A Levels Learner Stories

“I left school at 16 with only GCSEs and spent 20 years in retail management before deciding I wanted to become a nurse. I was terrified the Biology would be beyond me after so long, but the course materials broke everything down so clearly. I sat my exam last June and got a B. I have an unconditional offer from my local university now.”

“I am 37 and made the decision to retrain as a civil engineer. The A level Maths course with Lift College was excellent — the tutor feedback was fast and genuinely useful, not just tick-box comments. Studying around a full-time job was tough but the flexibility of online learning made it possible. I passed with an A and I start my engineering degree in September.”

“I wanted to do a psychology degree but had not been in education since my early 20s. Studying online meant I could fit my coursework around the school run and evenings once the kids were in bed. My adviser at Lift College was helpful from day one — she explained every step and checked in on my progress. I got the grade I needed and I am going to university this autumn.”

“I took A level History as part of a plan to apply to read Law as a mature student. I had no idea if I could manage academic study at 41 after a 20-year gap, but the course structure was clear and the online platform made it easy to fit study around my work schedule. The tutor feedback on my essays genuinely improved my writing. I was offered a place at my first-choice university.”

“I needed Chemistry A level to apply for a Pharmacy degree. Studying a science online without lab sessions sounded daunting, but the course covers the theoretical content thoroughly and the virtual practical guidance is detailed. Lift College found me a local exam centre and walked me through the private candidate registration process, which I had no idea how to do. I passed and I am starting Pharmacy in September.”

“Working full time as a manager while studying A level Business was hard but the flexible study schedule made it work. I set aside two evenings a week and a few hours at the weekend. The course content was relevant to my job, which helped with motivation. My tutor gave excellent feedback on the practice exam answers. I achieved a B grade and have been accepted onto a Business Management degree starting next year.”