This chapter compares and contrasts the Gaokao (China's college entrance exam) and A-Levels (UK university entrance exams). It highlights the high-stakes nature of Gaokao and the more flexible, multi-faceted approach of A-Levels, including university applications and interviews.
Gaokao is a high-stakes, single-exam system.
A-Levels involve multiple assessments, university applications, and interviews.
UK universities offer conditional and unconditional offers based on A-Level results.