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Students in rush to grab final places at university
The "house full" sign has gone up at most of Britain's leading universities as students snapped up places on courses at a record rate. But a lifeline was offered for youngsters who had flunked their A-levels as some universities urged them to sign up for foundation degree courses that could pave the way for a full degree course later.
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Monday, 18 August 2008
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Students in rush to grab final places at university
Monday, 18 August 2008
The "house full" sign has gone up at most of Britain's leading universities as students snapped up places on courses at a record rate. But a lifeline was offered for youngsters who had flunked their A-levels as some universities urged them to sign up for foundation degree courses that could pave the way for a full degree course later.
Regional results show 'worrying' educational divide
Thursday, 14 August 2008
Concerns were raised about the educational divide across England tonight as A-level results soared to a record high. Figures released by the exam boards highlighted startling discrepancies in grade A passes in regions around the country.
2,600 find university place through clearing system
Thursday, 14 August 2008
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Another record year for A-level students
Thursday, 14 August 2008
Teenagers achieved record results in their A-levels again this year as the national pass rate soared above 97 per cent for the first time.
Eugenie praised for A-level results
Thursday, 14 August 2008
Princess Eugenie has been praised for her A-level results which appear to be the best grades posted by a senior member of the royal family.
Kidnap girl celebrates exam success
Thursday, 14 August 2008
A teenager who hit world headlines when she was taken from her mother's arms at just 36 hours old was today celebrating her A-level results.
Pupil who spoke no English secures Cambridge place
Thursday, 14 August 2008
A Chinese schoolgirl who spoke no English when she came to the UK secured a place at Cambridge University today.
Quads' joy at exam success
Thursday, 14 August 2008
Four extraordinary siblings, made all the more extraordinary by the fact that they are quadruplets, were today celebrating top grade A-level results.
Maths fan celebrates six 'A' grades
Thursday, 14 August 2008
Maths fan Emma Davies celebrated six A grades at A-level today.
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