You get hands-on with core ideas and learn how chemistry shapes the world, exploring practical experiments alongside theory. 

The journey includes everything from rates of reaction and organic chemistry to analysis, the atmosphere and using resources. With its mix of essential topics and applied science, this course helps you build confidence, problem-solving skills and an understanding of science that goes way beyond the classroom. ​

Course Info

The AQA GCSE Chemistry course is divided into ten core modules, split across two exam papers. Each module focuses on a fundamental area of chemistry. 

1. Atomic structure and the periodic table
2. Bonding, structure, and properties of matter
3. Quantitative chemistry
4. Chemical changes
5. Energy changes
6. The rate and extent of chemical change
7. Organic chemistry
8. Chemical analysis
9. Chemistry of the atmosphere
10. Using resources

Exams

The exam board for this qualification is AQA. AQA are widely respected as a reliable and fair UK exam board, known for its rigorous assessment standards and comprehensive support for schools and students. Exams take place in the Summer of each year. The exam structure for this course is 2 x 1 hour 45 minute exams (conducted at one of our nationwide exam centres).

To gain this GCSE there is a practical exam component. If you're retaking the course and have already completed the practical assessment, you can sit the full exam. However, if this is your first time taking this subject, you'll need to choose the iGCSE version instead, which doesn't include a practical element. Both qualifications hold equal value.

Course Introduction

The AQA Combined Science: Trilogy GCSE gives you a solid grounding in biology, chemistry and physics, all packed into a single course. You will explore everything from genetics and ecology to chemical reactions and energy, alongside practical experiments that help you make sense of big scientific ideas. 

This course is perfect if you want a broad science education that keeps your options open for more study later on. You will finish with two GCSEs, with plenty of support to help you link the topics together and understand how science works in real life.

Course Info

The AQA GCSE Combined Science: Trilogy course is made up of three main subject modules: Biology, Chemistry, and Physics. Each module is divided into specific topics covered across six exam papers (two for each science), with practical skills integrated into the content.  ​

1. Biology Modules: Cell biology, Organisation, Infection and response, Bioenergetics, Homeostasis and response, Inheritance, variation and evolution, Ecology      ​ 
2. Chemistry Modules: Atomic structure and the periodic table, Bonding, structure, and the properties of matter, Quantitative chemistry, Chemical changes, Energy changes, The rate and extent of chemical change, Organic chemistry, Chemical analysis, Chemistry of the atmosphere, Using resources      ​ 
3. Physics Modules: Energy, Electricity, Particle model of matter, Atomic structure, Forces, Waves, Magnetism and electromagnetism  ​

Exams

The exam board for this qualification is AQA. AQA are widely respected as a reliable and fair UK exam board, known for its rigorous assessment standards and comprehensive support for schools and students. Exams take place in the Summer of each year. The exam structure for this course is 2 x 1 hour 45 minute exams (conducted at one of our nationwide exam centres).

To gain this GCSE there is a practical exam component. If you're retaking the course and have already completed the practical assessment, you can sit the full exam. However, if this is your first time taking this subject, you'll need to choose the iGCSE version instead, which doesn't include a practical element. Both qualifications hold equal value.

Course Introduction

Edexcel GCSE English Language helps you build key communication skills by exploring a range of texts from fiction to non fiction. You’ll practise how to write creatively and accurately for different audiences, and learn to understand and analyse how writers use language and structure to get their message across. 

You’ll also develop your confidence in speaking and listening through presentations and discussions. This qualification opens doors to further study or work, and is valued by colleges and employers across the country.

Course Info

The Edexcel GCSE English Language course is made up of the following core modules, each assessed through specific exam components and a spoken language endorsement:  ​

1. Paper 1: Fiction and Imaginative Writing: Reading and analysing prose fiction, imaginative writing skills, accuracy in SPaG    
2. Paper 2: Non-fiction and Transactional Writing: Study of 20th- and 21st-century non-fiction, analysis and evaluation, writing to present a viewpoint, accuracy in SPaG   

Exams

The exam board for this qualification is Edexcel. Edexcel are widely respected as a reliable and fair UK exam board, known for its rigorous assessment standards and comprehensive support for schools and students. Exams take place in the Summer and Autumn of each year. The exam structure for this course is 1 x 1 hour 45 minute exam and 1 x 2hour 5 minute exam (conducted at one of our nationwide exam centres).

