how far can I go
Hello
I am year 12 student, going to year 13 this fall.
I want to know roughly how far can I go in terms of university
I'm pretty sure I will get 4A* in predicted grade (Chemistry, Maths, Further Maths, Physics) (Based on my school exam results)
Got 6A*+2A in GCSE (does it weaken my application? cuz I saw many people in my school with like 10A* or even 12A*)
But I think my supercurriculars are quite weak
I did
a few MOOCs
2 week summer program in university (science and engineering)
some awards (UKMT gold in last couple of years + gold in local maths competition)
joined some local maths competition as school team in last few years (roughly 10th out of 30 schools every time)
and in this summer I will do
online research program (about 6 week)
online summer school (chemistry)
1 week work experience (not confirmed yet - might not be able to do it)
I want to apply for chemistry or chemical engineering
In this case, how far can I go?
I really want to go UCL, is it feasible option?
I am year 12 student, going to year 13 this fall.
I want to know roughly how far can I go in terms of university
I'm pretty sure I will get 4A* in predicted grade (Chemistry, Maths, Further Maths, Physics) (Based on my school exam results)
Got 6A*+2A in GCSE (does it weaken my application? cuz I saw many people in my school with like 10A* or even 12A*)
But I think my supercurriculars are quite weak
I did
a few MOOCs
2 week summer program in university (science and engineering)
some awards (UKMT gold in last couple of years + gold in local maths competition)
joined some local maths competition as school team in last few years (roughly 10th out of 30 schools every time)
and in this summer I will do
online research program (about 6 week)
online summer school (chemistry)
1 week work experience (not confirmed yet - might not be able to do it)
I want to apply for chemistry or chemical engineering
In this case, how far can I go?
I really want to go UCL, is it feasible option?
Reply 1
as far as you can dream !
Reply 2
Original post
by hapnerHello
I am year 12 student, going to year 13 this fall.
I want to know roughly how far can I go in terms of university
I'm pretty sure I will get 4A* in predicted grade (Chemistry, Maths, Further Maths, Physics) (Based on my school exam results)
Got 6A*+2A in GCSE (does it weaken my application? cuz I saw many people in my school with like 10A* or even 12A*)
But I think my supercurriculars are quite weak
I did
a few MOOCs
2 week summer program in university (science and engineering)
some awards (UKMT gold in last couple of years + gold in local maths competition)
joined some local maths competition as school team in last few years (roughly 10th out of 30 schools every time)
and in this summer I will do
online research program (about 6 week)
online summer school (chemistry)
1 week work experience (not confirmed yet - might not be able to do it)
I want to apply for chemistry or chemical engineering
In this case, how far can I go?
I really want to go UCL, is it feasible option?
I am year 12 student, going to year 13 this fall.
I want to know roughly how far can I go in terms of university
I'm pretty sure I will get 4A* in predicted grade (Chemistry, Maths, Further Maths, Physics) (Based on my school exam results)
Got 6A*+2A in GCSE (does it weaken my application? cuz I saw many people in my school with like 10A* or even 12A*)
But I think my supercurriculars are quite weak
I did
a few MOOCs
2 week summer program in university (science and engineering)
some awards (UKMT gold in last couple of years + gold in local maths competition)
joined some local maths competition as school team in last few years (roughly 10th out of 30 schools every time)
and in this summer I will do
online research program (about 6 week)
online summer school (chemistry)
1 week work experience (not confirmed yet - might not be able to do it)
I want to apply for chemistry or chemical engineering
In this case, how far can I go?
I really want to go UCL, is it feasible option?
Yes. Also apply to Cambridge
Reply 3
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Go to Open Days happening now, listen to subject presentations for both these subjects and think about which one you prefer. Just be aware that Chem Eng is not 'applied Chemistry' and is an Engineering degree.
Btw, its also worth looking at Natural Sciences - an inter-disciplinary science program - with different subject combinations at each Uni. Examples :
Natural Sciences, BA (Hons) and MSci | Undergraduate Study - Cambridge
Natural Sciences BSc, MNatSc | University of Leeds
etc
Btw, its also worth looking at Natural Sciences - an inter-disciplinary science program - with different subject combinations at each Uni. Examples :
Natural Sciences, BA (Hons) and MSci | Undergraduate Study - Cambridge
Natural Sciences BSc, MNatSc | University of Leeds
etc
Original post
by hapnerHello
I am year 12 student, going to year 13 this fall.
I want to know roughly how far can I go in terms of university
I'm pretty sure I will get 4A* in predicted grade (Chemistry, Maths, Further Maths, Physics) (Based on my school exam results)
Got 6A*+2A in GCSE (does it weaken my application? cuz I saw many people in my school with like 10A* or even 12A*)
But I think my supercurriculars are quite weak
I did
a few MOOCs
2 week summer program in university (science and engineering)
some awards (UKMT gold in last couple of years + gold in local maths competition)
joined some local maths competition as school team in last few years (roughly 10th out of 30 schools every time)
and in this summer I will do
online research program (about 6 week)
online summer school (chemistry)
1 week work experience (not confirmed yet - might not be able to do it)
I want to apply for chemistry or chemical engineering
In this case, how far can I go?
