Should I take AS Physics?

Hi,
Currently, I am a GCSE student however, I have been asked to choose four subjects that I will be taking in A-Level. I would like to pursue a career in Medicine in the future and therefore already have chosen Biology, Chemistry and Maths. I understand physics is not a vital subject for the medicine course although I don't really have another option. My doubts arose as I have been told Physics is the hardest AS science out there. Many Thanks,

Reply 1

metamorphic

What do you mean you don't have another option? Seeing as you have taken the compulsory subjects required for medicine you can essentially take any 4th subject you want - physics, economics, english, geography, etc.Just choose the one you enjoy the most.

As to physics being the hardest AS subject there is, from what I've heard it is a significant step-up from GCSE but, like any subject, if you put in the hard work you'll end up doing fine, so I wouldn't discount physics on that basis.

Reply 2

Killua.z

Don't do it child. (take something easier! -like sociology or a language)

Reply 3

M0nkey Thunder

Original post by A.Ibrahim01

It really is up to you and you alone. If you enjoy physics the most, then study it at AS. Otherwise, choose a different subject that you're enjoying more. It's more likely you'll do better that way.

Reply 4

A.Ibrahim01

Thank you all for the helpful answers. I don't think I am going to rush in and choose a subject now as I still have 2-4 months before I have to apply. I shall see how I do in Physics and possibly a language.