Course Introduction

Discover great stories and powerful poetry with the AQA GCSE English Literature course. You'll get to study classic texts like Shakespeare, a 19th-century novel, a modern play or novel and a selection of themed poems. The course is all about diving deep into stories, building your confidence in analysing language and exploring what makes literature so timeless. 

You’ll develop your own views, learn how to compare writers and sharpen your essay writing skills ready for the exams. It’s a chance to connect with a huge range of characters, themes and big ideas while preparing you for further studies and a lifelong love of reading.

Course Info

The AQA English Literature GCSE course is assessed through two main modules (exam papers), each with clearly defined components focusing on major literary texts and skills.  ​

1. Paper 1: Shakespeare and the 19th-century novel: Section A: Shakespeare (essay based on an extract and play) & Section B: 19th-century novel (essay based on an extract and novel)
2. Paper 2: Modern Texts and Poetry: Section A: Modern prose/drama text (essay) & Section B: Poetry – anthology (comparison essay) & Section C: Unseen poetry (analysis and comparison of two unseen poems)
3. The reading list for this course will include: The Strange Case of Doctor Jekyll and Mr Hyde - Robert Louis Stevenson, Macbeth - William Shakespeare, Animal Farm - George Orwell, Poetry Anthology - Various        

Exams

The exam board for this qualification is AQA. AQA are widely respected as a reliable and fair UK exam board, known for its rigorous assessment standards and comprehensive support for schools and students. Exams take place in the Summer of each year. The exam structure for this course is 2 x 1 hour 45 minute exams (conducted at one of our nationwide exam centres).

Course Introduction

The History GCSE with AQA opens up a broad journey through the past, from key events to the people who shaped them, helping you connect ideas across eras and places. You’ll cover a mix of period studies, thematic topics, and depth studies, with plenty of real-world context to keep things engaging. 

Expect a practical blend of understanding, analysis and evaluation as you build skills in researching, debating and writing clearly about history. The course is designed to be achievable yet challenging, helping you develop a confident, curious approach to learning about the world. ​

Course Info

The AQA GCSE History course is made up of four modules, each covering a different aspect and time period of history.

1. Period Study: America 1840 – 1885: Expansion and consolidation. 
2. Wider World Depth Study: Conflict and tension: the First World War, 1894 – 1918. 
3. Thematic Study: Britain: Power and the people c1170 to the present day.
4. British Depth Study: Restoration England, 1660 – 1685.   

Exams

The exam board for this qualification is AQA. AQA are widely respected as a reliable and fair UK exam board, known for its rigorous assessment standards and comprehensive support for schools and students. Exams take place in the Summer of each year. The exam structure for this course is 2 x 1 hour 45 minute exams (conducted at one of our nationwide exam centres).

Course Introduction

The Edexcel GCSE Mathematics course helps you build problem solving skills using numbers, algebra, geometry, and statistics. Throughout the course, you’ll get plenty of practice working with fractions and percentages, understanding shapes and measurements, and tackling questions that involve probability and ratios. 

Whether you study the foundation or higher tier, the focus is on making sure maths feels practical and useful. By the end of the programme, you’ll be confident using logic and reasoning to solve everyday problems in lots of different contexts, and ready to progress to whatever comes next.

Course Info

The Mathematics GCSE Edexcel course is structured around six main content domains or modules, which are assessed across three written exams. These modules form the backbone of the curriculum for both Foundation and Higher tier students.

