Which undergraduate options are open for me?

I take A-level business, economics and sociology.
Apart from something business, economics or sociology related, what can I pursue at degree level?

Reply 1

artful_lounger

Universities Forum Helper

You probably wouldn't be able to pursue economics at degree level without A-level Maths (at the very least your range of options would be considerably limited).

Outside of that most humanities or social sciences degrees are an option. Most STEM courses with a foundation year would also be an option.

Note though the combination of A-level Economics and A-level Business may be less competitive for certain universities.

Reply 2

pagan-scimitar

Original post by Ibrahimmakda

I take A-level business, economics and sociology.
Apart from something business, economics or sociology related, what can I pursue at degree level?

Probably any degree with no specific subject requirements (mostly humanities)

Reply 3

Ibrahimmakda

Original post by artful_lounger

You probably wouldn't be able to pursue economics at degree level without A-level Maths (at the very least your range of options would be considerably limited).
Outside of that most humanities or social sciences degrees are an option. Most STEM courses with a foundation year would also be an option.
Note though the combination of A-level Economics and A-level Business may be less competitive for certain universities.

The universities I am thinking of are Liverpool, Bath, Exeter, Lancaster, and maybe York, Durham and Warwick. I believe Manchester, UCL and Loughborough accept it, can't find any statements from the other universities.
However I do know people who have got into Warwick and Durham and did that exact combination - is this a rare case because the personal statement is a major influencing factor, or are you mainly referring to Oxbridge and LSE when u talk about business+econ being less competitive?

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Reply 4

artful_lounger

Universities Forum Helper

Original post by Ibrahimmakda

LSE certainly state explicitly they have issues with that. Can't see any specific language from UCL and others although historically I think it was an issue, but that may no longer be the case.

In any event the more important thing is subject, not uni - you could really choose from most things so you should focus first and foremost on identifying the subject you want to study, then picking a uni that is good for that subject that aligns with your predicted grades and A-level subjects.

Reply 5

Coventry University Student Ambassadors

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Hey There!

Your A-levels in Business, Economics, and Sociology provide you with a broad range of skills and open doors to various degree options beyond these subjects.
Here are some possibilities you can explore based on your interests and strengths.

You could pursue Business and Management, building on your knowledge of business and economics to prepare for careers in management, consulting, or entrepreneurship.
Relevant courses include
BSc Business Management - https://www.coventry.ac.uk/course-structure/ug/fbl/business-management-ba-hons/
BA International Business - https://www.coventry.ac.uk/course-structure/ug/fbl/international-business-management-bsc-hons/

Similarly, Economics and Finance is a great choice if you enjoy analyzing markets and policies or exploring finance and investment, with options like
BSc Economics - https://www.coventry.ac.uk/course-structure/ug/fbl/economics-bsc-hons/
or BSc Finance and Investment - https://www.coventry.ac.uk/course-structure/ug/fbl/finance-and-investment-bsc-hons/.

For a focus on societal issues, Sociology and Social Sciences degrees allow you to understand social systems and cultural trends.
Courses such as BA Sociology - https://www.coventry.ac.uk/course-structure/ug/fah/sociology-ba-hons/ and
BA Criminology and Sociology - https://www.coventry.ac.uk/course-structure/ug/fah/sociology-and-criminology-ba-hons/ are ideal.
Alternatively, Marketing and Media combines creativity and analysis, leading to careers in branding or advertising. Relevant programs include
BA Marketing and Advertising - https://www.coventry.ac.uk/course-structure/ug/fbl/advertising-and-digital-marketing-ba/ and BA Media and Communications - https://www.coventry.ac.uk/course-structure/ug/fah/media-and-communications-ba-hons/.

You could also consider Law and Criminology, leveraging your analytical skills for roles in law, policy, or criminology. Options include
LLB Law - https://www.coventry.ac.uk/course-structure/ug/fbl/law-llb-hons/ and
BA Criminology - https://www.coventry.ac.uk/course-structure/ug/hls/criminology-and-psychology-ba/.

If global issues interest you, International Relations and Politics degrees, such as
BA International Relations - https://www.coventry.ac.uk/course-structure/ug/fah/international-relations-ba-hons/. or
BA Politics - https://www.coventry.ac.uk/course-structure/ug/fah/politics-ba/, explore diplomacy, governance, and policy-making.

Finally, you could explore Psychology and Human Resources, using insights from Sociology to study human behavior and its applications in HR or counseling.
Courses like BSc Psychology - https://www.coventry.ac.uk/course-structure/ug/hls/psychology-bsc-hons/ and
BSc Human Resource Management - https://www.coventry.ac.uk/course-structure/ug/fbl/business-and-hr-management-ba-hons/ align with these interests.
Your A-levels provide you with flexibility and numerous pathways to explore.

Consider what excites you the most and aligns with your long-term goals, and you’ll find a degree that’s a perfect fit for you!

I hope this information helps you!
Good luck!

Best regards,
Reka - Coventry University Student Ambassador