How risky are my uni choices? (Computer Science)
I’m planning to apply for Computer Science 2025 entry, with the predicted grades A*A*A in Maths, Computer Science and Further Maths respectively. (However I may be able to get my predicted grade changed to an A* in Further Maths)
I have relevant supercurriculars, such as work experience in a technology company and an insurance company, two programming courses which include projects, a problem solving course, as well as reading many books and watching lectures.
The universities I plan to apply to are:
- Imperial (A*A*A)
- Manchester (A*A*A)
- UCL (A*A*A)
- Bath (A*AA if I get an A in my EPQ)
- Bristol (A*AA)
I am also applying to many degree apprenticeships so I am willing to take some sort of risk when it comes to my university applications as they aren’t my only route. However, I would just like to know whether I have no odds of getting into these universities.
I also might drop Imperial for Southampton if I don’t get predicted an A* in Further Maths, is that a better decision?
I have relevant supercurriculars, such as work experience in a technology company and an insurance company, two programming courses which include projects, a problem solving course, as well as reading many books and watching lectures.
The universities I plan to apply to are:
- Imperial (A*A*A)
- Manchester (A*A*A)
- UCL (A*A*A)
- Bath (A*AA if I get an A in my EPQ)
- Bristol (A*AA)
I am also applying to many degree apprenticeships so I am willing to take some sort of risk when it comes to my university applications as they aren’t my only route. However, I would just like to know whether I have no odds of getting into these universities.
I also might drop Imperial for Southampton if I don’t get predicted an A* in Further Maths, is that a better decision?
Think about what you would do if:
- you don’t get any offers and then get A*A*A in your results
- you get one offer from Bristol or Bath and then get A*A*A* in your results
- you get offers from all your choices and then get A*BB in your results and end up in clearing
- you don’t get any offers from your choices and then get BBB in your results
If you’re comfortable with your choices in all situations then they’re the right choices for you
- you don’t get any offers and then get A*A*A in your results
- you get one offer from Bristol or Bath and then get A*A*A* in your results
- you get offers from all your choices and then get A*BB in your results and end up in clearing
- you don’t get any offers from your choices and then get BBB in your results
If you’re comfortable with your choices in all situations then they’re the right choices for you
At least replace the last two choices with universities that would be happy to give you a place if you were to get a few Bs. Think Cardiff or Belfast. You can’t lose either way!
Original post by Cke28
I’m planning to apply for Computer Science 2025 entry, with the predicted grades A*A*A in Maths, Computer Science and Further Maths respectively. (However I may be able to get my predicted grade changed to an A* in Further Maths)
I have relevant supercurriculars, such as work experience in a technology company and an insurance company, two programming courses which include projects, a problem solving course, as well as reading many books and watching lectures.
The universities I plan to apply to are:
- Imperial (A*A*A)
- Manchester (A*A*A)
- UCL (A*A*A)
- Bath (A*AA if I get an A in my EPQ)
- Bristol (A*AA)
I am also applying to many degree apprenticeships so I am willing to take some sort of risk when it comes to my university applications as they aren’t my only route. However, I would just like to know whether I have no odds of getting into these universities.
I also might drop Imperial for Southampton if I don’t get predicted an A* in Further Maths, is that a better decision?
I have relevant supercurriculars, such as work experience in a technology company and an insurance company, two programming courses which include projects, a problem solving course, as well as reading many books and watching lectures.
The universities I plan to apply to are:
- Imperial (A*A*A)
- Manchester (A*A*A)
- UCL (A*A*A)
- Bath (A*AA if I get an A in my EPQ)
- Bristol (A*AA)
I am also applying to many degree apprenticeships so I am willing to take some sort of risk when it comes to my university applications as they aren’t my only route. However, I would just like to know whether I have no odds of getting into these universities.
I also might drop Imperial for Southampton if I don’t get predicted an A* in Further Maths, is that a better decision?
Heyy 😄
I'm Joshua, I'm about to start my 3rd year of Comp Sci with Cyber Security at Southampton.
Firstly, wow those are incredible predicted grades and extra curriculars well done!
When considering what universities to apply to, I would recommend to have a bit of a range of grades across all your applications. All of those Universities are brilliant universities, but they have very similar grade requirements, so if you might get a B grade or something similar, it might mean you miss out on all your offers and end up in clearing. Having applications which cover a range of grades does help to avoid this, as long as you're happy with any offers at places you might receive.
Also, I can't recommend strongly enough going to visit the universities in person before making your decisions! You can see our open day dates here. Seeing a university in person can really help you get a good feel for what the area is like, what the campus is like, the department, the lecturers, facilities, and so much more. When I was considering Uni of Gloucestershire and Southampton, I much preferred how Southampton felt in person over Gloucestershire, despite them being very comparable on paper. Of course Southampton might not be one you consider, but I would recommend going to as many open days as you can, you might go to see one and think "Woah this is the one for me" which you didn't expect, or maybe "No I'm not so keen" on one you liked on paper.
