Ideal A Levels for an Economics degree?

Hi, I'm currently taking History,Physics and Maths at A2.

When I apply, will my subject choices be taken into account? Ie. Physics and Maths are harder than Geography and Sociology?

Basically if I miss out on the (hypothetical) offer as I'm doing 'harder' subjects will that reflect favourably?

Thanks

Reply 1

g12345

OP

And are there 'ideal' a levels for economics?

Reply 2

Kre

18

You'll be just fine with your subjects applying for an Economics degree. It's hard to say whether you'll still be offered a place if you miss your offer. Admissions will look at a variety of things, such as your personal statement, how you compare with others in the same position as you, and of course your subjects.

Reply 3

countrybumpkin

Original post by g12345

Hi, I'm currently taking History,Physics and Maths at A2.

When I apply, will my subject choices be taken into account? Ie. Physics and Maths are harder than Geography and Sociology?

Basically if I miss out on the (hypothetical) offer as I'm doing 'harder' subjects will that reflect favourably?

Thanks

Your subject choices are very strong for appying to do economics.

I guess ideal subjects would be any combination from the traditional subjects (sciences, maths, history, eng lit, languages) and ideally a mixture of science/maths and artsy/humanities subjects...which you have!

Reply 4

JakeE10

13

I'd say your A Level choices are fine. You have a respected essay-based subject in there (history), and Maths which is great as Economics at degree level is relatively Mathematical so i've heard. Physics again is a highly respected and traditional subject. I think what they look for most is that you have a well rounded set of a levels, which includes both humanities and sciences. Just make sure you have a strong personal statement which highlights your keen interest in the subject.

Reply 5

kingkongjaffa

17

Well Maths further maths and economics

Reply 6

g12345

OP

Original post by countrybumpkin

Your subject choices are very strong for appying to do economics.

I guess ideal subjects would be any combination from the traditional subjects (sciences, maths, history, eng lit, languages) and ideally a mixture of science/maths and artsy/humanities subjects...which you have!