Aerospace engineering (foundation year)?

Its going to be tough but go for it, if you are eligible. If you really want to do it, then nothing can stop you except yourself.

I am in my final year of btec applied science level 3 extended diploma. I got a 5 in gcse maths (foundation). Should I apply for aerospace engineering foundation year since I know that the maths in aerospace engineering is hard and many of those who apply for aerospace engineering either do A-Level Maths and maybe further maths.

Thanks. What do you think of a move from btec science to law at university. I have thought of that too

Honestly I think you'll struggle.
Aerospace engineering requires an understanding of linear algebra, multivariable calculus, algebra, trig & some statistics.

The gulf between foundation maths GCSE & uni maths is giant. GCSE higher maths is pretty trivial compared to A-level maths, and first year uni maths will go beyond A-level further maths...

I'm in a similar situation, I got a 7 in GCSE Maths but didn't do A-Level Maths and want to go on to do Civil Engineering. Obviously id have to take a foundation year I just unsure about the step up but I guess that's what the foundation year is for.
I did do A-Level Physics and quite enjoyed it but dropped it after a month, not because I was struggling but me just not thinking and realising the importance of my decisions at the beginning of sixth form.
Thanks for any replies

A 7 puts you in a better spot its competent but not super strong id say. I dont know if thats good enough but civil engineering is less mathematically intensive then aerospace. If you get offers and wish to enrol then I dont see why not.

Just make sure you really work on the maths on the foundation course as without A-level maths you'll be missing a solid chunk of competency in some key areas like calculus as people who enrol on the degree will be expected to understand.

Yeah, thanks for the reply.
I just didnt want to spend 9 grand on a foundation year and realise I weren't capable of completing.
So as long as i work hard enough i should be alright? Thanks again

Well honestly I cant say, but you can check the drop out rate using university comparison sites for the courses you apply to. If they admit you they should have confidence in your ability to complete it to the required standard.

Thanks for your help, do you know what the best unis would be that offer a foundation year for civil engineering

Thanks for your help, do you know what the best unis would be that offer a foundation year for civil engineering

Hi there!
Great to hear that you are interested in civil engineering
My name is Anna and I study Civil eng at Surrey. I'm in my third year (placement year).
Uni of Surrey offers foundation course for civil engineering which maybe of interest to you. I'll post a link to get more info

https://www.surrey.ac.uk/foundation-courses
https://www.surrey.ac.uk/undergraduate/civil-engineering

If you have any questions about how I am finding the course, student life, Surrey uni, accomodation, etc feel free to ask
Will be happy to help!

All the best
Anna Civil Eng