Design engineering..?

Hi,

So I want to apply to design engineering at Imperial. They've specified that entry requirements: A*AA (A* in maths) and then there's a bit that says "Both scientific and non-scientific A-levels are welcomed." Shall I take that literally, as in they'd accept any subject as long as they're AA?? Idk cuz it's imperial and the course is bound to be competitive +it's engineering, so when it comes down to giving out offers, I feel like I might be at a disadvantage for not studying traditional engineering subjects like physics / computer science / further maths. Idk how admissions work, but if they had to choose who NOT to give an offer to, out of all the comp sci, fm and physics students +international students, it might be me........

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Anonymous #2

Hi, I just wanted to ask if you did your ESAT and if so, how did you feel about it? I’m applying design engineering at imperial as well and I feel like I could have done a lot a lot better …

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Anonymous #1

Original post by Anonymous

Hi, I just wanted to ask if you did your ESAT and if so, how did you feel about it? I’m applying design engineering at imperial as well and I feel like I could have done a lot a lot better …

I'm sitting it in January, but I don't think I'll do that well anyways. What subjects do you study??

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Anonymous #2

Original post by Anonymous

I'm sitting it in January, but I don't think I'll do that well anyways. What subjects do you study??

Math dt physics fm 2A* and 2A respectively, I don’t actually think I have a chance anymore cause of ESAT

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Anonymous #1

Original post by Anonymous

Math dt physics fm 2A* and 2A respectively, I don’t actually think I have a chance anymore cause of ESAT

Don't worry about ESAT - it's the first year anyways and ik someone who asked about it on open day. They said they won't put that much weight on ESAT this year. And you have a better chance than I do anyways. Just don't worry you've still got 4other options

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Anonymous #2

Original post by Anonymous

Ian just hoping and praying that is actually the case, because ESAT and the aftermath of it really took a huge toll of me

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Anonymous #1

Original post by Anonymous

Ian just hoping and praying that is actually the case, because ESAT and the aftermath of it really took a huge toll of me

stay positive!!!!

but do you think i should still apply for design engineering with maths, bio, geo. Do you know anyone applying WITHOUT physics/ computer science/ fm😭😭 I really regret my subject choices but tbh even if I were to repeat my a levels I would take the same combo....what do I doooo

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Anonymous #2

Original post by Anonymous

stay positive!!!!
but do you think i should still apply for design engineering with maths, bio, geo. Do you know anyone applying WITHOUT physics/ computer science/ fm😭😭 I really regret my subject choices but tbh even if I were to repeat my a levels I would take the same combo....what do I doooo

I’d say go for it since it is only 1 uni choice

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catalinasolan

Original post by Anonymous

stay positive!!!!
but do you think i should still apply for design engineering with maths, bio, geo. Do you know anyone applying WITHOUT physics/ computer science/ fm😭😭 I really regret my subject choices but tbh even if I were to repeat my a levels I would take the same combo....what do I doooo

when i went to the open day, i asked about subjects and i know someone there got in without physics, they said she did struggle with the mechanics modules/physics they learnt etc

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catalinasolan

Original post by Anonymous

stay positive!!!!
but do you think i should still apply for design engineering with maths, bio, geo. Do you know anyone applying WITHOUT physics/ computer science/ fm😭😭 I really regret my subject choices but tbh even if I were to repeat my a levels I would take the same combo....what do I doooo

but go for it!!! if you have a strong personal statement + good predicted grades you might as well give it a shot❤️❤️❤️

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Anonymous #1

Original post by catalinasolan

but go for it!!! if you have a strong personal statement + good predicted grades you might as well give it a shot❤️❤️❤️

Thank youuu. I enjoy mechanics in maths, so I guess that's a pro. I just don't know how I should write my personal statement tho??? like shall I focus on maths mainly?? Or shall I focus on my creative projects more???

I'm assuming you're applying / have applied to design engineering?? Any tips if you don't mind sharing :smile: