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hi, im picking my a-level subject options and im a bit unsure what to take. if anyone could give advice on which combination of subjects would work best please let me know. my subject combinations that i will pick from are:

- economics, biology, psychology
- economics, geography, psychology
- economics, sociology, psychology
- psychology, sociology, biology

thanks

Reply 1

SofiaDC

if you’re into specific career paths:

1. economics, biology, psychology
• great if you’re considering healthcare, psychology careers, or something like neuroeconomics. bio keeps science doors open, and economics is super versatile.
2. economics, geography, psychology
• perfect for humanities, business, or environmental studies. geography links well with economics (think urban planning, sustainable development).
3. economics, sociology, psychology
• awesome for social sciences like criminology, marketing, or human resources. sociology and psych complement each other well.
4. psychology, sociology, biology
• ideal if you’re leaning towards healthcare, social work, or psychological research.

Do you wanna go more science-based or humanities/social sciences?
What subjects do you actually enjoy and find easiest to study?
What uni are you aiming for? Sometimes they have preferences.
Chat with your teachers—sometimes their insight can help clarify.

hope this helps!

Reply 2

McGinger

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Economics without Maths can be limiting in terms of Economics / related degree subjects.

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If you want to do a Psychology degree you will often need a second science subject, plus a good GCSE Maths grade.

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Both Geog and Sociology are useful essay-based subjects - Unis will often accept Geog as a 'science related subject' as well as a social science, and Sociology is just interesting for understanding the world we live in, regardless of what degree / career you might eventually decide on.

Reply 3

AN.3103

Original post by SofiaDC

if you’re into specific career paths:
1. economics, biology, psychology
• great if you’re considering healthcare, psychology careers, or something like neuroeconomics. bio keeps science doors open, and economics is super versatile.
2. economics, geography, psychology
• perfect for humanities, business, or environmental studies. geography links well with economics (think urban planning, sustainable development).
3. economics, sociology, psychology
• awesome for social sciences like criminology, marketing, or human resources. sociology and psych complement each other well.
4. psychology, sociology, biology
• ideal if you’re leaning towards healthcare, social work, or psychological research.
Do you wanna go more science-based or humanities/social sciences?
What subjects do you actually enjoy and find easiest to study?
What uni are you aiming for? Sometimes they have preferences.
Chat with your teachers—sometimes their insight can help clarify.
hope this helps!

oh my gosh this was so so helpful, thank you so much!! i was thinking criminology/social science type vibe but there's no particular uni i'm aiming for but i was having a look at birmingham, exeter and warwick as i heard they were good. i think i am leaning towards economics, sociology and psychology!

Reply 4

AN.3103

Original post by McGinger

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Economics without Maths can be limiting in terms of Economics / related degree subjects.

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If you want to do a Psychology degree you will often need a second science subject, plus a good GCSE Maths grade.

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thank you very much, this is really helpful!! do you think economics is a good subject to have in general even if i lean towards a psychology degree?

Reply 5

SofiaDC

Original post by AN.3103

thank you very much, this is really helpful!! do you think economics is a good subject to have in general even if i lean towards a psychology degree?

Economics is always a useful subject to have, as it opens up job opportunities such as being a data analyst or financial manager - but of course, you're going for a psychology degree so those aren't going to be your go-to jobs but they definitely are good back-ups and typically well-paying.