is 79 percent possible in third year

i do a maths degree and my first year i got a first but in my second year because of my mental health i only attended lectures 2 times and for exams because of that i only achieved a 2:2. i need 79 percent this year to get a first
is this possible?

Reply 1

DataVenia

Volunteer Team, Clearing and Applications Advisor

Original post by Anonymous

Well, if you got a first in year one you must have obtained at least 70% then, so clearly 79% is possible. However, if your mental health hasn't improved, and you continue to skip lectures, then maybe not.

Reply 2

hallamstudents

Official Rep

Original post by Anonymous

Hi there,

79% seems possible as you have already achieved a first in first year so you can definitely do it! If you focus and try your best, it seems like this will be possible for you.

If you are still struggling with your mental health, make sure you reach out to your university well-being team as they will be there for you if you need it and they are used to having students come to them for help so they will know what they can do for you or what help they may be able to offer you. Have a look into this team at your uni and where they are based etc so you know where they are if you ever find yourself in the position where you need to talk to them.

I would also recommend talking to your personal tutor or academic advisor if you have one of these. These can be great help and if you explain how you are feeling, they might be able to offer you more help or advice on what you can do to ensure you are still getting the grades you deserve. It's worth keeping in contact with people like this as they are the ones who will be able to help you if you need it or your grades aren't as good as you think they should be.

If you are struggling with any work, make sure you talk to your tutor and ask them if you have any questions or need anything in your assignment clarifying as they will be able to help you and do this for you. They are there to help you so make sure you take advantage of any help that is offered as this is how you will do as well as you can. Take advantage of any formative feedback opportunities too as this will help you to do better too.

I hope some of this helps,

Lucy -SHU student ambassador :smile:

Reply 3

mike23mike

Its possible but using your maths knowledge and a normal distribution curve you know you would need to be in at least the 95th percentile or even 98th. Ask yourself if you think you are in the top 2% of students in your class.

Reply 4

WrexhamUniReps

Official Rep

Original post by Anonymous

Hi

You have clearly shown you have the potential to get a first, so there isn't anything that should stop you from achieving a first overall. Because of this, I would say to seek support from your personal tutor at university who will be able to support you further with both your mental health and the best way to approach your course within your final year.

I hope this helps,

Matt
Wrexham Uni Reps