Progress to university
Pearson are the largest awarding organisation in the UK with a heritage that stretches back over 150 years. Our qualifications are trusted and taken by students and schools in more than 100 countries worldwide.
Progression and recognition of our qualifications
Pearson Edexcel GCSE, International GCSE, UK A Levels, and International AS/A Levels (IAL) are widely recognised by universities in the UK and worldwide for entry onto undergraduate degree programmes. Whether you’re a student, parent, school, or university, here you will find a range of information and support for your Pearson Edexcel journey.
International GCSEs and International AS/A Levels are part of iProgress our complete pathway for students aged 3 to 19.
Learn more about International GCSEs
We understand that the process of applying to universities can be challenging which is why we've produced these guides which provide key information for international students thinking about applying to universities in selected European countries or the USA.
Pearson Edexcel International AS/A Levels are accepted by universities around the world including: all Russell Group universities in the UK (including Oxford and Cambridge); Group of 8 universities (Go8) in Australia; US universities, including Yale, Columbia, Cornell, Dartmouth College, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and California Institute of Technology (Caltech); top Canadian Higher-Education Institutions, including the University of Toronto and McGill university; universities in Asia, including Hong Kong/China University of Science and Technology and the National University of Singapore.
And there are many more! Take a look at the full list of universities that recognise and accept Pearson Edexcel qualifications.
Give students the edge when applying for university and help them stand out from the crowd! Pearson Edexcel Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) is an optional, standalone Level 3 qualification, taken alongside core International A Level subjects, that develops independent learning and research skills demanded by universities and employers.
It gives students the opportunity to:
- Explore an area that interests them, aligned to an area of the curriculum or a hobby or interest. Research a subject that might not be available through other qualifications, whilst developing valuable independent research and project management skills.
- Become future-ready by developing transferable skills valued by universities and employers.
- Earn additional UCAS points (up to 28 points for an A*, the equivalent of an International AS Level) which makes university applications stand out.
Learn more about the Extended Project Qualification
See the full Extended Project Qualification guidance from UCAS
Download letters of recognition from US credit evaluators, who are available to support Edexcel International A Level students with their application to US universities. US universities also seek guidance from credit evaluators when recognising international qualifications for undergraduate entry.
ECCTIS (formerly UK NARIC) is the designated United Kingdom national agency for the recognition and comparison of international qualifications and skills. It performs this official function on behalf of the UK Government.
The following reports compare Pearson Edexcel qualifications to the UK curriculum in terms of the standard and level of demand.
Get in touch
We work closely with universities around the world to increase understanding and acceptance of Pearson Edexcel qualifications for admission, and to boost your student recruitment.
Contact our Progression and Recognition Manager on progression@pearson.com
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Get in touch
We work closely with universities around the world to increase understanding and acceptance of Pearson Edexcel qualifications for admission, and to boost your student recruitment.
Contact our Progression and Recognition Manager on progression@pearson.com
To keep in touch and speak with your local consultant