University courses

Have you thought about doing a 1-year Art & Design Foundation Diploma - this would expose you to all sorts of techniques and art forms and could open up many different opportunities - read this https://www.thecompleteuniversityguide.co.uk/student-advice/what-to-study/art-and-design-foundation-diplomas

Hey, only just saw this, I was thinking of Fine Art in either stafford or falmouth (still looking for more unis but those have 104-112 UCAS points which I think is within my reach for now). Say I did apply to fine art with my grades, would they not consider me for a regular course, as in would I have to do the foundation year? Because when I was looking at stuff like say microbiology, they had two options one with a foundation year and one without, where the foundation you get taught basics so it’s basically the same course just a year longer.

What can I do in uni with grades A,B,C or D in Fine Art, Biology and Chemistry, respectfully (based off predicted grades)?

I’m currently in year 13 and I have no clue what to apply to because of my grades. I really struggle with Chemistry (hence the C or D), in my last mocks I did terrible and I have been since the start of year 12, no matter how much revision I do. I also have a tutor for Chemistry but that still doesn’t help. I really wanted to go into dentistry but it isn’t looking like I’ll be able to, this year anyway.

Any advice on what courses I could do in uni with my subjects and grades would be much appreciated!

Hey @mds0306,

These sound like great subjects!

What interests you/do you have any hobbies? This might help us advice which degrees you might enjoy. Also, do you enjoy one or two of the subjects more than the other? Knowing this would also help inform what you might like.

Most universities will have a list of degree options like we do here. Have a look through them and note which ones sound the most interesting to you and look at the modules and how the course is structured.

Alia
University of Kent Student Rep

@mds0306

An art and design foundation course is there to help you explore different areas of art so that you are in a better place to decide whether you want to do a three-year fine art degree or do a more specific course e.g. graphic design. It's the opportunity to build your skills by learning different techniques and gives you the chance to build a portfolio which shows a range of skills which makes you a stronger candidate when you apply for university.

I think some universities do accept students who haven't done a foundation year, but when I did A level art, it was expected/ the general rule that you did an art foundation course before applying for a degree.

All the best,

Oluwatosin – 3rd year student – University of Huddersfield

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Hi! Apologies, I’ve only just seen this.

I’d say my interests are more on the craftier side, for example I enjoy doing my own nails and hair, I also like painting and drawing (anything art related), and (as silly as this sounds) I also enjoy building houses on things like The Sims 4. My most enjoyed subjects are by far Art and Biology, I do also think Chemistry is interesting, however it is also difficult - at least for me.


Thank you so much for your time!

Hi


Hi! Apologies, I’ve only just seen this.

I’d say my interests are more on the craftier side, for example I enjoy doing my own nails and hair, I also like painting and drawing (anything art related), and (as silly as this sounds) I also enjoy building houses on things like The Sims 4. My most enjoyed subjects are by far Art and Biology, I do also think Chemistry is interesting, however it is also difficult - at least for me.

I would still be very much interested in a career in dentistry but I don’t think it’s possible for me to get in, at least not for a 2024 start or in the UK.

I’ve had a look at the courses you offer, these are the ones I found both interesting and potentially achievable for me:
Applied Bioscience - BSc (Hons)
Architecture -BA (Hons)
Biology - BSc (Hons)
Digital Design - BSc (Hons)
Ecology and Conservation - BSc (Hons)
Forensic Science - BSc (Hons) or MSci

Thank you so much for your time!