AS and A Level Subject Choices at Live & Learn School

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 At Live & Learn School, we believe that senior students should be given the freedom to shape their academic journey according to their interests, abilities, and future ambitions. That is why our AS and A Level subject-choice system is designed to be fully flexible, allowing every learner to build a personalised, meaningful, and university-ready pathway.

Unlike rigid band systems, our AS programme allows students to choose ANY three subjects from the list of AS and A Level subjects offered.

There is no compulsory science, no forced combinations, and no subject restrictions.

Students can pursue a full science route, a full humanities route, a creative route, or a balanced blend that reflects their strengths and goals.

This means students may choose combinations such as:

• Maths + Physics + Chemistry
   
• Maths + Biology + Chemistry
   
• Geography + History + English Literature
   
• Psychology + Biology + Chemistry
   
• Geography + Biology + Business Studies
   
• Psychology + Business + English Language
   
• Art + History + Business
   
• Maths + Psychology + Geography
   

And many more.

Every learner, regardless of their pathway, can design a combination that matches who they are - and who they want to become.

• English Language
   
• English Literature
   
• History
   
• Geography
   

• Psychology
   

• Mathematics
   
• Biology
   
• Chemistry
   
• Physics
   
• Environmental Management
   

• Art & Design
   
• Business
   

Students simply select any three.

Students choose the subjects that truly fit their passions and career goals.

Not every student wants or needs a science; some thrive in humanities, business, or creative fields.

This system prepares students for:

• Medicine & health sciences
   
• Engineering & aviation
   
• Law, politics & social sciences
   
• Business & entrepreneurship
   
• Conservation & environmental studies
   
• Art, architecture & design
   
• Media, psychology, hospitality, research and more
   

Universities in South Africa, the UK, Europe and beyond value:

• Academic breadth
   
• Strength in students’ chosen fields
   
• At least one strong literacy subject
   
• Where applicable, a second language (e.g., French for SA universities)
   

Our system ensures students are well-positioned for these expectations.

Timetabling remains manageable and class sizes stay balanced, without limiting student choice.

Choosing AS and A Level subjects is an exciting step, but also a big one.

Our teachers work closely with every student, considering:

• Academic strengths
   
• IGCSE performance
   
• Future university interests
   
• Personal learning style
   
• Work ethic and motivation
   
• Long-term career aspirations
   

No student is left to decide on their own.

Every choice is informed, supported, and grounded in experience.

Here are a few pathways students often pursue:

• Biology
   
• Chemistry
   
• Psychology OR Maths
   

• Mathematics
   
• Physics
   
• Chemistry OR Geography
   

• Geography
   
• Environmental Management
   
• Biology
   

• Art & Design
   
• Mathematics
   
• Geography OR English Literature
   

• Business Studies
   
• Mathematics
   
• Psychology OR English Language
   

• English Literature
   
• History
   
• Psychology OR Geography
   

These are not requirements, only helpful suggestions.

Our AS and A Level subject-choice system reflects what we believe at Live & Learn School:

Each student deserves the freedom to build a future that inspires them.

With expert guidance, strong academic support, and a flexible structure, our learners enter their senior years confident, motivated, and fully prepared for the world ahead.

If you have any questions or would like support in choosing the right AS and A Level subjects, please contact our academic team - we are here to help every step of the way.