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-_-b...already rejected?

I'm so depressed-_- :frown:
THere's been no information at all since received an offer from Birmingham for Economics in October...
early in the morning I went to check my email and UCAS track and saw that there's a big fat 'Unsuccessful' standing beside LSE.
I applied to Maths + Econ.
has anybody got an offer yet?what do they require other than all A at AS in DoubleMaths, Econ,and Physics adn prediction AAAA with a school prefect and a Maths prefect having done DofE,YE,and having written a PS which most teachers have seen it thinks it's pretty good alreay? :frown: :frown:
ok,I admit that it's cuz I'm not good enough.... :frown:
Mmmmmm,but still wondering has anyone got an offer from them yet?

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Reply 1
ditto- rejected from the LSE. 10 A*, 5x As in pretty much the same subject as you. I think LSE's really tough this year, too many people applying for economics now.
its ok dont worry
Unlucky about LSE, good luck on the rest.

It takes much more than grades - you really do need a very good PS for LSE. Too many people have excellent grades and they aren't that useful as a discriminator.

The PS, once you read through dozens and dozens of them really is incredibly useful.
Reply 4
Pearly
ditto- rejected from the LSE. 10 A*, 5x As in pretty much the same subject as you. I think LSE's really tough this year, too many people applying for economics now.


I don't think Economics at LSE is more competitive than other courses in terms of number of applicants. Yes, there are many more applicants, but there are many more places. Have a quick look at these stats:

L101 Econs:
Applications 2004: 2093
First year students 2004: 188

L1V3 Econs with Econ History:
Applications 2004: 79
First year students 2004: 6

L140 Econometrics
Applications 2004: 190
First year students 2004: 19

V300/ EcHis
Applications 2004: 82
First year students 2004: 18

VL31/ Econs and Econ History
Applications 2004: 196
First year students 2004: 21

V3L1/ Econ History with Econs
Applications 2004: 41
First year students 2004: 3

NN34/ AccFin
Applications 2004: 2119
First year students 2004: 139

But in terms of quality of applicants, L101 is, I guess, more competitive than others. Yet catinmoonlight's grades do look impressive to me (compared to my grades, hix) :frown: . Bad luck then! My rejection hasn't come yet. My nerve's till on edge. One of my subjects is even on the Mickey Mouse list :frown:

@ catinmoonlight: Just out of interest, how did u make ur PS stand out? I guess your reference must be great, u're also an int'l student (which appears to be an advantage :wink: ), so I guess it must have sth to do with ur PS. Hah, just wanna ask in case I gotta reapply next year :redface:

Cheers!
Reply 5
Abagnale
I don't think Economics at LSE is more competitive than other courses in terms of number of applicants. Yes, there are many more applicants, but there are many more places. Have a quick look at these stats:

L101 Econs:
Applications 2004: 2093
First year students 2004: 188

L1V3 Econs with Econ History:
Applications 2004: 79
First year students 2004: 6

L140 Econometrics
Applications 2004: 190
First year students 2004: 19

V300/ EcHis
Applications 2004: 82
First year students 2004: 18

VL31/ Econs and Econ History
Applications 2004: 196
First year students 2004: 21

V3L1/ Econ History with Econs
Applications 2004: 41
First year students 2004: 3

NN34/ AccFin
Applications 2004: 2119
First year students 2004: 139

But in terms of quality of applicants, L101 is, I guess, more competitive than others. Yet catinmoonlight's grades do look impressive to me (compared to my grades, hix) :frown: . Bad luck then! My rejection hasn't come yet. My nerve's till on edge. One of my subjects is even on the Mickey Mouse list :frown:

@ catinmoonlight: Just out of interest, how did u make ur PS stand out? I guess your reference must be great, u're also an int'l student (which appears to be an advantage :wink: ), so I guess it must have sth to do with ur PS. Hah, just wanna ask in case I gotta reapply next year :redface:

Cheers!

hehehe,PS?u can read through it if u want to,I'm not sure if it helps to kill time :smile:
Mmmm.due to the suggestions by many friends,I decided to delete the detail about my PS.:P
Reply 6
oh by the way i applied to Maths+Econ rather than straight Econ,since I've devoted almost half of my PS to Maths....
Reply 7
I suggest you remove your PS from the post above. It's not wise to post it on a public forum.

