Orientation to AS level students from A2.

AS level students were given a orientation by the A2. where they were given a brief introduction about A levels along with motivation and suggestions.
The orientation featured special talk by A levels pass outs of Xavier International College Bhargav Poudel and Jamuna Gautam.


The orientation was headed by a slide presentation on A levels and it's properties by Subista Dhwoju




What are AS and A Levels GCE?
Cambridge International AS and A level qualifications are taken by over 200000 students in more than 160 countries. They are typically for student aged 16 to 19 years old who need advanced study to prepare for higher education. The subject content of the A Level syllabus has been subdivided into two parts: the AS syllabus content, which is expected to be covered in the first half of the course, and the second part of the syllabus, commonly referred to as A2, taken at the end of second year of study.
However, there are certain subjects that are only available at AS level and can be taken as free-standing qualification.

Why should I take AS and A Levels?
A Level results an open doors for students, for example, to purpose undergraduate studies at some of the best higher educational institutions in the world, including Cambridge, Harvard, MIT and London School of Economics to name but a few. Thousands of learners use Cambridge international AS and A levels every year to gain place at leading universities worldwide, including the UK, US, Australia, Canada and New Zealand. All UK Universities and over 450 US Universities accept Cambridge international A Level Qualifications. Learners can easily find out which universities worldwide accept Cambridge qualifications by searching our online database at +www. cie. org. uk/ recognition. Employers worldwide also recognize Cambridge International AS and A Levels results can give students access to wide range of professional and vocational courses that can help build their skills for an exciting career. A Level qualification are also accepted by many national and private universities in Nepal.

What is the evaluation system of A Level education?
A Level are evaluated by written examinations using a variety of question types including essays, multiple choice etc. and in some subjects, oral or practical examinations for example, science practical exams in physics and chemistry.

Percentage uniform marks
Percentage uniform marks correspond to the grades available (A*, A, B, C etc.) and give students additional information about their performance. Percentage uniform mark range for each grade:

Grade % uniform mark range
     A*       90 - 100
     A       80 - 89+
     B       70 - 79
     C       60 - 69
     D       50 - 59
     E       40 - 49
     A*       90 - 100

 The percentage uniform mark shows students whether they are in the middle of a grade, or near either the top or the bottom.
 It does not affect the grade they receive, but gives them more information about it.
 It will appear on statement of result but not on certificate.

Why to choose A-levels over HSEB?
 More flexibility
 Freedom in subject choices
 Flexibility in board exams
 Updated Syllables

Some FAQs:
When Can I take A Levels?
-You can take an A Level if you have completed your secondary education. Three subjects at A Levels and one
General paper (English) at AS Level is equivalent to the intermediate level in Nepal.
When does the exam take place?
-The GCE examinations are held twice a year. One in is held in May/June and another in October/November.

When does the registration take place?
Registration for May/June takes place in January/February and for October/November takes place in July/August.
When do I get my result?
The results are sent in about 6-7 weeks after the exams in the form of Statement of Results. The certificates for successful candidates are normally sent in about 6 weeks from the issue of results.

Benefits for Learners
The wide variety of subjects available at Cambridge International AS and A Level – 55 in total – means learners can choose a study route that suits their interests and aspirations. The develops deep understanding of the subject as well as independent learning and constructive thinking skills-abilities that universities value highly. This program is flexible and provides the freedom to broaden learning. Cambridge International A Level is typically a two-year course, and Cambridge International AS level is typically one year. Some subjects can be started as a Cambridge International AS Level and extended to a Cambridge International A Level. Studying Cambridge international AS Levels alongside Cambridge International A Level means learners can build knowledge and understanding across a wider subject range. Many schools use Cambridge International AS level assessments to give students feedback on their performance before they complete their full A Level.

