I will be completing my A-Levels in 2010. How might Oxford handle A* grades and the Extended Projects at A-Level?
The University will not use the A* grade in the coming admissions cycle when making offers for 2010 and deferred 2011 entry. However a review of this policy will take place in time to advise those applying entry in the 2011/12 admissions cycle, utilising information gained from applicant performance and in the light of developments with other universities who have competitive courses. For those who have undertaken Extended Projects, we will not make this a condition for an offer as it is not a compulsory element of post-16 study. However we recognise that the Project might provide you with an opportunity to develop research and academic skills relevant for studying Medicine. Therefore you are encouraged to draw upon your experience of undertaking the project when writing your personal statement on the UCAS form, particularly if the topic is relevant to Medicine.