Due to my EPQ A* and the fact I was first in my family to go to Uni, my offer to southampton got reduced from A*AA to AAB, I happily accepted it despite getting A*AA (as in, I could've aimed for an offer closer to my results but entry grades aren't everything!) and I've enjoyed my first two years here!
I hope this helps, if you have any other questions about Southampton, CompSci, or general applications I'm happy to help! 😊
Joshua
3rd Year CompSci Rep
With those grades and super-curriculars, I wouldn't rule myself out of applying for Oxbridge. It's always worth applying, even if you don't feel like you'd ever have a chance of getting in! On the other hand, do make sure you choose some insurance options with lower entry requirements.
Original post by Cke28
I’m planning to apply for Computer Science 2025 entry, with the predicted grades A*A*A in Maths, Computer Science and Further Maths respectively. (However I may be able to get my predicted grade changed to an A* in Further Maths)
I have relevant supercurriculars, such as work experience in a technology company and an insurance company, two programming courses which include projects, a problem solving course, as well as reading many books and watching lectures.
The universities I plan to apply to are:
- Imperial (A*A*A)
- Manchester (A*A*A)
- UCL (A*A*A)
- Bath (A*AA if I get an A in my EPQ)
- Bristol (A*AA)
I am also applying to many degree apprenticeships so I am willing to take some sort of risk when it comes to my university applications as they aren’t my only route. However, I would just like to know whether I have no odds of getting into these universities.
I also might drop Imperial for Southampton if I don’t get predicted an A* in Further Maths, is that a better decision?
I have relevant supercurriculars, such as work experience in a technology company and an insurance company, two programming courses which include projects, a problem solving course, as well as reading many books and watching lectures.
The universities I plan to apply to are:
- Imperial (A*A*A)
- Manchester (A*A*A)
- UCL (A*A*A)
- Bath (A*AA if I get an A in my EPQ)
- Bristol (A*AA)
I am also applying to many degree apprenticeships so I am willing to take some sort of risk when it comes to my university applications as they aren’t my only route. However, I would just like to know whether I have no odds of getting into these universities.
I also might drop Imperial for Southampton if I don’t get predicted an A* in Further Maths, is that a better decision?
I’d recommend looking at uni’s with AAB, ABB and BBB entry requirements just in case you don’t get what you expect, otherwise you risk ending up in clearing.
However, considering you predicted grades, I think you should only apply to 2 unis with B grades, and then keep 3 of the unis you’ve listed above.
But, I haven’t even started Y12 yet, so maybe I’m not the one you should be taking advice from. But I really think it’s important that you have backup plans just in case you don’t do as well as anticipated (am sure you will, but it’s always good to be prepared!)
Original post by Cke28
I’m planning to apply for Computer Science 2025 entry, with the predicted grades A*A*A in Maths, Computer Science and Further Maths respectively. (However I may be able to get my predicted grade changed to an A* in Further Maths)
I have relevant supercurriculars, such as work experience in a technology company and an insurance company, two programming courses which include projects, a problem solving course, as well as reading many books and watching lectures.
The universities I plan to apply to are:
- Imperial (A*A*A)
- Manchester (A*A*A)
- UCL (A*A*A)
- Bath (A*AA if I get an A in my EPQ)
- Bristol (A*AA)
I am also applying to many degree apprenticeships so I am willing to take some sort of risk when it comes to my university applications as they aren’t my only route. However, I would just like to know whether I have no odds of getting into these universities.
I also might drop Imperial for Southampton if I don’t get predicted an A* in Further Maths, is that a better decision?
I have relevant supercurriculars, such as work experience in a technology company and an insurance company, two programming courses which include projects, a problem solving course, as well as reading many books and watching lectures.
The universities I plan to apply to are:
- Imperial (A*A*A)
- Manchester (A*A*A)
- UCL (A*A*A)
- Bath (A*AA if I get an A in my EPQ)
- Bristol (A*AA)
I am also applying to many degree apprenticeships so I am willing to take some sort of risk when it comes to my university applications as they aren’t my only route. However, I would just like to know whether I have no odds of getting into these universities.
I also might drop Imperial for Southampton if I don’t get predicted an A* in Further Maths, is that a better decision?
Too many with similar grades. No Oxbridge?
Drop Imperial and Bristol ...
Too many high risk choices.
Just meeting/exceeding the entry requirements does not guarantee you an offer from any of these Unis. Every year thousands (yes, thousands) of applicants for competitive subjects like CS, Econ. Mech Eng etc at these Unis will be rejected despite A* grade predcited grades. This means that you could end up with no offers at all, or just one offer that when reality starts to hit leading up to exams next year, you then realise you can't meet.
