My teachers aren't predicting me an A for A2

Hiya,

I am currently on BBB and I would like to study history and politics, hopefully as Exeter university which requires AAA-AAB including an A in history.
I am being predicted As in English and politics, but a B in history.
This is despite the fact there is 1 UMS mark between my history and politics results and I was achieving A grades in history throughout the year. Even though my teachers are acknowledging that it was exam pressure on the day and I am 'fully capable' and 'probably will' get an A grade at A2, they are refusing to predict me it. Instead, they are predicting me a B because they do not want to be penalised or put their reputations on the line in case I do not achieve an A grade.
I also told them because coursework is included this year and the exam is coursework style, I am likely to do well because I will not crumble under the exam pressure. I received full marks in my English coursework at AS.

Is there anything I can do? I am terrified that the likes of Exeter and Southampton will reject me because I am predicted a B in history- the only university which will probably consider me is Essex, which is my 5th choice.

Reply 1

cuddledumpling

Get your parents or the head teachers involved. I've been here before and it ended up ruining my application because i didn't want to make a "fuss" and annoy my teachers. I achieved a B at AS and my history teacher predicted me a C overall while telling me I could get an A. I pleaded and cried meanwhile all my other friends got predicted A's even though they achieved a B. I was to afraid of antagonising them which is so stupid and didn't raise it with my head. Go to the head of sixth form/college and tell them you need this for your application. If they don't do anything get your parents/carers involved. Best of luck I'm sure you'll get an offer from Exeter!