Is triple science for A-Levels alright for a STEM major without Mathematics?

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I am planning to take biotechnology for my uni major and I am most likely going to take the 3 sciences (Bio, Chem, Phy) for my A-Levels but I am in concern that I might require Mathematics to apply to universities. Is it okay if I do not take Mathematics and instead go for triple sciences?

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Chem74

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by tzukiwi_

I am planning to take biotechnology for my uni major and I am most likely going to take the 3 sciences (Bio, Chem, Phy) for my A-Levels but I am in concern that I might require Mathematics to apply to universities. Is it okay if I do not take Mathematics and instead go for triple sciences?

It will depend on where you are applying, if you are looking for a UK uni; the bets advice is to draw up a shortlist and look at each in turn (eg Manchester is a great uni for sciences and you would be fine there) BSc Biotechnology - entry requirements (2025 entry) | The University of Manchester

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eggboiled2474

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by tzukiwi_

I am planning to take biotechnology for my uni major and I am most likely going to take the 3 sciences (Bio, Chem, Phy) for my A-Levels but I am in concern that I might require Mathematics to apply to universities. Is it okay if I do not take Mathematics and instead go for triple sciences?

You should have a look at least 10 universities you are interested in and see if they require, or even recommend A-level Maths. I've had a look at a few uni's and it seems that it is mostly not a requirement. If you can, maybe get in touch with people studying Biotech and see what they think.

In my opinion, A-level maths is a super useful and respected A-level. Many courses value it highly and if you decide to apply to a different degree, you might end up needing A-level Maths.

Also, doing A-level maths is generally very useful and would likely set you up quite well for the bits of maths you do in your degree.

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McGinger

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by tzukiwi_

I am planning to take biotechnology for my uni major and I am most likely going to take the 3 sciences (Bio, Chem, Phy) for my A-Levels but I am in concern that I might require Mathematics to apply to universities. Is it okay if I do not take Mathematics and instead go for triple sciences?

Maths isnt required or preferred for Biotechnology (it usually is needed for Bioengineering)
Manchester- BSc Biotechnology (2025 entry) | The University of Manchester - AAB/AAA including two of Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Mathematics.. You must have a minimum of grades AA in at least two of these Core Sciences.
Birmingham - Biotechnology BSc - University of Birmingham - AAB including two from Chemistry, Biology, Human Biology, Physics, Mathematics, Further Mathematics, Statistics - at least one of which must be Chemistry or Biology/Human Biology
Essex - BSc Biotechnology - Biotechnology Degree | University of Essex - BBB - BBC including B in Biology, Chemistry, Human Biology or Life and Health Sciences.

Is triple science for A-Levels alright for a STEM major without Mathematics?

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