A-Level Results Not as Expected? Your Route to a Top UK University Starts Here

We know how disappointing it is to open your A-Level results to discover grades lower than you expected. But this isn’t the end, it’s just another start to your dream university.

First, Change your Perspective: This is Normal!

Each year, there are a lot of high achievers and strong students who find themselves in a similar predicament:

• Could you have had a bad day when you wrote during exams?
• Perhaps one subject was too tough, dragging down your average.
• It may just be that your learning method does not fit with A-Level exams

It is important to remember that this is not an indicator of your actual abilities – it only means that the current model hasn’t found how to best express your capabilities.

 For Parents: How to Help Your Child

• Don’t put blame: You child need your support at a time like this more than ever.
• Consider other approaches: Instead of insisting on retakes, try more efficient routes.
• Be prepared to think beyond the short term: UK Higher Education Institutions regard final degree classifications as more important than entry qualifications.

 For Students: Practical Next Steps

• Receive the outcome without putting yourself down
• Research all choices (Foundation programmes for this situation do exist)
• Think of it as finding a better way out
• But keep in mind: Lots of very successful people have hit academic roadblocks

A-Level or Foundation: Which Pathway is Better for Me?

If you don’t quite have the grades necessary for direct entry to a leading UK university, a UK Foundation Programme might be the more intelligent option.

Why Choose a Foundation Programme Over A-Level Retakes?

Foundation programmes provide a quick, tailored and less stressful option to top UK universities, than A-Level resits.

Why St Andrew’s College Cambridge Foundation Programme?

This is not about ‘settling’, but rather being strategic. St Andrew’s College is a highly reputable School that operates under Cambridge Education Group with more than 40 years of excellence and proven success in getting students into the top UK universities including Russell Group universities.

1. Cambridge Pedigree with Global Recognition

• Part of Cambridge Education Group, trusted by thousands of international students.
• 78% progression rate to UK universities top 20(including King’s College London, Manchester, Edinburgh).
• Option to study in Kuala Lumpur, giving you flexibility.

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2. Business-Focused Curriculum Designed for Success

• 40% practical assessment(reduces exam pressure).
• Practical business maths(no irrelevant math topics).
• Modules in Business, Economics, Psychology, etc.(directly aligned with degree studies).
• Academic English & study skillsintegrated into the programme.

3. Proven Results

Our graduates progress to:

• King’s College London
• University of Manchester
• University of Edinburgh
• University of Bath

And more…

St. Andrew’s College foundation course students have been offered places to study in 26 of the UK’s top 30 Universities.

4. The St Andrew’s Difference: More Than Just Classes

✔ Strategic support for high success rate in the top UK university admissions
✔ Dual certification (UK Foundation + NCC Level 3 Diploma)
✔ Cambridge experience option with UK university visits
✔ Personal UCAS advisor to assist you with university applications.

St Andrew’s College Cambridge, the oldest tutorial college in Cambridge (established in 1976), has been operating its highly successful Foundation Programme since 1996. Created as a direct route to leading UK universities, the 9-month programme offers pathway to Business, Science, Humanities & Arts.

St Andrew’s Foundation students have a 78% track record of progressing to UK Top 20 universities (excluding Oxbridge, LSE and Imperial). Our entire programme is fully accredited by NCFE and equivalent to UK A-Levels (RQF Level 3) and offers a smarter, faster and more focused pathway to a top UK degree.

Real Student Success Stories

Jin Ming (received offer 2025 from University of Oxford):
“Tamara encouraged me to apply to Oxford when I was only considering Imperial. Her support gave me the motivation to aim higher. Her advice on writing a strong personal statement, preparing for interviews, and finding internships was incredibly valuable.

PrepWorks guided me through the entire process — they truly understand what top universities are looking for and the requirements needed to get in. They also connected me with potential employers for internships, which I believe is an experience all top universities value highly today.”

Your 9-Month Pathway to Success

1. September 2026– Begin intensive Foundation studies

2. June 2027– Complete assessments

3. September 2027– Start your degree at a top UK university

All without:

• The stress of A-Level retakes
• Losing a full year
• UCAS uncertainty

Who is This Programme For?

This 9-month Foundation in Business is ideal for students who:

• Need an alternative to A-Levels
• Want to fast-track to university
• Prefer coursework assessmentover exam-only grading
• Seek stronger preparationfor UK degree studies

Final Thoughts: A Smarter Path to Your Degree

Disappointing A-Levels don’t have to derail your university dreams. The St Andrew’s College Foundation Programme offers a strategic alternative, letting you:

✔ Progress faster (start your degree in 9 months vs. retaking A-Levels)
✔ Reduce exam stress (40% coursework assessment)
✔ Focus on degree-relevant skills (no irrelevant subjects)
✔ Gain higher likelihood of conditional offers from the top UK universities

With 78% of students progressing to Top 20 UK universities, this isn’t settling, it’s choosing the most efficient path to your goals.

Ready to turn your results into a success story? Contact us to get started.