Compiled By: Subista Dhwoju
A2 Science
Physical Group

Carrying on the flow, secondly we had a suggestion talk by Rewan Rai
                      A Levels is an international course which is directly affiliated with Cambridge. So, obliviously the teaching methods are different than the teaching methods you have been accustomed to till Grade 10. So in order to fit in with the A-level ways you need to change yourself. And there-in lies the main problem. How are you gonna change yourself, if you do not know who you are?! 

                   So you need to ask yourself, “Who am I?” “What do I want to become?” “What am I doing to achieve that goal?” and “What am I willing to sacrifice for it?” And when you have the answer with you, you will find yourself. You will know your strengths and weaknesses. And with that, you will have the ability to change yourself. Hold on to your strengths and work on your weaknesses. 

                     No matter how many tutors you might have, no matter how many self-help books you might read, you will never actually achieve anything until you work to change yourself. You will have to let go of your old studying methods and adopt new ones. No more cramming and memorizing stuff. In A Levels, it’s all about research. Read many books, surf the internet, dig deep into the core of different stuff. And when you have all the information about things, you need to extract, purify and refine it. And then, you need to write down the answers in such a precise way that you should mention everything the question is asking, but also not write anything unnecessary. This is how you will succeed in A Levels. 

                      Even though you are reading this and I have taught you what to do, you might still not succeed. And if that’s the case, it’s all your fault. If you still fail after all the resources you have, after all the stuff your teachers teach you in class, after all the help you get from seniors and your own classmates, it’s because you failed to light the spark of change in yourself. And in that situation, there is no one else you can blame. There is nothing you can complain about. Like, Theodore Roosevelt once said, “Complaining about a problem without proposing a solution is called whining.” So, it’s up to you: do you want to become a successful student and a successful man who is looked up to by everyone, or do you want to become a whining little loser who is good for nothing? I am pretty sure you want to be successful. So, you need to first find yourself, know who you are, know your strengths and weaknesses and then change yourself for the better. And that is how you will succeed. 

                                                                                                                       

Thirdly we had a speech by our guest speaker Jamuna Gautam in regards to ECA and A-levels.

Well, I had this opportunity to present my recent involvements, ideologies, and my future happenings to my juniors in a short interactive session that was conducted in the college. I majorly focused on talking about the emerging platforms thinking that it could come out of a great use to the young enthusiasts who got recently admitted for their high school studies. There are platforms like SMART CLUB and DEBATE NETWORK NEPAL, which have been a part of a huge transformation of lives developing the art of speaking and debating that is as important as anything today. I also talked about how students come under families and society’s pressure for studies and how they should not take it destructively instead create a balance between their study routines and other interests they possess. Today, extra involvements equally matter as the academic ones so one shouldn’t limit oneself to the study courses instead put their efforts in a part of self-exploration and assessment. I also suggested that their high school studies shouldn’t just be about studying but also learning  

Next, was a logic expression put forward by Sachin Dangi (meronamsachinho) which aimed to make students think in an unorthodox pattern.   -

From my early childhood, I have grown up in a society where our day starts with ringing bells and worshiping gods. Majority of works we do here is dominated by religion. People here change their entire route simply if a black cat crosses the road in front of them. We get a negative vibe on seeing an empty vessel ahead of us . There are tons of such examples. Our ancestors who developed an entire civilization, developed so many things, were they foolish enough to believe in such superstition without any cause? 

Here, I would like to put forward some cohesion point that relate both science and religion. 

1. This is a personal experience: A year ago, I visited my village. It is 4 hours drive from the nearest town. It is a remote place which was blessed with electricity just in 2015. There lies an old Peepal tree . As per my grandmother, that tree dates back to time of my great grandmother. It is still strong and stands there like a proud old man. It was dusk and I, along with some friends, were playing with its tusk. Then as the sun went down, villagers kept telling us to go back home . We did so and when I returned home, I asked my grandmother why actually we weren’t allowed to play in Peepal tree at night. She told me it would be occupied by ghost during night and some villagers who spent night in tree actually died. I was really astonished. Then came the morning and then a huge number of girls went to the tree to pour water . It was an irony! A tree which is said to be unfit for sleeping under at night is fit for being worshiped in the morning. 

