Can i get into UCL or should i stop dreaming big?

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Hey, I will keep this post basic and not go into amazing depth about whether you should or shouldn't apply. From reading your post, you are well prepared, you have a lot of relevant extra curriculars and seem keen for the subject. My advice? Go for it. You have 5 options on the UCAS application so use UCL as your ambitious choice. One point I will make from experience though is to visit. I applied or Law this year and was originally hell bent on studying at one of the London colleges and with being predicted A*A*A had no reason not to, however after visiting both KCL and UCL I didn't even apply to a London based university, simply because I just didn't like them, so make sure you check UCL out first! I'm sure already have but it would be a nightmare if you got there and hated it!!

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すごいです

Original post by ZaraaAli

hey, My GCSE grades are BBCDEEEE

My predicted A level grades would be, A*AAA ( Math, Economics, Psychology, Accounting)
I'm pretty sure that i will achieve these grades as i have been studying all day and night. I'm giving my AS and A2 together this may.

I want to study any course at UCL that is somehow related to Economics. like the most least competitive one as well cause i dont dream for the competitive ones to be honest.

I am preparing so hard for them that you've no idea. I am 100% sure that i will get my predicted grades. This is because i have completed my AS thoroughly and have started preparing for my A2. Hopefully, this August i will be over with my entire Alevel preparation and will start revision. My point is i will get A's. hopefully.

Can i get into any of UCL's most noncompetitive management or Economics course with my these GCSE grades and high predeicted A level grades? Because if I can, I'd be happy and may be motivated but if i cannot i need to know it now before i get into real depression!
Additionally, I have a non-profit organization for children, two year teaching experience at one of the schools in my country which is ranked 7. I taught Economics there. Then internship at several non profit organizations such as SOS, SPO, WWF.
I also assisted a clinical psychologist at one of the hospitals.
And an internship at Reckitt Benckiser and a textile Mill in my country.
Therefore, this all will make a good personal statement of mine!
thanks

Best way to find out is to contact UCL. But my advise is to never give up. If you really really want UCL like you say you do then you will end up there :smile:

. Good luck.

Reply 22

parentlurker

I'm slightly confused here - first are you a mature student as the grade requirements tend to be different. Secondly are you likely to have to pay international fees as again the competition is likely to be different.

As a general principle it would help to have some proof that your predicted grades are achievable and it sounds like you're doing AS and A2 together. If you are set on UCL you could apply with known grades and have a gap year.

Reply 23

beccac3

You should never stop dreaming big. If you stop dreaming big then you will turn into one of those people who never really live because they are afraid to step outside of their comfort zone. Be prepared to work hard and have a couple of back-up plans and you should be alright. If it doesn't work out then either try again or readjust where you are aiming for and it should be for the best.

Best of luck x

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TazLi

Hi, I was wondering I really want to do economics at ucl like it's been a dream. I have got around 5A* and 5As and Gcse and I'm predicted A*AA maths economics and physics. I know in my interview that I will put my passion through into it so I can get the best possible. Ucl is as I've said a dream and I would really like to know if 5A* for IGCSE is too low

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CJaymyers98

Are IGCSE's as respected as GCSE's?

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TazLi

Original post by CJaymyers98

Are IGCSE's as respected as GCSE's?

IGCSES are more respected as they are quite a bit harder

Reply 27

CJaymyers98

Original post by TazLi

IGCSES are more respected as they are quite a bit harder

Really, so if i get say. Three A*s at IGCSE, it would look good for an application to a russel group uni?

I'm sitting IGCSE Maths, Physics and Chemistry and i believe i'll get A*s in them.

Reply 28

TazLi

Original post by CJaymyers98

Really, so if i get say. Three A*s at IGCSE, it would look good for an application to a russel group uni?

I'm sitting IGCSE Maths, Physics and Chemistry and i believe i'll get A*s in them.

Yeah it will as it's obviously the best possible grade. But you need to show more than your academical qualities to them ... For your interview CV etc

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username638250

Original post by TazLi

IGCSES are more respected as they are quite a bit harder

They aren't and IGCSEs aren't actually that much harder; Maths is by a bit.

Original post by CJaymyers98

Really, so if i get say. Three A*s at IGCSE, it would look good for an application to a russel group uni?

I'm sitting IGCSE Maths, Physics and Chemistry and i believe i'll get A*s in them.

Depends on the university but that will do for many of the RGs.

Original post by TazLi

No, they're not too low.

Reply 30

sushi399

got 4A*s 6As and 1B yet I go to a selective grammar school.Will UCL accept me for an economics degree?

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Pectorac

Original post by sushi399

got 4A*s 6As and 1B yet I go to a selective grammar school.Will UCL accept me for an economics degree?

Well what are you doing for A-level?

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nmanvi

Original post by sushi399

got 4A*s 6As and 1B yet I go to a selective grammar school.Will UCL accept me for an economics degree?

mate when applying to unis we talk about chances. We can not say if UCL will accept you or not.
Yes you have a shot just concentrate on your A levels and get good grades

Reply 33

ByronicHero

The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.

:moon:

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sushi399

Original post by Pectorac

Well what are you doing for A-level?

Chemistry,maths+further maths, economics and geography

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Pectorac

Original post by sushi399

Chemistry,maths+further maths, economics and geography

Then yes, there's no reason why you can't.

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sushi399

Original post by Pectorac

Then yes, there's no reason why you can't.

I think my gcses are very low

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Pectorac

Original post by sushi399

I think my gcses are very low

For somewhere like LSE yes, but UCL don't care hardly as much if you have got good grades at AS. Your GCSEs aren't low for anywhere that's not Oxbridge or LSE.

Reply 38

Skill Twix

Should I apply to UCL for Economics?I got an A in Economics,B's in Maths,Physics and ICT at AS levels.I am looking to retake maths.I was predicted straight A's.

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Pectorac

Original post by Skill Twix

Should I apply to UCL for Economics?I got an A in Economics,B's in Maths,Physics and ICT at AS levels.I am looking to retake maths.I was predicted straight A's.