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4-Alevels too much work?

Hi, I am thinking of taking 4 a levels.

That would consist of:

English Language and Literature
Biology
Psychology
Geography

Would this combination be too hard? For context, I am aiming for straight 9's at GCSE, currently standing at 999999888 from my most recent November Yr.11 mocks.
Any replies, regarding the amount of content of ANY of these subjects and/or this specific a level combo would be truly APPRECIATED!

I would start revising STRAIGHT AWAY (ie one week into sixth form) Still 2 much content??? (which does reflect my revision of GCSE (started in late yr9, to achieve the 'good' grades))

Reply 1

flowersinmyhair

Volunteer Section Leader, Clearing and Applications Advisor

Moved to A-levels :smile:

For any university course in the UK, you only need 3 A-levels. Do you have anything specific you want to do in the future?

Reply 2

20aneely123

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by flowersinmyhair

Moved to A-levels :smile:

For any university course in the UK, you only need 3 A-levels. Do you have anything specific you want to do in the future?

I am wanting to do medicine (ik my a levels don't match, by 9 unis are fine with this combo - I have done the research!!)
I also want to do Law or politics, hence the 4-A levels

Reply 3

flowersinmyhair

Volunteer Section Leader, Clearing and Applications Advisor

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by 20aneely123

I am wanting to do medicine (ik my a levels don't match, by 9 unis are fine with this combo - I have done the research!!)
I also want to do Law or politics, hence the 4-A levels

You are severely limiting your university options by not doing chemistry. I am not familiar with politics entry requirements, but law doesn't usually have specific subject requirements (essay subjects are viewed favourably generally though).

Reply 4

20aneely123

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by flowersinmyhair

Yes, thanks, I am aware about the limitations of medical unis, but all the ones I WANT to apply to do need need it, so I thought why not take Bio and Psy (Manchester, Sheffield, Newcastle and Plymouth or Lancaster)

Reply 5

flowersinmyhair

Volunteer Section Leader, Clearing and Applications Advisor

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by 20aneely123

What if you change your mind on the medical schools though? Four A-levels could be beneficial to you if you can do well (and based on what I've seen you can). I think you need to consider your A-level options carefully, and maybe speak to someone in real life about your A-level options, if that is available to you.