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Help with choosing A Levels

Hi there, I am having trouble choosing what A Levels to choose. I have definitely decided to take Maths, Physics and Further Maths, but for the other one I am unsure of what to take. I hope to study Computer Science or Engineering at Oxbridge and then go on to a career in those fields or finance. I need to decide which other one to take out of Computer Science, Chemistry or Economics. I have been predicted a 9 in both Computer Science and Chemistry and haven't had the chance to study Economics yet although I have an interest in it outside of school. Do any subjects have specific advantages or disadvantages, what are the workloads like for each one?

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Considering your ambitions, Computer Science or Chemistry might suit your profile more for a career in Computer Science or Engineering. However, if you’re leaning towards a future that might combine finance or economics with your tech skills, Economics could be worth considering, especially given your interest and the fact that it's often seen as a highly respected subject in both business and academic circles.
In terms of workload, Economics and Chemistry will likely be the more demanding in terms of content breadth, whereas Computer Science might require more technical and coding work. Ultimately, go with the subject that excites you the most and supports your long-term goals.

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by JulianWalkowicz
Considering your ambitions, Computer Science or Chemistry might suit your profile more for a career in Computer Science or Engineering. However, if you’re leaning towards a future that might combine finance or economics with your tech skills, Economics could be worth considering, especially given your interest and the fact that it's often seen as a highly respected subject in both business and academic circles.
In terms of workload, Economics and Chemistry will likely be the more demanding in terms of content breadth, whereas Computer Science might require more technical and coding work. Ultimately, go with the subject that excites you the most and supports your long-term goals.

Thanks so much! I'll bear this in mind!

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