O levels or Matric?
The dilemma of which stream to opt for after 8th grade is real for parents and students alike. We've designed a set of questions above that will help you determine what suits you more with a percentage of your suitability towards a particular stream. If you're still interested in reading about the key differences, you may refer to the table below. What makes Matric different from O levels?
Factor | Matric | O levels |
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Syllabus | More or less constant over a large period of time | Basics are the same but evolves with the need of modern times |
Examination Style | Largely based on retention power and memory and questions are repeated | Focused towards clear basic concepts |
Appearing in Exams | Once a year in April (Seperate Exams for improvement) | Choice of appearing in May/June or Oct/Nov Session |
Medium of instruction & Examination | English or Urdu | English only |
Finances | Generally affordable | Very expensive. The cost of appearing for the exams alone is very high |
Recognition | Local system so not well recognized internationally | Known all over the world so no difficulty in being recognized internationally |
All in all, they both have their pros and cons so one must weigh them carefully before making a final decision.