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What uni would accept me with grades AAD?

I completed my a levels last year and applied for uni this year. I didn’t manage to get in to my top choices Exeter and Bristol. Both having a similar entry requirements of AAB. Just wondering what the likelihood is that business will be available in clearing and that I would be successful. I’m not sure if there is any russel group unis that would accept it ?
Hi Louise,

Thanks for reaching out! What end up in clearing varies a lot year on year and is very hard to predict. However, if you go to UCAS after 05th July this year you will be able to enter what area you're interested in into the search tool and see what comes up.

You'll have to have a check to see what grades each choice are looking for and any essential subject requirements. In your case, you may want to check out any that have UCAS points as an alternative to actual grade requirements as it may give you more options.

I'd also try not to be swayed by the RG label as at the end of the day, its just that: a label. Although there are good unis in the group, there are plenty of other good unis not in the group. It all comes down to what each course offers and if it sounds interesting to you.

I hope this helps a bit, and best of luck!

Holly
University of Bath
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Reply 2

What subject is the D grade?

With AAD, it would be a good idea to look at UCAS points type Unis rather than RG etc, who would be very unlikely to be in Clearing for Business, and even less likely to accept a D grade.

Reply 3

Original post by University of Bath
Hi Louise,
Thanks for reaching out! What end up in clearing varies a lot year on year and is very hard to predict. However, if you go to UCAS after 05th July this year you will be able to enter what area you're interested in into the search tool and see what comes up.
You'll have to have a check to see what grades each choice are looking for and any essential subject requirements. In your case, you may want to check out any that have UCAS points as an alternative to actual grade requirements as it may give you more options.
I'd also try not to be swayed by the RG label as at the end of the day, its just that: a label. Although there are good unis in the group, there are plenty of other good unis not in the group. It all comes down to what each course offers and if it sounds interesting to you.
I hope this helps a bit, and best of luck!
Holly
University of Bath

Thank you so much Holly ! I applied to bath too so might see what they have to offer in clearing as well. Just never know the leniency with unis especially during clearing. I messaged Bristol and they said they don’t tend to offer D grades in clearing so not feeling too hopeful 😭

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Original post by McGinger
What subject is the D grade?
With AAD, it would be a good idea to look at UCAS points type Unis rather than RG etc, who would be very unlikely to be in Clearing for Business, and even less likely to accept a D grade.

The D grade is biology

Reply 5

Original post by Louiseb1244
The D grade is biology


I’m in year 13 and literally ur grades is what I’m on rn (AAD) the D in biology too 😭 my firm is Liverpool tho

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Original post by ilovespareribs
I’m in year 13 and literally ur grades is what I’m on rn (AAD) the D in biology too 😭 my firm is Liverpool tho

Oh so you managed to get an offer from Liverpool?!
I literally cannot stand biology I wish I never took it I could’ve got AAA. I’m not hopeful at all and the wait for clearing is so intense

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Original post by Louiseb1244
Oh so you managed to get an offer from Liverpool?!
I literally cannot stand biology I wish I never took it I could’ve got AAA. I’m not hopeful at all and the wait for clearing is so intense


Yeah but was predicted A*AA but ngl I was never on an A in biology… my teacher just put it on there hahahah. Same I HATE biology so much I cry everyday regretting it so badly I do AQA and we r on essays and god I’m gonna fail

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Original post by ilovespareribs
Yeah but was predicted A*AA but ngl I was never on an A in biology… my teacher just put it on there hahahah. Same I HATE biology so much I cry everyday regretting it so badly I do AQA and we r on essays and god I’m gonna fail

Honestly just do your best at the end of the day everything happens for a reason !! I did OCR A last year and HATED IT but honestly it’s the reason I took a gap year and went to Australia so actually I only regret it when it comes down to the clearing process but it’s meant I’ve done so much more things with my life 😭 I’m just going to email as many unis prior and try and figure out what’s next. May just end up moving to aus at this point !

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Original post by Louiseb1244
Honestly just do your best at the end of the day everything happens for a reason !! I did OCR A last year and HATED IT but honestly it’s the reason I took a gap year and went to Australia so actually I only regret it when it comes down to the clearing process but it’s meant I’ve done so much more things with my life 😭 I’m just going to email as many unis prior and try and figure out what’s next. May just end up moving to aus at this point !


Gap year and Australia is calling my name too…
Was Exeter and Bristol ur insurance and firm?

Reply 10

Original post by ilovespareribs
Gap year and Australia is calling my name too…
Was Exeter and Bristol ur insurance and firm?

I didn’t have an insurance or firm as already have the grades ! So I applied to Bristol twice , bath , bath spa and Exeter and only got bath spa lol
Also
DO THE GAP YEAR , Australia is amazing you won’t regret it

Reply 11

Original post by Louiseb1244
I didn’t have an insurance or firm as already have the grades ! So I applied to Bristol twice , bath , bath spa and Exeter and only got bath spa lol
Also
DO THE GAP YEAR , Australia is amazing you won’t regret it


I meant for last year what was ur entire application process like what courses n unis did you firm n insure for when you actually applied to them or did u not apply at the start

Reply 12

Original post by Louiseb1244
I didn’t have an insurance or firm as already have the grades ! So I applied to Bristol twice , bath , bath spa and Exeter and only got bath spa lol
Also
DO THE GAP YEAR , Australia is amazing you won’t regret it


I wish I could do the gap year if I had the funds 😭

Reply 13

Original post by ilovespareribs
I meant for last year what was ur entire application process like what courses n unis did you firm n insure for when you actually applied to them or did u not apply at the start

Ohhh so I applied for biology last year lol and I firmed Exeter for AAB and Surrey as my insurance. Somehow got into Surrey but I decided it wasn’t for me and then worked my arse off and went to aus in feb

Reply 14

Original post by Louiseb1244
Ohhh so I applied for biology last year lol and I firmed Exeter for AAB and Surrey as my insurance. Somehow got into Surrey but I decided it wasn’t for me and then worked my arse off and went to aus in feb


that’s so valid it was probs cos the D was obvs in biology but it’s fine with business n clearing now bc biology doesn’t relate to it

Reply 15

Original post by Louiseb1244
I completed my a levels last year and applied for uni this year. I didn’t manage to get in to my top choices Exeter and Bristol. Both having a similar entry requirements of AAB. Just wondering what the likelihood is that business will be available in clearing and that I would be successful. I’m not sure if there is any russel group unis that would accept it ?

Hi @Louiseb1244 ,

Clearing is an excellent way to get into university! Firstly, I recommend looking at the grade requirements of some universities you are interested in, this way you can get a general idea of what will be required of you.

Secondly, I recommend expanding your search outside Russel groups. Many universities outside Russel groups have excellent business courses. I'd love to share a bit about UCLan, which is the top business school in the north west. I'm currently studying business and management and I can confidently this course is preparing me for the changing business landscape. It priorities building strong foundations of knowledge before deepening our understandings. My favourite part of what the university offers is our unique student enterprise, which advices and guides students in setting up their businesses, alongside having the possibility of funding and work space.

Overall, I'm confident you will find an excellent university with your grades if you search wider than Russel groups :smile:.

I hope this helps, please feel free to ask me any questions,
-Sophia (Business and Management)

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