Can't get into any good university's with my GCSE grades

I had a lot going on when I was taking my GCSEs. Clinical depression, extremely poor attendance etc.
So, I passed everything the first time but with all 4s and a 5 in English lit, which are not very good grades.
At the time, I was just happy I passed.
Now I am going Into my second year of college doing a level Btec 3 in computing and predicted D*D*D*, which Is equivalent to 165 UCAS points, I have the grades to apply for top 10 schools, and I have the extracurriculars for it, as I've been working in computing/ cyber security for the past year, I am a Microsoft certified technician and I have passed my comp tia sec+ which is a great qualification in the field.
However, all universities require a 6 in GCSE maths and a 5 in language. Do I even bother to resit at this point or just go/apply to much worse universities just because of my GCSEs? It just feels frustrating.
I can resit in November, but I would have to learn the whole of GCSE maths in 4 months when I'm not that gifted at it, and it has never been in my skill set. I'm just not sure what to do.

The reality is most top universities require grade A A level Maths in addition to your BTEC for Mathematical based subjects such as Computer Science, Economics, Psychology etc. This is due to the Mathematical content of these courses. It is unlikely you will find any of the top 10 accepting you without it.
Many lower universities will accept you without A level Maths but most will require higher than grade 4. This is to ensure you can cope with the Maths on your degree and dont end up dropping out.
Only a few expect grade 5 in English though.
You need to thoroughly check each university's entrance requirements. If you dont have the GCSE requirement you can sit next year and show your Maths as pending. You will be required to reach the Maths grade in August and wont be accepted until your result is known.

The reality is most top universities require grade A A level Maths in addition to your BTEC for Mathematical based subjects such as Computer Science, Economics, Psychology etc. This is due to the Mathematical content of these courses. It is unlikely you will find any of the top 10 accepting you without it.
Many lower universities will accept you without A level Maths but most will require higher than grade 4. This is to ensure you can cope with the Maths on your degree and dont end up dropping out.
Only a few expect grade 5 in English though.
You need to thoroughly check each university's entrance requirements. If you dont have the GCSE requirement you can sit next year and show your Maths as pending. You will be required to reach the Maths grade in August and wont be accepted until your result is known.

It really depends what you mean by 'worse universities' because there are a lot of really decent places out there that can be overlooked by the reputation for prestigue that some have. It is perhaps a good idea to focus on what the courses have as modules and also employments rates after leaving the course.

Could you contact admissions officers from those universities and ask if they accept extenuating circumstances?

I have looked at some universities that are not top 15, and I've definitely taken into account different factors. It's more for me the fact that I have exceptional grades for my course + tons of relevant experience and would have loved to get into those universities that have prestige and it's upsetting I can't due to the fact I had a hard time 2 years ago. Also the courses I would like to do, cyber security the two best courses in the country are either top 10 or bottom 10 so there aren't really any middle options. I've had a look at Brighton which is a decent university and has a good employment rate and I love the area, but that's a computer science course with cybersecurity. Thanks for your help!

I had a lot going on when I was taking my GCSEs. Clinical depression, extremely poor attendance etc.
So, I passed everything the first time but with all 4s and a 5 in English lit, which are not very good grades.
At the time, I was just happy I passed.
Now I am going Into my second year of college doing a level Btec 3 in computing and predicted D*D*D*, which Is equivalent to 165 UCAS points, I have the grades to apply for top 10 schools, and I have the extracurriculars for it, as I've been working in computing/ cyber security for the past year, I am a Microsoft certified technician and I have passed my comp tia sec+ which is a great qualification in the field.
However, all universities require a 6 in GCSE maths and a 5 in language. Do I even bother to resit at this point or just go/apply to much worse universities just because of my GCSEs? It just feels frustrating.
I can resit in November, but I would have to learn the whole of GCSE maths in 4 months when I'm not that gifted at it, and it has never been in my skill set. I'm just not sure what to do.

I had a lot going on when I was taking my GCSEs. Clinical depression, extremely poor attendance etc.
So, I passed everything the first time but with all 4s and a 5 in English lit, which are not very good grades.
At the time, I was just happy I passed.
Now I am going Into my second year of college doing a level Btec 3 in computing and predicted D*D*D*, which Is equivalent to 165 UCAS points, I have the grades to apply for top 10 schools, and I have the extracurriculars for it, as I've been working in computing/ cyber security for the past year, I am a Microsoft certified technician and I have passed my comp tia sec+ which is a great qualification in the field.
However, all universities require a 6 in GCSE maths and a 5 in language. Do I even bother to resit at this point or just go/apply to much worse universities just because of my GCSEs? It just feels frustrating.
I can resit in November, but I would have to learn the whole of GCSE maths in 4 months when I'm not that gifted at it, and it has never been in my skill set. I'm just not sure what to do.

I had a lot going on when I was taking my GCSEs. Clinical depression, extremely poor attendance etc.
So, I passed everything the first time but with all 4s and a 5 in English lit, which are not very good grades.
At the time, I was just happy I passed.
Now I am going Into my second year of college doing a level Btec 3 in computing and predicted D*D*D*, which Is equivalent to 165 UCAS points, I have the grades to apply for top 10 schools, and I have the extracurriculars for it, as I've been working in computing/ cyber security for the past year, I am a Microsoft certified technician and I have passed my comp tia sec+ which is a great qualification in the field.
However, all universities require a 6 in GCSE maths and a 5 in language. Do I even bother to resit at this point or just go/apply to much worse universities just because of my GCSEs? It just feels frustrating.
I can resit in November, but I would have to learn the whole of GCSE maths in 4 months when I'm not that gifted at it, and it has never been in my skill set. I'm just not sure what to do.

I had a lot going on when I was taking my GCSEs. Clinical depression, extremely poor attendance etc.
So, I passed everything the first time but with all 4s and a 5 in English lit, which are not very good grades.
At the time, I was just happy I passed.
Now I am going Into my second year of college doing a level Btec 3 in computing and predicted D*D*D*, which Is equivalent to 165 UCAS points, I have the grades to apply for top 10 schools, and I have the extracurriculars for it, as I've been working in computing/ cyber security for the past year, I am a Microsoft certified technician and I have passed my comp tia sec+ which is a great qualification in the field.
However, all universities require a 6 in GCSE maths and a 5 in language. Do I even bother to resit at this point or just go/apply to much worse universities just because of my GCSEs? It just feels frustrating.
I can resit in November, but I would have to learn the whole of GCSE maths in 4 months when I'm not that gifted at it, and it has never been in my skill set. I'm just not sure what to do.