1. Number: Integers, decimals, fractions, percentages, structure and calculation, place value, standard form, rounding, estimation ​
2. Algebra: Expressions, equations, formulae, graphs, sequences, functions, solving and manipulating equations ​
3. Ratio, Proportion and Rates of Change: Ratio calculations, direct and inverse proportion, compound and unit measures, scale factors, proportionality ​
4. Geometry and Measures: Properties of shapes, angles, geometric constructions, perimeter, area, volume, trigonometry, vectors, transformations ​
5. Probability: Describing likelihood, Venn diagrams, tree diagrams, experimental and theoretical probability ​
6. Statistics: Collecting, interpreting, representing and analyzing data (charts, averages, distributions), using statistical measures

Exams

The exam board for this qualification is Edexcel. Edexcel are widely respected as a reliable and fair UK exam board, known for its rigorous assessment standards and comprehensive support for schools and students. Exams take place in the Summer and Autumn of each year. The exam structure for this course is 3 x 1 hour 30 minute exams (conducted at one of our nationwide exam centres).

Course Introduction

A well crafted GCSE Physics course from AQA gives you a solid grip on the big ideas like energy, forces and waves, with plenty of real world applications. It combines clear explanations, practical work and exam practice to build confidence in problem solving and scientific thinking. 

Whether you’re aiming for university, an apprenticeship or a STEM career, this course keeps options open. It covers essential topics in a logical sequence and supports learners at different paces with structured learning paths and accessible resources.

Course Info

The AQA GCSE Physics course is structured around eight core modules, covered across two exam papers. Each module focuses on a fundamental area of physics.

1. Energy
2. Electricity
3. Particle model of matter
4. Atomic structure
5. Forces
6. Waves
7. Magnetism and electromagnetism
8. Space physics (Physics only)

Exams

The exam board for this qualification is AQA. AQA are widely respected as a reliable and fair UK exam board, known for its rigorous assessment standards and comprehensive support for schools and students. Exams take place in the Summer of each year. The exam structure for this course is 2 x 1 hour 45 minute exams (conducted at one of our nationwide exam centres).

To gain this GCSE there is a practical exam component. If you're retaking the course and have already completed the practical assessment, you can sit the full exam. However, if this is your first time taking this subject, you'll need to choose the iGCSE version instead, which doesn't include a practical element. Both qualifications hold equal value.

Course Introduction

The AQA GCSE Psychology course is a brilliant way to explore what makes people tick. You’ll dive into topics like memory, social influence and mental health, while learning how real psychological studies shed light on our thoughts and behaviour. Classes cover everything from why people conform to group pressure to how language shapes the way we see the world. 

You also get to investigate the brain, nervous system and different approaches to treating psychological problems. If you’re curious about how science interacts with everyday life, this course is a great choice for understanding yourself and others in a modern society.

Course Info

The Psychology GCSE is structured around eight key modules, assessed across two main exam papers. Each module introduces students to important psychological theories, research, and practical applications.  ​

1. Module Paper 1: Cognition and Behaviour - Memory Perception Development Research Methods ​
2. Paper 2: Social Context and Behaviour - Social Influence Language, Thought and Communication Brain and Neuropsychology Psychological Problems ​

Exams

The exam board for this qualification is AQA. AQA are widely respected as a reliable and fair UK exam board, known for its rigorous assessment standards and comprehensive support for schools and students. Exams take place in the Summer of each year. The exam structure for this course is 2 x 1 hour 45 minute exams (conducted at one of our nationwide exam centres).

Course Introduction

The AQA GCSE Sociology course is your chance to explore how society really works, from family life and education to crime and inequality. You will learn about the key ideas of classic sociologists like Durkheim, Marx and Weber, and see how their theories explain everyday life and current issues. 

Over the course, you will study big social topics, get to grips with debates like conflict versus consensus, and find out how sociologists actually carry out their research. It is great for anyone who enjoys discussion, wants to understand the world a bit better and likes investigating what makes people and groups tick.

