The "advanced level exam" in the context of Sri Lanka refers to the GCE Advanced Level (A/L) Examination, a national exam for students in their final two years of secondary school (Grades 12 and 13). It's a qualification that's crucial for university admissions and is similar to the British A-level.
Here's a more detailed breakdow
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- The A-level exam is the final certification for senior secondary education and acts as a selection exam for university and other higher educational institutions.
- Students usually take the A-level exam in the final two years of their secondary education, grades 12 and 13.
- The exam is offered in three mediums: Sinhala, Tamil, and English.
- The A-level results are used for university admissions and are considered a basic qualification for various employment levels.
- Individuals who have completed their school education can also sit for the A-level exam as private candidates
It is usually taken by students during the optional final two years of collegiate level (grade 12 and 13 (usual age 18–19) or external (non-school) candidates, after they have completed GCE Ordinary Level exams.
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