So I really want to study at UCL, mechanical engineering with an integrated foundation year. The problem is I achieved a 4 in GCSE maths and 5 in language but the entry requirements are 5-5 in maths and language. I did an extended diploma in engineering and achieved grades D*D*D, especially D in calculus and further maths as these are the units most unis care about. I really want to go there but I don't know how to persuade admissions that I am capable of uni level maths even though I got a 4 in gcse. I also got an offer from queen mary for a foundation year engineering but I don't know about the quality of teaching as I've heard its one of the bottom tier russel groups. Is there any way to persuade admissions? Anything will help.
Thanks.