feel you could handle the workload? Many students who have taken 4 or more A2 levels have found it stressful, and some wish they had only taken 3 when they received their results and realised they had achieved lower grades than expected in 1 or 2 of their subjects. So think about this carefully before taking the plunge -- as well as all the extra work you will have to do compared to just doing 3 A2 levels, consider the impact it will have on your social life and hobbies over the next 12 months. Talk to your teachers and see if they think you'll be able to cope with the demands of the workload. Take a look at your AS grades and your individual module marks -- are you likely to average the required grade after the A2 exams? Will you have to re-sit one or more of your AS papers to achieve the grades you need to get into university? If the answer is yes, you may want to consider dropping the subject(s) where it is less realistic you will gain the required grades. Re-sitting an AS paper will also mean more work on top of your A2 studies - do you feel you could cope with this extra work? Another factor to consider is the helpfulness of your subjects. If you have applied to study English Literature for example, and you are currently taking the following AS levels: English Literature History Geography Art you might find it