You don’t have to have a career in mind to pursue your interests. Nikki was working full-time and had already achieved 10 GCSEs, 4 A levels and a maths degree when she decided to enrol with NEC. Nikki says that it’s her love of history that brought her back into education. “My study is completely […]
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A levels alongside full-time performing arts college leads to nursing at University of Southampton
With a part-time job and studying full-time at her local performing arts college, Kayleigh found that distance learning with NEC fit around her other commitments. Structured Fast Track A level Biology gave her the opportunity to complete an A level within a year with the benefits of a set schedule, assignment deadlines, tutor support and […]
Doing A level Biology in a year with NEC leads to medicine at Swansea University
After deciding to return to university to study medicine, Darius considered independently organising and sitting an A level but wasn’t sure where to start. His research brought him to NEC’s Structured Fast Track A level Biology. “I chose NEC because of all the positive reviews I had seen online. The onboarding website and team were […]
From the 1960s to today: A levels with NEC lead to dream teaching job
Over the years, we have helped thousands of students gain English language and literature qualifications and achieve their full potential. Patricia first studied with NEC in the 1960s and went on to study at university, ultimately gaining her dream job of teaching. Here is her experience of studying with a newly-founded NEC and rediscovering our […]
Studying A level History of Art as a teacher to deepen knowledge and grow confidence
Daisy is a newly qualified Arts and Design secondary school teacher and she is studying the new A level History of Art with NEC to help her become a more confident teacher. Daisy has completed a BA, MA and PGCE in the creative arts at the University of Bristol. Daisy noticed, during the course of […]
The National Extension College release A level and GCSE results
“It was impossible to fulfil my dreams without my parent’s and NEC’s patience, support, motivation and 24/7 accessibility to my learning materials [sic] during my learning. NEC has equipped me to thrive and achieve higher grades to prove my true potential and determination to fulfil my future aspirations of being a heart physician.” – Mohammed […]
The National Extension College response to the 2020 exams fiasco
The National Extension College understands how important A levels and other qualifications are to our students. Over our 57 years as an education provider we have seen the difference that a qualification can make to someone’s life, whether it opens the door to getting into the university of their choice or starting a dream job, […]
Can you study science A levels by distance learning?
When considering taking A levels as a distance learner, you may be wondering if it’s possible to study science. Can you do A level Science online? Thankfully, yes! It is possible to study science subjects online, and in this blog post, we will explore how to do so at NEC. NEC offers a range of […]