I'm facing a challenging situation and could really use your assistance. I'm currently 22 years old and hold three GCSE qualifications, with a grade 4 in math, and grade 5 in both English language and literature. My aspiration is to pursue a computer science degree at university; however, my current qualifications are inadequate. I have two potential options to address this issue.
Option 1 involves returning to college to obtain two additional GCSE qualifications. Following that, I plan to pursue three A-levels, which will likely take approximately three years to complete. If I choose this path, I anticipate completing my studies and obtaining the necessary qualifications by the age of 25. My goal is to apply to Brunel University for their computer science program.
Option 2 is an alternative route known as Access to Higher Education (HE) in IT. This option requires enrolling in a one-year course focused on IT, which is specifically designed to prepare individuals for higher education. The estimated cost for this course is around £3,500. After completing the Access to HE course, I can directly apply to Brunel University for their computer science program.
I would greatly appreciate your help in making a decision regarding these options. Brunel University is my preferred institution, and I am seeking guidance to determine the best path forward.
Thank you for your assistance in this matter.