You need at least one choice from a Uni that is good-but-not-as-insanely-competitive to give you a bankable offer and one that will be a realistic Insurance. Other have suggested Cardiff, Belfast, S'ton - I'd add Liverpool and Loughborough to that list.
Just meeting/exceeding the entry requirements does not guarantee you an offer from any of these Unis. Every year thousands (yes, thousands) of applicants for competitive subjects like CS, Econ. Mech Eng etc at these Unis will be rejected despite A* grade predcited grades. This means that you could end up with no offers at all, or just one offer that when reality starts to hit leading up to exams next year, you then realise you can't meet.
You need at least one choice from a Uni that is good-but-not-as-insanely-competitive to give you a bankable offer and one that will be a realistic Insurance. Other have suggested Cardiff, Belfast, S'ton - I'd add Liverpool and Loughborough to that list.
Original post by Cke28
I’m planning to apply for Computer Science 2025 entry, with the predicted grades A*A*A in Maths, Computer Science and Further Maths respectively. (However I may be able to get my predicted grade changed to an A* in Further Maths)
I have relevant supercurriculars, such as work experience in a technology company and an insurance company, two programming courses which include projects, a problem solving course, as well as reading many books and watching lectures.
The universities I plan to apply to are:
- Imperial (A*A*A)
- Manchester (A*A*A)
- UCL (A*A*A)
- Bath (A*AA if I get an A in my EPQ)
- Bristol (A*AA)
I am also applying to many degree apprenticeships so I am willing to take some sort of risk when it comes to my university applications as they aren’t my only route. However, I would just like to know whether I have no odds of getting into these universities.
I also might drop Imperial for Southampton if I don’t get predicted an A* in Further Maths, is that a better decision?
I have relevant supercurriculars, such as work experience in a technology company and an insurance company, two programming courses which include projects, a problem solving course, as well as reading many books and watching lectures.
The universities I plan to apply to are:
- Imperial (A*A*A)
- Manchester (A*A*A)
- UCL (A*A*A)
- Bath (A*AA if I get an A in my EPQ)
- Bristol (A*AA)
I am also applying to many degree apprenticeships so I am willing to take some sort of risk when it comes to my university applications as they aren’t my only route. However, I would just like to know whether I have no odds of getting into these universities.
I also might drop Imperial for Southampton if I don’t get predicted an A* in Further Maths, is that a better decision?
A bit too risky. Even if you are lucky enough to get multiple offers, you will end up with an insurance choice of at least A*AA, which is risky. I would say you need one with no more than AAA, not just to ensure you get an offer, but also to have something to fall back on if exams don’t quite go to plan.
Original post by Cke28
I’m planning to apply for Computer Science 2025 entry, with the predicted grades A*A*A in Maths, Computer Science and Further Maths respectively. (However I may be able to get my predicted grade changed to an A* in Further Maths)
I have relevant supercurriculars, such as work experience in a technology company and an insurance company, two programming courses which include projects, a problem solving course, as well as reading many books and watching lectures.
The universities I plan to apply to are:
- Imperial (A*A*A)
- Manchester (A*A*A)
- UCL (A*A*A)
- Bath (A*AA if I get an A in my EPQ)
- Bristol (A*AA)
I am also applying to many degree apprenticeships so I am willing to take some sort of risk when it comes to my university applications as they aren’t my only route. However, I would just like to know whether I have no odds of getting into these universities.
I also might drop Imperial for Southampton if I don’t get predicted an A* in Further Maths, is that a better decision?
I have relevant supercurriculars, such as work experience in a technology company and an insurance company, two programming courses which include projects, a problem solving course, as well as reading many books and watching lectures.
The universities I plan to apply to are:
- Imperial (A*A*A)
- Manchester (A*A*A)
- UCL (A*A*A)
- Bath (A*AA if I get an A in my EPQ)
- Bristol (A*AA)
I am also applying to many degree apprenticeships so I am willing to take some sort of risk when it comes to my university applications as they aren’t my only route. However, I would just like to know whether I have no odds of getting into these universities.
I also might drop Imperial for Southampton if I don’t get predicted an A* in Further Maths, is that a better decision?
Make your 5th choice stupidly easy to get in so you have a place you're happy with worst comes to worst (speaking from my experience with what happened this year).
CS admissions is EXTREMELY competitive.
Original post by vnayak
Make your 5th choice stupidly easy to get in so you have a place you're happy with worst comes to worst (speaking from my experience with what happened this year).
CS admissions is EXTREMELY competitive.
CS admissions is EXTREMELY competitive.
could you go to my post about cs pls
Original post by RG.CS
could you go to my post about cs pls
Where is this?
Original post by vnayak
Where is this?
Ah I thought tsr worked like you can just go on profiles and see all posts , I think if you look uni of Leeds computer science you might be able to find my two posts sorry
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