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Resitting A level STEM Subjects: How to Turn Your Setback into a Stepping Stone for a Brighter Future

If you’re searching for ways to improve your A level results in STEM subjects, you’ve come to the right place. Many students find themselves…
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Resits vs. Retakes: Understanding the Difference and Making the Most of Your Second Chance

Examinations play a crucial role in our educational journey, and sometimes the results may not meet our expectations. However, it’s important to remember that…
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GCSE Results Day 2024: What to Do When You Didn’t Get the GCSE Results You Wanted

Failing an exam or receiving GCSE results that fall short of your expectations can be disheartening, especially if you had high hopes for your…
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GCSE Results Day 2024: Your Complete Guide

GCSE Results Day is a pivotal moment in the academic journey for students, parents, and educators alike. Following the disruptions of recent years, this…
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A level Results Day 2024: Your Ultimate Guide to Success

With A level Results Day 2024 upon us, it’s essential to be fully prepared. Whether you’re eager to learn your results, curious about grading…
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Big Data and Educational Trends: Insights for Students and Schools

Five things to look out for on results day for A levels, T levels and other Level 3 qualifications.  As results day approaches for…
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Prepare for A level Results Day 2024: Essential Tips and What to Expect

Are you ready for A level Results Day 2024? Whether you’re eagerly awaiting your grades or feeling a bit nervous, we’ve got the essential…
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How Griffin found a solution to his study needs: Online A levels with NEC

When watersports fan Griffin moved with his family to Portugal he was unfamiliar with the local schools and the education that they could offer…
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Navigating Your Post-Exam Options: Advice for Students

By Esther Chesterman &  Kirsten Butler NEC Chief Executive Esther Chesterman and our UCAS Expert Kirsten Butler explain the options open to you if…
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GCSE Results Day 2023: Your Complete Guide

GCSE results day is a pivotal moment in the academic journey for students, parents, and educators alike. After the tumultuous disruptions caused by the…
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Vivienne’s online learning experience – Distance learning as a mature student

It’s not everyday that we hear of students starting a course with us thirty years after first hearing of NEC. In this case, mature…
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The Classical History of the Olympic Games: From Ancient Greece to Paris 2024

Written by NEC Marketing Manager, Amanda Davies The Olympic Games has a rich history dating back to antiquity that offers insights into the culture…
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My Journey in Online Learning as a Neurodivergent Student

Written by NEC Pastoral Officer Karyn Nash In 2021, I joined NEC as a Pastoral Officer and returned to education as an online MSc…
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Experiencing Mount Etna: A Journey of Natural Wonders and Learning

Written by NEC Chief Executive Esther Chesterman As the CEO of the National Extension College, I often find myself engrossed in the world of…
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Are GCSE Resits Beneficial?

Written by NEC Chief Executive Esther Chesterman – explaining the benefits of GCSE resits. If your exams haven’t quite gone to plan and you…
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Labour Party’s Education Policies: Transforming Schools and Enhancing Social Mobility

As the CEO of the National Extension College (NEC), I am excited about the Labour Party’s education manifesto becoming a reality under the new…
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Labour Party’s Education Policies: Enhancing Social Mobility for Private Candidates, Adult Learners, and Homeschoolers

As the CEO of the National Extension College (NEC), I am thrilled to see the Labour Party’s education manifesto becoming a reality under the…
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Why study Politics?

There are many reasons why studying politics is beneficial to students. With talk around general elections, it’s no wonder that politics is a common…
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The economics of political parties

By Roy Bowden Roy, a tutor on NEC’s A level Economics explains how A level Economics students can use the manifestos of political parties…
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Navigating Your Post-Exam Options: Advice for Students

By Esther Chesterman &  Kirsten Butler NEC Chief Executive Esther Chesterman and our UCAS Expert Kirsten Butler explain the options open to you if…
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