Would it be wise to take another A level, then reap/transfer to more comp university?

In a matter of sorts I was pressured to drop A-level maths following some catastrophic 2nd to last year results. I didn’t take the resit amidst a breakdown following a summer of bashing all the content (Y1).

I was advised to drop it - and so I did, and replaced it with one of my languages and AS maths module. Having received atm 3/5 uni offers which I’m pleased with, I can’t help but think that I should’ve been tougher.

Now, whilst also taking AS maths, I’ve discovered that the environment plays a huge part. I’ve gone though the whole course (Y1), purchased the Y2 textbook and can’t help but think that I am in fact capable.

Would there be a point (is it even possible?) in taking a full maths A level + maybe further maths - to then try give another shot at re-applying/ transferring to my dream uni + courses, (St. Andrews econ / LSE econ)

otherwise, I met the grade requirements for St Andrews (A*A*A+A(AS)), but my best guess is that students with maths were selected as better candidates.

Also taking a gap year is also not an option as 1) even explaining the idea of a gap year to my Russian parents made them chuckle 2) Difficulty with applying for visas + conscription (I have to go to some university)


(Side note: I am still somewhat a clueless teen, so any relevant factors/ personal experiences are all very appreciated, I do understand there may be fundamental misunderstanding in some re-application processes)

Thank you.

In a matter of sorts I was pressured to drop A-level maths following some catastrophic 2nd to last year results. I didn’t take the resit amidst a breakdown following a summer of bashing all the content (Y1).

I was advised to drop it - and so I did, and replaced it with one of my languages and AS maths module. Having received atm 3/5 uni offers which I’m pleased with, I can’t help but think that I should’ve been tougher.

Now, whilst also taking AS maths, I’ve discovered that the environment plays a huge part. I’ve gone though the whole course (Y1), purchased the Y2 textbook and can’t help but think that I am in fact capable.

Would there be a point (is it even possible?) in taking a full maths A level + maybe further maths - to then try give another shot at re-applying/ transferring to my dream uni + courses, (St. Andrews econ / LSE econ)

otherwise, I met the grade requirements for St Andrews (A*A*A+A(AS)), but my best guess is that students with maths were selected as better candidates.

Also taking a gap year is also not an option as 1) even explaining the idea of a gap year to my Russian parents made them chuckle 2) Difficulty with applying for visas + conscription (I have to go to some university)


(Side note: I am still somewhat a clueless teen, so any relevant factors/ personal experiences are all very appreciated, I do understand there may be fundamental misunderstanding in some re-application processes)

Thank you.