do i need to do anything in y11 summer

tiger2025

i don't rlly wnat to be studying loads like i just mainly want to go out and relax in y11 summer and have fun cs everyone says it is the best summer ever

but just does anyone who is y12/13 think it is important to just do a bit of studies like when ur free ?
only i am worried because i picked fm so i have to do maths a level in y12 and it looks really hard
i'll work hard in y12 but some ppl say to try self teach urself some of the modules in the summer but idk if it js worth it

in gcse i am at a 9 but ik it is diff in a level and i am not naturally super good at maths it takes me time to improve
js any advice wld be helpful thanks !

Reply 1

96jenniekim

if ur school is like mine, you might be given "bridging work" to do over the holidays from ur chosen A-Level subjects. this is just stuff that introduces you to the course content and follows on from gcse, won't be too heavy. i would say just doing the work they may set you over the holidays would be enough, although if you want a head start you could watch a few introductory videos on youtube or something. def no heavy work, i also wouldnt suggest teaching yourself modules before you even reach y12 because the chances of you confusing yourself are prob quite high, doing a bit of prereading / light research is more than enough imo.

otherwise, enjoy the holidays!! its the longest summer you will probably ever have and u should def enjoy it

Reply 2

mass63

What A level subjects you are planning to take and what university subject you want to study.?

Reply 3

tiger2025

Original post by 96jenniekim

if ur school is like mine, you might be given "bridging work" to do over the holidays from ur chosen A-Level subjects. this is just stuff that introduces you to the course content and follows on from gcse, won't be too heavy. i would say just doing the work they may set you over the holidays would be enough, although if you want a head start you could watch a few introductory videos on youtube or something. def no heavy work, i also wouldnt suggest teaching yourself modules before you even reach y12 because the chances of you confusing yourself are prob quite high, doing a bit of prereading / light research is more than enough imo.
otherwise, enjoy the holidays!! its the longest summer you will probably ever have and u should def enjoy it

okay thanks for this advice!! yeah they have given a few tasks like to ease the transition i'll do those thank you!!

Reply 4

tiger2025

Original post by mass63

What A level subjects you are planning to take and what university subject you want to study.?

maths, fm, physics and econ! i want to do something like MORSE at warwick ot actuarial science . just something finance / maths related

Reply 5

UCLan_Sophia

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Original post by tiger2025

i don't rlly wnat to be studying loads like i just mainly want to go out and relax in y11 summer and have fun cs everyone says it is the best summer ever
but just does anyone who is y12/13 think it is important to just do a bit of studies like when ur free ?
only i am worried because i picked fm so i have to do maths a level in y12 and it looks really hard
i'll work hard in y12 but some ppl say to try self teach urself some of the modules in the summer but idk if it js worth it
in gcse i am at a 9 but ik it is diff in a level and i am not naturally super good at maths it takes me time to improve
js any advice wld be helpful thanks !

Hi @tiger2025 ,

Honestly, there often is not loads required over the summer so it is a great chance to relax before being thrown into A-levels. As over comments have said, if your looking for a chill summer then stick to the work provided to prepare you for A-levels. However, this is not always the case as I personally was given no work over the summer and I did not feel disadvantaged at all to those who independently found work.

If you do decide to do some independent work that's great too, however I recommend sticking with the introductory stuff. Additionally, some courses have multiple option modules and your teacher will decide which you will take therefore unless you inquire you may be uncertain which modules will be the right one.

I hope this helps, please feel free to ask me any question,
-Sophia (University of Central Lancashire)

Reply 6

depriveofsocial

Original post by tiger2025

i don't rlly wnat to be studying loads like i just mainly want to go out and relax in y11 summer and have fun cs everyone says it is the best summer ever
but just does anyone who is y12/13 think it is important to just do a bit of studies like when ur free ?
only i am worried because i picked fm so i have to do maths a level in y12 and it looks really hard
i'll work hard in y12 but some ppl say to try self teach urself some of the modules in the summer but idk if it js worth it
in gcse i am at a 9 but ik it is diff in a level and i am not naturally super good at maths it takes me time to improve
js any advice wld be helpful thanks !

Personally, I didn’t do any work during the summer because I was busy with other things like moving and health issues! But I would advise you to go over a run down before you start your A-Levels. So for Maths, perhaps go over some algebra equations, nothing TOO complex. I did A-Level Maths in my first year of Yr12, and it started quite easily with GCSE content. It’s not a massive jump at the start, but after a week or two, you’ll start to see it. Just keep up to date with the work and remember to always ask questions! (With your other subjects, they might set work, but don’t be too stressed about it. I’m pretty sure there will be students who haven’t done anything over the summer)!

Reply 7

tiger2025

Original post by depriveofsocial

okay thanks sm!!

Reply 8

aysha.9z

just brush up any topics you do not understand!! alevel maths has a lot overlap with gcse maths so make sure ur gcse maths is rlly solid

Reply 9

NU London Kate

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Original post by tiger2025

i don't rlly wnat to be studying loads like i just mainly want to go out and relax in y11 summer and have fun cs everyone says it is the best summer ever
but just does anyone who is y12/13 think it is important to just do a bit of studies like when ur free ?
only i am worried because i picked fm so i have to do maths a level in y12 and it looks really hard
i'll work hard in y12 but some ppl say to try self teach urself some of the modules in the summer but idk if it js worth it
in gcse i am at a 9 but ik it is diff in a level and i am not naturally super good at maths it takes me time to improve
js any advice wld be helpful thanks !

Hiya,

Totally get that you want to relax, I did too tbh, But if I were you, I’d just try and use a bit of the time to figure out how you study best and maybe prep a little for sixth form or college. Even just checking out what topics you’ll be doing can help loads. Future you will be soooo thankful, it honestly saves so much time and stress later.

If maths takes a bit longer to click (which is totally normal btw), I highly recommend going over a few topics or just watching some YouTube vids so things feel a bit more familiar when you start.

Also, check out summer schools! They actually help a lot, look great on personal statements, and you get support with uni preparation too. Northeastern University London has some really cool ones, but there are loads out there depending on what you're into.
Most importantly though, please look after yourself. Pick up a hobby, chill out a bit, but maybe do a tiny bit of prep, especially if you’re doing Further Maths. Just enough so you're not overwhelmed later on.

Best of luck with your studies!
Kate
Northeastern university London representative