to read it complete follow the link : http://ascnepal.org/science-religion-not-science-vs-religion/

Then we had a motivational speech given by Sanav Adhikari 



Motivation can not be given to a person . It must come from within himself. Motivation given by others is just an inspiration . What  comes as a vibe from hour heart is the true motivation.
I will tell you two stories today .
Story 1
Once upon a time there lived a group of eagle . Among them there as a small eagle . Everyone over ruled him due to his physical structure. He was not build up properly with skinny body and thin feathers. One day all the eagle decided to have a flight and choose the best among them. Everyone started to line up and there also came the skinny eagle. Just before they started to take a flight . Huge rain poured down from up heaven. All eagles rushed to their shelter . Then after 1 hour the skinny eagle came back to the group.
He roared “ i won the race “
Others in anger scolded him “ it was such a heavy rain. Even we could not fly in that rain. How could you possibly even fly ? “
Then replied which followed silenced them all
Skinny eagle “ i flew over the clouds where even the rain could not reach “
 People conditions can be worst at any time . It is you who must find a way to go through it.

Story 2.
There is only one thing i want in life. “ Success “ . I want success in whatever thing i do.
one day i was out with my mentor on a beach. There i asked her how to be successful . She asked me to go into water . So i went. She asked me to go more deeper . So i did .
more deep , i went till the water level was till my mouth. Then i was frustated so i came out of water myself. Then she replied
“ want success as much as you wanted to be breath when you were in there “
Think success as a part of your soul then only it will follow you.

Likewise, we had an feeling and experience sharing about AS-level by Shruti Gupta.










A warm welcome to all the new-comers, the new stepping stones of path of A levels where you will experience the pleasant environment of education with group of excellent teachers and staffs, adequate and alluring infrastructures and a company of friends and competitors with brilliant brains. 
Now,lets talk about some practical things that needs to be applied in A levels as it is one of the most interesting, practice-based and exercising course for youths like us. In the journey of the past one year of my A levels, I got to know lots of things from my seniors ,teachers and other staffs. And I would like to share all those tips and ideas that I have learnt, which are still of a great importance, not only for A levels, those fold paths has been a lesson for my entire life. 

Firstly, A levels students should have their own unique identity in the mass. They should move on with the same zeal and enthusiasm to learn, explore and gain every single day. "You should make yourself different in a different way, with a explicit goal ahead ! " The symbol of being an A levels student is to be updated and active. The international course you are being gifted with, is updated every year with new ideas and information. Apart from +2, you are not compelled to mog up the same stories, ideas and notes that was present 10 years ago ! You have bundles of opportunities in A levels. Just have a glance to it's workd, you are allowed to choose any combination of subjects you want, you can enjoy the toil of social works, organize as well as participate in so much of creative programmes. Congratulations ! You have stepped to great platform ! 

 Through out this journey, you need to explore your talent and be eminent to exhibit to the people. Show who you are ? What can you do ? Why are you different ? Never take a back step when an opportunity knocks your door, where you can boost up your talent, intelligence and creativeness. It's not the traditional, tedious platform where you are compelled to mog up notes and copy the same in exams and there you are with good marks. Here, you need to have deep research on every minor stuff you learn, need to make your own effective notes and dig up your creativity during exams where the key of copy + paste won't work. 

 So get ready guys ! Boost up ! Get creative ! Get enthusiastic ! Get active! Explore who you are and why are you different ! Focus on your grades along with your talent in extra activities. Good luck .

Finally we had another guest speaker Bhargav Poudel who shared his secret of scoring high grades in A levels.

- When you are doing A-levels even the smallest thing matters the most. To find what these small things are you need to set up a word called " PRECISION " in your mind. Try to find precision in every thing you read, write and you understand. Never go hitting around the bush. Give precise answers and you will be awarded with precise marks. Apart from that always remember hard labor is the best to success where as procrastination is the best limiting agent to stop your success.