Wanting to change Alevel subjects.

Im in year 12 right now doing alevel biology, chemistry and psychology. Ive been really struggling with biology and chemistry (getting Es and Ds). I realised in November that medicine is not for me and i wanted to do different alevel subjects. I spoke with my colleges career advisor and she spoke mostly abt careers i can do with my subjects other than medicine. The thing is i dont want to do anything sceince related anymore.
My parents became rlly disappointed in me so i forced myself to stop thinking abt it.
But 4 months later im back to thinking about that. I was thinking of doing alevel computer science and art 3d design- but most colleges/sixth forms require art gcse. Some need a really good portfolio only. So i was thinking of dropping out around this time and strengthening my art skills for the portfolio.
BUT i encountered another difficulty- its illegal to not be in full time education or training til 18. I asked chat gpt n since i have the intention of doing alevels again, i can work part time and teach myself (informally).
I need advice pls help

What r ur GCSEs grades to begin with ?

Im in year 12 right now doing alevel biology, chemistry and psychology. Ive been really struggling with biology and chemistry (getting Es and Ds). I realised in November that medicine is not for me and i wanted to do different alevel subjects. I spoke with my colleges career advisor and she spoke mostly abt careers i can do with my subjects other than medicine. The thing is i dont want to do anything sceince related anymore.
My parents became rlly disappointed in me so i forced myself to stop thinking abt it.
But 4 months later im back to thinking about that. I was thinking of doing alevel computer science and art 3d design- but most colleges/sixth forms require art gcse. Some need a really good portfolio only. So i was thinking of dropping out around this time and strengthening my art skills for the portfolio.
BUT i encountered another difficulty- its illegal to not be in full time education or training til 18. I asked chat gpt n since i have the intention of doing alevels again, i can work part time and teach myself (informally).
I need advice pls help

Hi @urmum002,
Have you tried speaking to your college's Head of Year or your current subject teachers? If you're struggling with Biology and Chemistry from an academic perspective and don't think they're the right subjects for you, it's best to change subjects sooner rather than later and pursue something you're more passionate about.
If you're looking to create an art portfolio, it might be a good idea to reach out to your current college's art teacher/teachers and ask if they could possibly give you any tips. Whilst creating a portfolio can be time-consuming, it can definitely be done around the typical school schedule (e.g. during the evenings/free periods), so you might not necessarily need to drop out immediatedly to focus on it.
Hope this was helpful,
Eve (Kingston Rep).

I think you should look at FE colleges and a Foundation Art diploma. This is a great ( and free) one year course after A levels that many art students do to determine the direction their art should take before starting a degree. They usually require some A levels and a portfolio. Some universities (eg Kingston and AUB, Oxford Brooks) do theim too (although it is not the same as a foundation year so be careful)
Keep up with your A levels if you are likely to get something out of them by the end of two years, as they will keep your future options open.