Record numbers get into uni and other A-level results takeaways

Record numbers get into uni and other A-level results takeaways

In the aftermath of the 2025 A-level results, it is important to highlight some key takeaways that shed light on the educational landscape this year. Firstly, it is crucial to note the lingering impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on these Year 13 students. With exams canceled in 2020 and 2021, grades were based on teachers’ assessments, resulting in a spike in results. This cohort of A-level students is considered “smaller” but “stronger” due to lower GCSE results and fewer students meeting the mark to start A-level courses.

Secondly, universities in the UK are facing financial concerns as there has been a decrease in the number of international students, who pay higher fees, coming to study in the country. Changes to visa rules have contributed to this decline, prompting universities to focus on enrolling UK undergraduates for financial stability and planning. This shift

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