Should I drop business? Current A-levels: Maths, EngLit, Media, and Business

I absolutely hate business, but I chose it during Y11 to offset the “soft” subject I chose, being media. I only really enjoy Maths, EngLit, and Media but I’m scared if I drop business my combination won’t be as impressive? But I absolutely hate it. What should I do?

There is no need to do 4 A-Levels as you will only need 3 to get into uni or higher education.

Personally, I would drop it since getting AAA would look better than getting AAAC at the end of your A-Levels.

Doing those three subjects (Maths, English Lit and Media) are completely fine because you have a STEM subject, essay based and a creative subject. Keeping your options open regardless on what you choose to do.

Hope this helps.

Hi there

If you are not enjoying business, I would suggest dropping it. This would allow you more time to focus on the other three subjects and to increase your grades. Or perhaps you could consider doing AS business for 1 year, instead of A level business for 2 years? However, most people only take 3 A levels, so there is no pressure on taking 4 subjects.

If you are worried about the combination not looking good, there are other things that you can do: getting work experience, doing volunteering, writing an EPQ, etc. These will be helpful in demonstrating different skill sets in the future- whether that be employment or applications for further studies.

I hope this helps.
Chloe
University of Kent Student Rep