Are A Levels simply a passport to University?

Question

I've got A Levels (Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Physics and Psychology) and due to being forced to leave the original University I started after year two, I'm currently completing a BSc in Mathematics with the Open University.
My question is this; "What job can I do whilst I'm waiting to graduate which makes use of my A Levels?".
I've tried all the websites I can think of, and all the jobs either required simply education upto G.C.S.E standard, or degree standard, there seems to be nothing for people who either got their A Levels and left it there, or are in my position.
As the topic states, is the only use of A Levels to get into University?

Answer 1

Yes, that is the intention. An A level course is much more like the kind of study you will do at Uni.

I'm sure you will find, though, that there are jobs which will take you with A levels and a partial degree. Don't be afraid to apply for jobs which ask for the qualification you are currently studying for. Even if an employer asks for a degree, if you can get an interview you can show your commitment and keeness very quickly and it will immensely benefit your degree if you have some practical experience while you are doing it. In fact, you may be lucky and find that an employer would actually be glad of someone who is not yet quite qualified - some employers are generous enough to assist with course fees, perhaps with an understanding that as soon as you have gained your degree you will get a raise to at least the salary they were offering for a fully qualified applicant. You will often find that jobs will ask for a degree AND a year ot two years experience. If you are prepared to accept a slightly lower salary for a year or two until your degree happens (and in return for time off for Summer School), you will have that precious jewel - experience - fairly cheaply.

Answer 2

A levels are simply a gateway qualification to university. Only people who want to go to uni will attempt A levels. They are no use to man nor beast othewise. Any other job does not require this level of education because they are poorly paid at entry level. The intelligence you have displayed for passing exams will allow you to train in house in most job settings, and by the time u are thirty you should be managerial level due to your ability to learn and be proactive.
So, as a student, no matter how old - you dont have a degree so u need to take an ordinary job - tesco, mcdonalds, cleaning, call centre.
Get a grip - the vast majority of people do not go to uni, but maybe go to college for vocational training eg plumber, mechanic, hairdresser etc - they are the ones that make big money now, academia is not a route to cash, but a route for those that love their subject.

Answer 3

Most employers are after monkeys which they can pay peanuts or organ grinders to control the monkeys

You will find that you will be over qualified to be a monkey and too under experienced to be the organ grinder.

I know if I had my time over again I would have not done my degree nor my A-levels and just worked my way up. the experience I would have had under my belt would have put me further up the ladder than anything a piece of paper has given me.

Education after GCSE should only be undertaken if you want learn for a job, the pleasure of learning or in the case of A-levels to access further education.

Don't get disheartened though, you'll be the most intelligent burger flipper in the place!

Answer 4

Nope Fella I know with similar A levels ended up MD of a large International reinsurance Co.
Have you looked to see what you cand do once you have left Uni I doubt that the choice will be much larger. some ppl find that after leaving uni they are over qualified.

Answer 5

yes

Answer 6

yes

Answer 7

yes

Answer 8

yes thats the idea.