I have to agree that 2 A-Levels or a 2:2 provides more options to the potential applicants for such schemes. So if you f
k up your A-Levels, you can still go on to Uni and make success of your self. And from my Uni days, I've seen folk come in with 4 A grade A-Levels and leave with 2:2's, thirds and even drop out.
But, a degree and A-Levels are not designed to be equal. A university honours degree is the progression on from further education to higher education, and thus the complexity of study is designed to increase.
Even though for example CTC are asking for
"2 A-Levels at Grade C or above or a Honours 2.2", I wouldn't expect CTC to hold a 'further' qualification in equal stature with a 'higher' qualification.
But, I know education is an opinionated subject, and people’s views differ hugely.
This is just my opinion.
eP