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Taking Science at A Level: Is it for you?

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Show Notes

Thinking about taking Science at A level but not sure if it’s the right choice? In this episode, Sixth Form students talk honestly about what studying Biology, Chemistry and Physics at A level is really like. They discuss workload, content depth, how different it feels from GCSE, and what surprised them most once they started. If you’re weighing up your options or wondering whether science is for you, this episode will help you make an informed decision.

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