Anyhow, sorry to hear about your situation. Better luck for your other university applications. :smile:
Reply 8
sanjiv
I suggest you remove your PS from the post above. It's not wise to post it on a public forum.


Yes please do that.
catinmoonlight

Economics as a discipline has played and will play a very important role in my life.


Ok. Stating the obvious isn't going to impress but no harm done.

A year’s study of Economics


A year studying Economics

has made me realize that this is what I want to do during my three years of university life and carry on as a career. The reason is that Economics gives me a strong sense of involvement in the world. Having a handle on the current affairs going on and being able to use the knowledge I learned at school to explain them, gives me a sense of accomplishment and excitement.


Ok.

My interest in Economics is supported by extra readings of magazines, books and economics websites. The first economics book that changed my view of the world was called ‘Globalization and Its Discontents’, and it really evoked my interest in development economics. China’s entrance to the WTO in 2001 was reported by the media as good news, because Chinese consumers could enjoy a variety of imported goods at lower prices. However, is this the only thing that Chinese should take into account? Is it wholly beneficial for the developing countries to join the WTO? Joseph Stiglitz in his book taught me to look at things from different perspectives. He said ‘most industrial countries had built up their economies by protecting some industries until they were strong enough to compete with foreign companies.’ With the recent example of China’s textile quota, we have had both manufacturers unable to sell and keen consumers unable to buy. Surely this is not the most effective policy for an economy?


Who are you referring to at the end? Overall, quite good. Though expression is a bit clumsy.

The open market has its problems too, with monopolies in an industry free to develop and others unable to compete or even get into the market. Studying Economics will allow me to understand the balance between the two extremes find the answers to the problem.


Grammar error in the last line.

My interest in Economics develops as I extend my knowledge. The books I’ve read have stimulated me to further research the issues that I don’t understand, and that has led to even more questions. I’m a self-motivated student and able to study independently, but I respond to guidance offered by my tutors too. I really value discussions about economics issues with teachers or academics.


Last statement requires justification. Otherwise, ok.

My strong passion in Economics has made me achieve good exam grades. Despite this success, I’m always looking to improve my academic performance. Mathematics and science are particular strong points. Being a Maths prefect in my school I have achieved a gold award in UK Senior Mathematics Challenge and grade 1 in STEP1 paper. I’m currently preparing to take STEP2 this June. I’ve also chosen to do a 1st year Maths course at Sussex University during my free time this year.


Good.

I am very enthusiastic about Maths; Statistics being my favourite part of this subject. I believe that my strong interest and ability in Mathematics would help me to learn about Economics.


A few too many sentences in a row starting 'I'. Would have been good for you to make the link between Mathematics and Economics rather than treat them individually.

I’m a sociable person and I like taking part in a variety of activities. Young Enterprise was one of my favorite.


Grammar error.

This experience taught me the importance of teamwork and effective communication. Participating in Speech and Drama, community services, tennis lessons and Duke of Edinburgh also added colour to my life at school. I really enjoyed the debating club as well, for it helped me to gain more knowledge while relaxing and socializing.


American spelling being slipped in but ok.

Examples are helpful to support statements.

I worked for the Overseas Personal Development Services Company in London during my holidays and helped to work out the expenditure sheets for a financial year. Although my contribution was small, nonetheless, I extended my knowledge about Economics in everyday life.


For example? Was it really something new you had never realised?

My employer described me as ‘organized, responsible and flexible’, and I believe it was such qualities that led to me being elected as a School Prefect and a Peer Listener.


Ok.

