Updated August, 2025
The GCE A-Levels (General Certificate of Education Advanced Level) are offered by various schools and colleges for students aged 16 to 19. This qualification is highly valuable, especially for those planning to pursue higher education abroad. A-Levels open doors to numerous academic and career opportunities in the future. It is considered an intermediate-level qualification, and students can enroll in the A-Level programme after successfully completing their O-Levels.
Many students are still unfamiliar with the A-Level programme and often find themselves asking, “What is A-Level?” To make it easier for them, we have explained the details of this qualification.
The A-Level is an intermediate degree programme, typically completed in two years at colleges. In the first year, students study the AS Level, which covers the first half of the course. In the second year, they move on to the A2 Level, completing the qualification. Each year, a large number of students choose to enroll in A-Levels due to the opportunities it provides.
Although A-Levels are often considered one of the most challenging academic programmes, students who have a genuine interest in their chosen subjects usually find it much more manageable and rewarding.
The subject range of the A-Level programme is mentioned below.
Science Group | Accounting | Technology |
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Biology | Business Studies | Computing |
Chemistry | Economics | Applied Information & Communication |
Physics | Law | Technology Design & Textiles |
Social Sciences | Psychology | - |
A-Level holds a lot of potential for students who desire to continue their education in another country. If you are studying for A-Levels in Pakistan, you will need to obtain another degree because A-Levels are not enough. If students study A-Level in Pakistan, they will find it easy to settle in the United States and the United Kingdom, since there is a high demand for students who have completed their HSSC and SSC in O-Level and A-Level.
A-level education is distinct from other types of education. A-level students follow a different study schedule and utilize different study methods. A-Level is offered by some private and government colleges in Pakistan. The A-Level examinations in Pakistan are administered by international British boards. A-Levels are equivalent in Pakistan to the Intermediate degree.
When deciding to study on A-Levels, there are a few things to think about:
Before choosing the subjects, take advice from your Professors and University admissions offices so that you can make an informed decision based on reliable and up-to-date data. To obtain a solid understanding of the subjects you must take, ask questions and investigate entry requirements for courses at various universities.
Students who have completed their A-Level studies can apply for a Post-A-Level programme in which they can start their own business while continuing their education. Some post-A-Level options are discussed here.