Hi, I'm a year 12 student currently studying Maths, Further Maths, Physics and Product Design (the OCR one that's actually worth something) for AS plus the EPQ. I have a few questions about applying to uni, specifically Cambridge, which I think I have at least a chance of getting into.
1) Do I have to take Further Maths for A2?
I like Product Design way more, and I know the Cambridge FM way more, but is there some middle ground, such as taking FP2 as a standalone module? (I think my school does S2 and S3 for the other two modules for FM A2 anyway, so I won't be missing much)
2) How much do Cambridge - or indeed any other good uni such as Imperial of Bath - care about the EPQ?
Or should I basically ditch it and focus on my A levels?
3) How much do Cambridge or any others care about extracurricular stuff?
I'm probably going to be Grade 6 Trumpet and near to black belt Karate by the time I apply, and I run philosophy club at my school as well as helping out with D&T club and tutoring Year 11s in Physics, Maths, History and Engineering GCSEs.
4) How theoretical is the course?
I've heard some say Cambridge's Engi course is all equations and no actual design and manufacture, but the uni itself says it's not. Would I be better off going to a place like Bath if I would prefer a more practical course?
5) How much do they care about work experience?
I did 2 weeks in a garage in year 10 and that was pretty ****, but there's a possibility my school could line me up with a summer job with a company that makes satellites.
These are all the ones I can think of right now, thanks in advance for any replies.