All these achievements and honours are not the most important things. What is most important is my deep interest and enthusiasm for Economics. I look forward to studying at university and facing the challenges it puts in front of me.


Ok-ish.


Overall: pretty decent content. The grammatical things aren't too much of a problem but can count against you in a crunch. Examples to support statements would be helpful. Extra-curriculars are ok but not outstanding.
Reply 10
Although I did find ur PS quite interesting to read, it doesn't appear to be appropriate to make ur PS public like this (just for ur own benefit) :smile: . Hmm, I'm not a PS expert (surely), don't think my PS is any better than urs. But u do look brilliant, in terms of achivements (woo, or perhaps LSE found it hard to believe that a regular being could manage to achieve all these :wink: ). Oh well, bad luck then! :frown: But Cambridge may be a proper compensation. Good luck! :biggrin:
Reply 11
you are a really kind person... most people don't even want to show you their PS in private...
Traum
you are a really kind person... most people don't even want to show you their PS in private...

hehehe I'm sorry that I have to delete it cuz many ppl suggested so,but normally I woudn' t think it's too much of a problem to show my PS to my friends. :smile:

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Abagnale
Although I did find ur PS quite interesting to read, it doesn't appear to be appropriate to make ur PS public like this (just for ur own benefit) :smile: . Hmm, I'm not a PS expert (surely), don't think my PS is any better than urs. But u do look brilliant, in terms of achivements (woo, or perhaps LSE found it hard to believe that a regular being could manage to achieve all these :wink: ). Oh well, bad luck then! :frown: But Cambridge may be a proper compensation. Good luck! :biggrin:

thx^_^it's very nice of u
Reply 13
lol
Catinmoonlight i recieved a rejection this morning aswell (21st november)
:'(
Gutted but it was expected
lol
dont worry
CAMBRIDGE IS MUCH BETTER
FOCUS ON THAT
lol
:'(
:'(
love u
(the first feeling I had when I saw the 'unsuccessful' was'nobody loves me anymore...no uni wants me anymore-_-b...'I know it's silly but I really did think so at the moment,hehe)
....but why would u say 'expected'?
anyway CAMBRIDGE IS MUCH BETTER
FOCUS ON THAT!^_^
Reply 15
izsushant
lol
Catinmoonlight i recieved a rejection this morning aswell (21st november)
:'(
Gutted but it was expected
lol
dont worry
CAMBRIDGE IS MUCH BETTER
FOCUS ON THAT
lol


what are your grades like?
Reply 16
ba_ba1
what are your grades like?

He's predicted AAAA A/B which is pretty darn good, but he's been rejected by LSE and UCL already. That's quite worrying.

Let's see what Cambridge has to say though.
Reply 17
There is a high element of subjectivity and luck in the selection process of LSE and indeed all UK Univerities. I know of so many cases where strong candidates were rejected for Unis and courses they should have waltzed into and vice versa. Indeed two of my friends were offered places at Oxford last year and no one, including them, could believe it! I also have friends at LSE who speak of guys who have no right to be there. I don't know why UMS scores aren't taken into account in order to reduce the subjectivity.
Reply 18
It might be because international students who sit for the 'A' levels aren't given their actual scores; only their grades?
TWIIII
I don't know why UMS scores aren't taken into account in order to reduce the subjectivity.


To reflect that individual scores are not that important?

I'd agree that it is better to encourage people to hit a top band and then spend the rest of your time doing other things, rather than chasing the last 10% of marks available on a paper.

And if you ever manage to read through a selection only a sample of about 50 Personal Statements directed at a single course, you'll see that it is less subjective than you think...


Oh, very firmly agree with those at LSE who are confused as to how some people got on their course... but it happens everywhere and just because it is confusing or surprising, doesn't make it bad. People do change on the way into and at unii :wink: It's not a bad thing or something to get judgemental over.

It is often those people who aren't gunning outright for academics keep things different, lively and interesting in a uni.