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Should I get one of my Biology papers remarked in hopes of getting a full UMS?

Hey guys
I got my AS results back the other day and am one UMS away from a full UMS in bio p3. I have gotten a full UMS in all of my other bio papers (God Bless) and I know that my current UMS is still quite good but if I'm able to get just one more mark it'll be perfect. I've heard some people get their papers remarked and lose marks or don't gain any so it's a waste of money - is this the norm? Do you think I should take a chance and risk it? I didn't revise much for unit 3 and made some silly mistakes but I think (hope) I might be able to scrape just one more mark. I haven't consulted any teachers about this yet because I want to have a full conviction before involving them and paying to see my script.
What are you hoping to gain/what would be the benefit of getting 1 more UMS?
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What are you hoping to gain/what would be the benefit of getting 1 more UMS?

I’d get a 300/300 in biology which would warrant an award for highest in the world. I think my current UMS would account for a highest in the Middle East award which is still good but I hate that just one mark is holding me back from the highest possible distinction.
Original post by whoisthishmmm
I’d get a 300/300 in biology which would warrant an award for highest in the world. I think my current UMS would account for a highest in the Middle East award which is still good but I hate that just one mark is holding me back from the highest possible distinction.


You need to speak to your teachers. Highest mark in the world is usually based on pre-UMS marks. It’s not uncommon for candidates to have full UMS.
Paying for a remark that could lower your UMS because you think there’s a chance of a title that will mean nothing in a year’s time is really quite a silly choice to make.

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