Course Info

The AQA GCSE Sociology course is made up of several core modules covering major sociological topics and research methods. These modules directly align with the structure of the two exam papers that assess student knowledge and skills.  ​

1. The Sociological Approach: Understanding perspectives, theories (e.g., functionalism, Marxism, feminism), and key sociological terms ​
2. Social Structures, Processes & Issues: Examining norms, values, roles, socialisation, and social issues ​
3. Families: Family structures and functions, roles and relationships, changes over time ​
4. Education: Roles and functions of education, achievement, processes within schools, influences of class, gender, and ethnicity ​
5. Crime and Deviance: Nature of crime, social construction, causes, effects, control mechanisms, and social patterns ​
6. Social Stratification: Social class, inequality, poverty, life chances, power and authority, factors affecting stratification ​
7. Sociological Research Methods: Research design, qualitative and quantitative methods, ethics, data interpretation

Exams

The exam board for this qualification is AQA. AQA are widely respected as a reliable and fair UK exam board, known for its rigorous assessment standards and comprehensive support for schools and students. Exams take place in the Summer of each year. The exam structure for this course is 2 x 1 hour 45 minute exams (conducted at one of our nationwide exam centres).

Course Introduction

Dive into the fascinating world of life with this online A level Biology course. From the tiniest microbes to complex ecosystems, you’ll explore what makes living things tick through fun and engaging resources that bring science to life.

Get ready to uncover the secrets of cells, understand how plants and animals function, and see evolution and natural selection in action. You’ll also look at exciting breakthroughs like gene therapy and discover how cutting edge biology shapes the world around us.

Course Info

The AQA A-Level Biology course is made up of eight main modules:

1. Biological Molecules     
2. Cells     
3. Organisms Exchange Substances with their Environment     
4. Genetic Information, Variation, and Relationships Between Organisms     
5. Energy Transfers in and Between Organisms     
6. Organisms Respond to Changes in Their Internal and External Environments     
7. Genetics, Populations, Evolution, and Ecosystems     
8. The Control of Gene Expression 

Exams

The exam board for this qualification is Pearson Edexcel. Pearson Edexcel are widely respected as a reliable and fair UK exam board, known for its rigorous assessment standards and comprehensive support for schools and students. Exams take place in the Summer and Autumn of each year. The exam structure for this course is 6 exams varying between 1 hour 20 minutes and 1 hour 45 minutes (conducted at one of our nationwide exam centres).

Course Introduction

The Pearson Edexcel International A Level Chemistry course gives you a solid grounding in chemical principles, blending theory with practical skills. You’ll explore topics like atomic structure, bonding, energetics, and organic chemistry, as well as key areas like kinetics, equilibria, and transition metals. The course is designed to help develop your analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities, preparing you for further study or careers in science. 

Practical work is a big part of the course, with two dedicated units that focus on experimenting and data analysis. You’ll build confidence using lab techniques and deepen your understanding by applying what you learn in real-world scenarios. With six units split between theory and practice, this qualification is great if you want a thorough chemistry education recognised internationally. It’s flexible and accessible, making it perfect for students worldwide looking to take their chemistry knowledge further.

Course Info

The Pearson Edexcel International A-Level Chemistry course (IAL) consists of six core units:

1. Unit 1: Structure, Bonding and Introduction to Organic Chemistry: Atomic structure, types of bonding, shapes of molecules, introduction to organic chemistry ​
2. Unit 2: Energetics, Group Chemistry, Halogenoalkanes and Alcohols: Energetics, group chemistry (periodic table trends), halogenoalkanes, alcohols, analytical techniques ​
3. Unit 3: Practical Skills in Chemistry I: Written practical examination based on content from Units 1 and 2 ​
4. Unit 4: Rates, Equilibria and Further Organic Chemistry: Kinetics, chemical equilibria, advanced organic reactions, mechanism analysis ​
5. Unit 5: Transition Metals and Organic Nitrogen Chemistry: Transition metal chemistry, advanced topics in organic nitrogen chemistry ​
6. Unit 6: Practical Skills in Chemistry II: Written practical examination based on content from Units 4 and 5

Exams

The exam board for this qualification is Pearson Edexcel. Pearson Edexcel are widely respected as a reliable and fair UK exam board, known for its rigorous assessment standards and comprehensive support for schools and students. Exams take place in the Summer and Autumn of each year. The exam structure for this course is 6 exams varying between 1 hour 20 minutes and 1 hour 45 minutes (conducted at one of our nationwide exam centres).

