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Key Stage 5

An informal name for 16 to 19 education (Years 12 and 13) in England, such as A levels and T Levels. It is not a statutory key stage of the national curriculum.

Also called
KS5
Used in
England
Topic
Curriculum

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Sixth form England Wales Northern Ireland
The two final years of secondary education (Years 12 and 13 in England and Wales, Years 13 and 14 in Northern Ireland), usually for students aged 16 to 18 studying A levels or equivalent courses.
A level (Advanced level) England Wales Northern Ireland
A subject-based level 3 qualification usually taken over two years from age 16, graded A* to E, and the main route to university in England, Wales and Northern Ireland.
T Level (Technical level) England
A two-year technical qualification for 16 to 19 year olds in England, equal in size to three A levels, including a substantial industry placement of at least 315 hours.

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