Hi.
I currently have a deferred place at a top 10 UK university to study Accounting and Finance and I will be 21 (mature student) when my course commences.
I originally studied Maths, Biology and Chemistry at A-level for almost the full two years however, I went off sick due to my mental health. I have since completed an access course in science which was how I gained my university place.
As for my career aspirations - I do not know. However, what I do know is that I would like to work with numbers in a highly quantitative field. I’m not 100% happy with my choice of accounting, though I am limited to what I can study due to my lack of a formal level 3 qualification in maths. Unfortunately, there seems to be no alternative to an A-level for maths. I think Economics would be more interesting but due to the above it would not be feasible. I also think Economics would open more doors than a degree in Accounting and Finance.
Any advise regarding course choice or suggestions with respect to obtaining a level 3 qualification in Maths by end of this academic year would be highly appreciated. Also, would there be any benefit to studying Finance oppose to Accounting and Finance? Thank you.