Course Introduction

The Pearson Edexcel International A Level Mathematics course is built to boost your maths skills through a flexible modular setup. You'll study a mix of pure maths units, covering algebra, calculus and trigonometry, alongside specialist options in statistics, mechanics or decision maths, all with real world problem solving in mind. 

This course is perfect if you want to keep your university and career options wide open, from engineering to business or science, and prefer a modular approach where you can build up your grades one unit at a time. It’s internationally recognised and helps you develop logical thinking plus the confidence to tackle complex challenges.

Course Info

The Pearson Edexcel International Advanced Level (IAL) Mathematics course is modular and consists of six units (modules) for the full IAL qualification:

1. Pure Mathematics 1: Algebra, functions, trigonometry, calculus, geometry
2. Pure Mathematics 2: Proof, sequences, series, exponentials, trigonometry
3. Pure Mathematics 3: Advanced algebra, differentiation, integration
4. Pure Mathematics 4: Binomial expansion, vectors, advanced calculus
5. Mechanics 1: Modelling, kinematics, forces, statics
6. Statistics 1: Probability, distributions, correlation, regression
7. Decision Mathematics 1: Algorithms, graphs, linear programming (as an option)

Exams

The exam board for this qualification is Pearson Edexcel. Pearson Edexcel are widely respected as a reliable and fair UK exam board, known for its rigorous assessment standards and comprehensive support for schools and students. Exams take place in the Summer and Autumn of each year. The exam structure for this course is 6 x 1 hour 30 minute exams (conducted at one of our nationwide exam centres).

Course Introduction

The Pearson Edexcel International A Level Physics course gives you the chance to explore everything from mechanics to cosmology, with topics like waves, electricity, fields, thermodynamics and particle physics. You will get to grips with big scientific ideas, while building your confidence in maths and experimental skills through practical work and real world applications. 

Designed for students with ambitions in science, engineering or technology, this course is all about hands-on experience and preparing you for global universities. You will sit six written exams, with practical skills woven throughout, so you will develop the knowledge and confidence you need to succeed at the next stage.

Course Info

The Pearson Edexcel International A-Level Physics course consists of six core units:

1. Unit 1: Mechanics and Materials: Forces, motion, matter, materials, mechanical properties
2. Unit 2: Waves and Electricity: Waves (properties, behaviour), electricity, circuits
3. Unit 3: Practical Skills in Physics I:Experimental skills and techniques (linked to Units 1 and 2)
4. Unit 4: Further Mechanics, Fields and Particles: Advanced mechanics, electric and magnetic fields, particle physics
5. Unit 5: Thermodynamics, Radiation, Oscillations and Cosmology: Thermodynamics, nuclear decay, oscillations, astrophysics, cosmology
6. Unit 6: Practical Skills in Physics II: Experimental skills and techniques (linked to Units 4 and 5)

Exams

The exam board for this qualification is Pearson Edexcel. Pearson Edexcel are widely respected as a reliable and fair UK exam board, known for its rigorous assessment standards and comprehensive support for schools and students. Exams take place in the Summer and Autumn of each year. The exam structure for this course is 6 exams varying between 1 hour 20 minutes and 1 hour 45 minutes (conducted at one of our nationwide exam centres).

Course Introduction

AQA Biology A-level covers the big ideas behind life, from the molecules that make up cells to how organisms interact with their environments. Students explore topics like genetics, evolution, energy transfer, and the control of gene expression, with plenty of practical work to put theory into action. 

The course is designed to develop clear reasoning and problem-solving skills, helping you connect ideas across topics and prepare for higher education or careers in science, healthcare, or engineering. It’s a rigorous, widely recognised pathway that blends depth with real-world applications.

