trying to study computer science with btecs and no math

What grades did you get with your btec? What level of btec did you do was it an extended dip?

i got a merit in computing and i'm doing fast track for the other two this year cuz i didnt do well in my as. they're all extended certificate

Even colleges who offer degrees or HNC usually require a minimum of 64 ucas points for entry. With only an extended cert with a merit grade you only have 32 ucas points. You could try an access to HE course or a foundation degree.

even with three extended certificates i can't get into uni? i'm finished

3 extended certs? Are they all a merit grade? Where abouts 8n the country do you want to go to uni?
Have you approached any unis yet?

Hi, I'm looking at university requirements to study computer science but they require Btec Extended Diploma and A-level mathematics buy I do neither of those. i do 3 Btec extended certificate (one of them is computing) and no math. will they still accept my btec extended certificate or are my chances of going to university very slim?
And are there any universities that would accept my choices?

What uni is this?
Unfortunately the issue is Computer Science can be very mathematical, which is one issue with vocational qualifications and this subject, you may find yourself doing the work equivalent to 4 A'levels instead of three.

Hi, I'm looking at university requirements to study computer science but they require Btec Extended Diploma and A-level mathematics buy I do neither of those. i do 3 Btec extended certificate (one of them is computing) and no math. will they still accept my btec extended certificate or are my chances of going to university very slim?
And are there any universities that would accept my choices?

yeah i was probably gonna go Cardiff as well but then bombed my as exams now i cant continue with a-levels. probably gonna do a foundation. congrats on getting into Cardiff tho

Have you looked at Cardiff Met? They were my insurance choice and I only needed 2 C's for computer science there

Hi, I'm looking at university requirements to study computer science but they require Btec Extended Diploma and A-level mathematics buy I do neither of those. i do 3 Btec extended certificate (one of them is computing) and no math. will they still accept my btec extended certificate or are my chances of going to university very slim?
And are there any universities that would accept my choices?

Hello!
As many have mentioned, a lot of universities require you to have studied Maths prior to starting your Computer Science degree. However, there are some exceptions, Lancaster being one of them: Computer Science course at Lancaster.
Lancaster University's Computer Science course does not have a defined subject requirement, since the course is structured to efficiently get students on the required level of Mathematical and Computing knowledge from the basics. The course itself also places more emphasis on practical learning and industry-relevant applications, rather than heavily theoretical mathematical content, so it might be something you would prefer as someone who hasn't studied maths.
The grade requirements are as follows:
GCSE: Mathematics grade B or 6, English Language grade C or 4
BTEC: Distinction, Distinction, Distinction
I would suggest emailing the admissions team at [email protected] to inquire about your situation, however as long as you have performed well in your BTEC, it should not be an issue.
Another great alternative to consider is doing a foundation degree, which is offered at some universities and usually has more flexible entry requirements (e.g. Computer Science at the University of Exeter or a general foundational course in Sci/Maths/Eng at Bristol).
I hope this helps!
Polina,
Lancaster University Computing Student Ambassador.

wow thanks for responding. I've decided on doing an NCUK foundation course. they're partners with a lot of russel group unis including exeter and lancaster and its basically a free way in if you pass the finals

Any access to HE course at an FE college does the same. If you pass your HE course the debt gets written off. Have a look around and don't put your eggs in one basket.

this is my only option left..i dont have much of a choice