So I got my A Level results back last week and was horrified with my results in economics, biology, and maths (CCD respectively) after being predicted AAC. I was obviously very disappointed as I was then rejected from my firm choice, the University of Leeds for biology, but accepted to my insurance (the University of Lincoln for biomedical science). I'm really not sure if I'd actually be happy here so after calling up some clearing lines was accepted to Sheffield Hallam University, which I thought was alright but I'm similarly not thrilled with the option.
I've been seriously considering committing myself to taking a gap year in which I would retake the 3 A levels as an independent candidate. Ideally, I'd want to get into a Russel group as I went to visit a few and thought they were amazing in comparison in terms of facilities and obviously reputation. My friends and family are generally pushing me towards university this year, barring a few supportive exceptions. Although, I'm unsure if id truly enjoy my time at either of them and at this point I'm questioning if Biology would be a good choice of degree as I cant find any amazing career prospects from it and most people I've spoke to about studying it did so to later study medicine.
Just wanted some of your guys' advice/opinions on whether I should spend the year resitting my exams, or suck it up and go to Lincoln/Sheffield Hallam. Thanks!