Course Info

The AQA Biology A-level course is structured around eight core modules, which comprehensively cover molecular biology, physiology, genetics, ecology, and gene expression. Here are the modules that make up the AQA A-level Biology specification:  ​

1. Biological Molecules
2. Cells
3. Organisms Exchange Substances with Their Environment
4. Genetic Information, Variation and Relationships between Organisms
5. Energy Transfers in and between Organisms
6. Organisms Respond to Changes in their Internal and External Environments
7. Genetics, Populations, Evolution and Ecosystems
8. The Control of Gene Expression

Exams

The exam board for this qualification is AQA. AQA is widely respected as a reliable and fair UK exam board, known for its rigorous assessment standards and comprehensive support for schools and students. Exams take place in the Summer of each year. The exam structure for this course is 3 x 2 hour exams (conducted at one of our nationwide exam centres).

Course Introduction

Fancy yourself as a future entrepreneur or just love the world of business? This AQA A Level Business course gives you the tools to explore how companies work, grow and thrive. You will learn how to analyse markets, understand business structures and discover what it takes to turn ideas into profit.  Perfect for anyone who dreams of starting their own venture or climbing the corporate ladder, this online course paves the way for future success.

Whether you want to study a business degree or simply gain knowledge that gives you an edge in your career, you will leave with the confidence and insight to make smart business choices.

Course Info

The AQA A-Level Business Studies course is made up of several modules:

1. What is business?
2. Managers, leadership and decision making
3. Marketing
4. Operational management
5. inancial performance
6. Human resources management
7. Analysing the strategic position of a business
8. Choosing strategic direction
9. Strategic methods: how to pursue strategies
10. Managing strategic change

Exams

The exam board for this qualification is AQA. AQA is widely respected as a reliable and fair UK exam board, known for its rigorous assessment standards and comprehensive support for schools and students. Exams take place in the Summer of each year. The exam structure for this course is 3 x 2 hour exams (conducted at one of our nationwide exam centres).

Course Introduction

Chemistry is all around us, shaping everything from the medicines we take to the clothes we wear. This AQA A level Chemistry course helps you see the world in a whole new light while exploring the science that drives everyday life. 

You will build useful skills like data analysis, creative thinking and problem solving, all of which stand out in today’s job market. Perfect for those aiming for careers in healthcare, teaching, research or further science studies, this course covers key topics such as atomic structure, bonding, energetics and thermodynamics. Each lesson offers something fresh and engaging, deepening your understanding of how the world really works.

Course Info

The AQA A-Level Chemistry course is structured around three major subject areas:

1. Physical Chemistry: Atomic Structure, Amount of Substance, Bonding, Energetics, Kinetics, Equilibria, Thermodynamics, Rate Equations, Acids & Bases, Electrochemical Cells ​
2. Inorganic Chemistry: Periodicity, Group 2 & Group 7 Elements, Transition Metals, Reactions of Aqueous Ions ​
3. Organic Chemistry: Alkanes, Alkenes, Alcohols, Haloalkanes, Aromatic Chemistry, Carbonyl Compounds, Carboxylic Acids, Amines, Amino Acids, Polymers, DNA, Synthesis, Spectroscop

Exams

The exam board for this qualification is AQA. AQA is widely respected as a reliable and fair UK exam board, known for its rigorous assessment standards and comprehensive support for schools and students. Exams take place in the Summer of each year. The exam structure for this course is 3 x 2 hour exams (conducted at one of our nationwide exam centres).

Course Introduction

Course Info

The AQA English Language A-Level course is made up of three main modules: 

Paper 1: Language, the Individual and Society Covers textual variations and representations, children's language development (0-11 years), and methods of language analysis.

Paper 2: Language Diversity and Change Focuses on language diversity (including gender, occupation, dialect, sociolect) and language change over time, plus directed writing. ​

Non-exam Assessment: Language in Action Includes a language investigation (2,000 words) on a topic of choice and original writing (creative pieces & commentary).

