Progress to university
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Opening doors to the world’s top universities
Pearson sets the standard for International Advanced Levels (IAL) and GCE A level qualifications aligned to the British educational system.
Our Pearson Edexcel qualifications are taken annually by over 100,000 students in over 80 countries and are recognised and accepted by universities all over the world.
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Progress to university
Find information and guidance on progressing to universities all around the world with Pearson Edexcel qualifications.
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University recognition list
See how many global universities accept our qualifications for undergraduate entry.
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Country study guides
Read our free guides to studying in the UK, Canada and Australia and find information and advice on applying to universities abroad.