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Can I Still Get into a Top Uni for Business Without Good GCSE Maths

Hey everyone, I could really use some advice. I’m aiming for a business-related degree at a good UK university, but my IGCSE Foundation Maths grade is probably going to be a 3 or 4, and I know top universities like LSE or Oxbridge usually need a 6 or higher in Maths. I’m wondering if I should resit the exam to improve my grade or if I should focus on university courses related to business that don’t require much maths. Are there any good universities offering business-related courses where Maths isn’t a major requirement? Basically, I’m looking for advice on whether resitting Maths is worth it, and what university courses I can apply to in the business field that don’t need much maths. Thanks a lot!
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by HHELPSOS
Hey everyone, I could really use some advice. I’m aiming for a business-related degree at a good UK university, but my IGCSE Foundation Maths grade is probably going to be a 3 or 4, and I know top universities like LSE or Oxbridge usually need a 6 or higher in Maths. I’m wondering if I should resit the exam to improve my grade or if I should focus on university courses related to business that don’t require much maths. Are there any good universities offering business-related courses where Maths isn’t a major requirement? Basically, I’m looking for advice on whether resitting Maths is worth it, and what university courses I can apply to in the business field that don’t need much maths. Thanks a lot!


A resit is worth it if it opens up the options for you as GCSE requirements are mandatory. Use the UCAS website to search for other business courses and check the entry requirements for a range of unis.

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