Exams

The exam board for this qualification is AQA. AQA is widely respected as a reliable and fair UK exam board, known for its rigorous assessment standards and comprehensive support for schools and students. Exams take place in the Summer of each year. The exam structure for this course is 2 x 2 hour 30 minute exams (conducted at one of our nationwide exam centres) plus coursework.

Course Introduction

Dive into the world of A level English Literature and explore what it really means to be human. You’ll uncover how writers express love, fear, loss and happiness, discovering how language captures emotion and shapes the way we think and feel.

From Shakespeare to Atwood, you’ll study poems, plays and novels that have defined the idea of ‘Love Through the Ages’. You’ll learn to read deeply, link texts to their time, and compare how characters and themes evolve. By the end, you’ll have sharpened your writing skills and learned how to make words truly powerful.

Course Info

The AQA English Literature A-Level is organised into three main modules, each with distinctive thematic and genre requirements:

1. Love Through the Ages: Study of three texts: one Shakespeare text (drama), one poetry, one prose. - At least one text must be pre-1900 ​.    Written exam (3 hrs, 40% of A Level). 
2. Texts in Shared Contexts: Choice of option (e.g., WW1 and its aftermath or modern times 1945+). - Study three texts: one drama, one poetry, one prose. - Includes one post-2000 text.
3. Independent Critical Study: Texts Across Time (Coursework): One comparative essay (2500 words). - Compare two texts (drama, prose, or poetry), one pre-1900. - Student selects theme (e.g., race, gender, class, gothic, dystopia).
4. The reading list for this course will include: Death of a Salesman – Arthur Miller, Nineteen Eighty-Four – George Orwell, The World’s Wife – Carol Ann Duffy, Keats Poetry Collect – John Keats, Othello – William Shakespeare, The Murder of Roger Ackroyd – Agatha Christy, When will there be good news? – Kate Atkinson, Pre-1900 Poems (Various)

Exams

The exam board for this qualification is AQA. AQA is widely respected as a reliable and fair UK exam board, known for its rigorous assessment standards and comprehensive support for schools and students. Exams take place in the Summer of each year. The exam structure for this course is 1 x 3 hour exam, 1 x 2 hour 30 minute exam (conducted at one of our nationwide exam centres) plus coursework.

Course Introduction

Discover how studying A-level History online can open your eyes to the events that shaped Britain and the USA. Take a deep dive into key historical periods, from America’s journey from post–Civil War to superpower status, to the dramatic Wars of the Roses in Britain, all at your own pace.  With the freedom to investigate a historical moment that genuinely interests you, you will boost your research skills and confidence with data.

This course is designed to fit around your life, so whether you have a busy job or plenty of spare time, you can learn when it suits you best while gaining valuable independence through online study.

Course Info

The AQA A-Level History course is made up of three main modules, each targeting different aspects and periods of history to ensure broad and in-depth coverage: 

1. Breadth Study: Study of significant developments over ~100 years, focusing on themes such as social, political, economic, and religious change. You will study the impact of the industrial revolution in Britain from c1783 – 1885.
2. Depth Study: In-depth focus on a shorter historical period with detailed examination of key events and individuals. You will study Democracy and Nazism: Germany, 1918 – 1945.
3. Historical Investigation (NEA): Independent research project chosen by the student covering at least 100 years, different from modules 1 and 2. Requires analysis of primary sources and historical interpretations. 

Exams

The exam board for this qualification is AQA. AQA is widely respected as a reliable and fair UK exam board, known for its rigorous assessment standards and comprehensive support for schools and students. Exams take place in the Summer of each year. The exam structure for this course is 3 x 2 hour exams (conducted at one of our nationwide exam centres).

Course Introduction

Mathematics is a fascinating subject that helps explain how the world works in a logical and beautiful way. Taking A level Maths is a smart move if you are thinking about university, as it is one of the most respected subjects around.

This course gives you the chance to sharpen your problem solving and reasoning skills, which are valued by universities and employers alike. You will explore topics such as trigonometry, statistics, forces and algebra, with supportive tutor feedback to keep you on track towards your goals.

