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Unsure on a 3rd A level

So I've just started year 12 and I have until next week to change any of my A level subjects. I'm doing english lit, psychology and economics. I love english lit and psychology but I'm not so interested in eceonomics. I've only had 2 lessons so far and I'm just lost, unsure on what is even going on. I only picked Economics because its apparently useful and a respected subject, it also doesn't have much maths in (I don't like maths). I've heard some ppl on tiktok say they loved economics and it got way better in year 13, whilst others say they hate it, its their hardest/ worst a level. So I'm a little confused? Any advice?
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Original post by ria777
So I've just started year 12 and I have until next week to change any of my A level subjects. I'm doing english lit, psychology and economics. I love english lit and psychology but I'm not so interested in eceonomics. I've only had 2 lessons so far and I'm just lost, unsure on what is even going on. I only picked Economics because its apparently useful and a respected subject, it also doesn't have much maths in (I don't like maths). I've heard some ppl on tiktok say they loved economics and it got way better in year 13, whilst others say they hate it, its their hardest/ worst a level. So I'm a little confused? Any advice?
hmmmmmmmmmm if u like it so far then maybe keep goin but u might want to think abt whether ud want to continue like look at the other subjects and theeeee syllabus for economics :smile: although last year i had a massive breakdown cus i was a week late when trying to switch from geography to politics (they wouldnt let me) and im having the worst time EVERRRR in geography atm so i guess its personal preference on the topics u cover in econ/other subjects u might be interested in taking instead
Hi there, may I ask if you have any plans for after your A-levels? This helps a lot in deciding what A levels to choose. If not, I'd always, ALWAYS, suggest taking a subject that will bring you as much joy as possible. The next 2 years of study will be intense at times and choosing subjects you will truly enjoy studying in your free time and revising will make that time feel as worthwhile as possible. Have you considered English language, or classical civilisation, if your place of study offers it? These often go well with English literature. Alternatively, biology and sociology seem to be paired regularly with psychology. But again at the end of the day, choosing what you will like studying will help the most by far in your decision. I hope this helps and you have a great 2 years of A levels!
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Original post by HeidiSmith10
Hi there, may I ask if you have any plans for after your A-levels? This helps a lot in deciding what A levels to choose. If not, I'd always, ALWAYS, suggest taking a subject that will bring you as much joy as possible. The next 2 years of study will be intense at times and choosing subjects you will truly enjoy studying in your free time and revising will make that time feel as worthwhile as possible. Have you considered English language, or classical civilisation, if your place of study offers it? These often go well with English literature. Alternatively, biology and sociology seem to be paired regularly with psychology. But again at the end of the day, choosing what you will like studying will help the most by far in your decision. I hope this helps and you have a great 2 years of A levels!

Yes, as of now I'm thinking of going into corporate law after A levels. I'm not so sure what to switch economics for as I'm not enjoying it so much, and I'm not really interested in the subject. I was thinking of taking sociology instead but didn't know if this was considered a 'soft' subject.
Original post by ria777
Yes, as of now I'm thinking of going into corporate law after A levels. I'm not so sure what to switch economics for as I'm not enjoying it so much, and I'm not really interested in the subject. I was thinking of taking sociology instead but didn't know if this was considered a 'soft' subject.

Few universities are fussy about “soft subjects” but if the choice is enjoyment and a possible small benefit to uni applications I know what I’d choose. Does your college/sixth form not offer A level law?

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