Course Info

The AQA A-Level Mathematics course is made up of three main components:

1. Pure Mathematics: Proof, Algebra and functions, Coordinate geometry, Sequences and series, Trigonometry, Exponentials and logarithms, Differentiation, Integration, Numerical methods ​
2. Statistics: Statistical sampling, Data presentation and interpretation, Probability, Statistical distributions, Statistical hypothesis testing ​
3. Mechanics: Quantities and units, Kinematics, Forces and Newton’s laws, Moments

Exams

The exam board for this qualification is AQA. AQA is widely respected as a reliable and fair UK exam board, known for its rigorous assessment standards and comprehensive support for schools and students. Exams take place in the Summer of each year. The exam structure for this course is 3 x 2 hour exams (conducted at one of our nationwide exam centres).

Course Introduction

Get curious about the world around you with our online A level Physics course. Discover how your phone works, how we walk without slipping, and why sound travels through earphones. This course goes beyond space and planets to explore the invisible forces that keep everything moving and connected. 

You can study from anywhere, at your own pace, with plenty of reading materials to guide you. From Newton’s laws to electromagnetic waves, you’ll see how physics shapes everyday life and opens doors to exciting career opportunities.

Course Info

The AQA Physics A-Level course is made up of core modules plus one optional topic:

Core Modules (Compulsory) 

1. Measurements and their errors
2. Particles and radiation
3. Waves
4. Mechanics and materials
5. Electricity
6. Further mechanics and thermal physics
7. Fields and their consequences
8. Nuclear physics 

Optional Modules (choose one for assessment) 

1. Astrophysics
2. Medical physics
3. Engineering physics
4. Turning points in physics
5. Electronics

Exams

The exam board for this qualification is AQA. AQA is widely respected as a reliable and fair UK exam board, known for its rigorous assessment standards and comprehensive support for schools and students. Exams take place in the Summer of each year. The exam structure for this course is 3 x 2 hour exams (conducted at one of our nationwide exam centres).

Course Introduction

A level Psychology is a fascinating subject that lets you explore what really drives people. If you have ever wondered why we think, feel and act the way we do, this course opens the door to understanding the workings of the mind. It is designed for those curious about human behaviour and what shapes our thoughts and decisions. 

With this online AQA course, you will dive into interesting areas like how memory works, why people conform or rebel, and how social understanding develops. You will also get to know the major psychological theories that explain how we make sense of the world.

Course Info

The AQA Psychology A-Level course consists of several core modules, grouped into three main exam papers:

1. Introductory Topics in Psychology: Social Influence, Memory, Attachment, Psychopathology 
2. Psychology in Context: Approaches in Psychology, Biopsychology, Research Methods ​
3. Issues and Options in Psychology: Issues and Debates in Psychology

Exams

The exam board for this qualification is AQA. AQA is widely respected as a reliable and fair UK exam board, known for its rigorous assessment standards and comprehensive support for schools and students. Exams take place in the Summer of each year. The exam structure for this course is 3 x 2 hour exams (conducted at one of our nationwide exam centres).

Course Introduction

Sociology is all about uncovering what lies beneath our everyday lives. It digs into why people act the way they do, what shapes our social behaviour, and how societies change over time. If you’re curious about what makes the world tick, A Level Sociology is just the thing for you. 

As one of the leading social sciences, sociology connects to subjects like economics, psychology and politics. You’ll build valuable skills in analysing issues, solving problems and thinking critically. This A Level not only opens doors to careers in marketing, law or community work but also gives you a strong foundation for university study.

Course Info

The AQA A-Level Sociology course is made up of three core modules:

1. Education with Theory and Methods     
2. Crime and Deviance with Theory and Methods     
3. Theory and Methods

Exams

The exam board for this qualification is AQA. AQA is widely respected as a reliable and fair UK exam board, known for its rigorous assessment standards and comprehensive support for schools and students. Exams take place in the Summer of each year. The exam structure for this course is 3 x 2 hour exams (conducted at one of our nationwide exam centres).