I really want to go UCL, is it feasible option?
I am year 12 student, going to year 13 this fall.
I want to know roughly how far can I go in terms of university
I'm pretty sure I will get 4A* in predicted grade (Chemistry, Maths, Further Maths, Physics) (Based on my school exam results)
Got 6A*+2A in GCSE (does it weaken my application? cuz I saw many people in my school with like 10A* or even 12A*)
But I think my supercurriculars are quite weak
I did
a few MOOCs
2 week summer program in university (science and engineering)
some awards (UKMT gold in last couple of years + gold in local maths competition)
joined some local maths competition as school team in last few years (roughly 10th out of 30 schools every time)
and in this summer I will do
online research program (about 6 week)
online summer school (chemistry)
1 week work experience (not confirmed yet - might not be able to do it)
I want to apply for chemistry or chemical engineering
In this case, how far can I go?
I really want to go UCL, is it feasible option?
Hi there! (:
First wanted to say it sounds like your predicted great grades and have been doing loads of extra-cirriculars!, so well done
UCL is definitely a feasible option, especially with 4A* predicted and a strong subject combination. I’d recommend checking the exact entry requirements for Chemistry or Chemical Engineering on their website to make sure you’re meeting them - if you are, you’ll be considered just as fairly as any other applicant. (:
Your extra-cirruclars will also help you to stand out and so long as your showing your passion for the subject you should be all good for UCAS!! (:
Also just wanted to add, i study chemistry at uni, not at UCL but if your wanting to know how i find the course or have any other questions just let me know!
Best of luck 😊
Emily
Year 3, Chemistry
Official University Of Strathclyde Rep
Best of luck - you're in a strong position!
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hapner
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by University of Strathclyde Student AmbassadorHi there! (:
First wanted to say it sounds like your predicted great grades and have been doing loads of extra-cirriculars!, so well done
UCL is definitely a feasible option, especially with 4A* predicted and a strong subject combination. I’d recommend checking the exact entry requirements for Chemistry or Chemical Engineering on their website to make sure you’re meeting them - if you are, you’ll be considered just as fairly as any other applicant. (:
Your extra-cirruclars will also help you to stand out and so long as your showing your passion for the subject you should be all good for UCAS!! (:
Also just wanted to add, i study chemistry at uni, not at UCL but if your wanting to know how i find the course or have any other questions just let me know!
Best of luck 😊
Emily
Year 3, Chemistry
Official University Of Strathclyde Rep
Best of luck - you're in a strong position!
First wanted to say it sounds like your predicted great grades and have been doing loads of extra-cirriculars!, so well done
UCL is definitely a feasible option, especially with 4A* predicted and a strong subject combination. I’d recommend checking the exact entry requirements for Chemistry or Chemical Engineering on their website to make sure you’re meeting them - if you are, you’ll be considered just as fairly as any other applicant. (:
Your extra-cirruclars will also help you to stand out and so long as your showing your passion for the subject you should be all good for UCAS!! (:
Also just wanted to add, i study chemistry at uni, not at UCL but if your wanting to know how i find the course or have any other questions just let me know!
Best of luck 😊
Emily
Year 3, Chemistry
Official University Of Strathclyde Rep
Best of luck - you're in a strong position!
Thank you for kind reply. I want to ask if chemistry in university is similar to chemistry in school. I heard some subjects, like maths, are very different in school and uni. Do you think I would enjoy chemistry in uni if I enjoy chemistry in school?
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by hapnerThank you for kind reply. I want to ask if chemistry in university is similar to chemistry in school. I heard some subjects, like maths, are very different in school and uni. Do you think I would enjoy chemistry in uni if I enjoy chemistry in school?
Go to University Open Days - and listen to the course/subject presentations about the course content.
It won't be just 'more of A level Chemistry'.
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hapner
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by McGingerGo to University Open Days - and listen to the course/subject presentations about the course content.
It won't be just 'more of A level Chemistry'.
It won't be just 'more of A level Chemistry'.
Oh ok thank you very much for informing
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by hapnerThank you for kind reply. I want to ask if chemistry in university is similar to chemistry in school. I heard some subjects, like maths, are very different in school and uni. Do you think I would enjoy chemistry in uni if I enjoy chemistry in school?
Hi there! - its no problem glad you found it helpful (:
For me the main difference ive found between uni chemistry & highschool chemistry was the labs, I think this was partially because i missed a lot of practcles in school because of covid and the enitre practical part of my exams was taken out, but I found how hands on and regular the labs were compared to school was great and also let me see what i was learning and how it actually works - not sure if that really makes sense lol but found it super interesting to actually see as sometimes i find with chemistry its a bit difficult to visulise in your head! - Also a lot of the lab report writing and things like that werent really covered much for me at school so i found that a bit challenging and different at first but found a lot of people were also in the same boat with that type of thing and lots of help was available! 😊
I also picked chemistry because it was one of my favourite subjects at school and wasnt exactly sure what I wanted to do so thought a chem degree would give me a whole bunch of options! In my first year beforehand i'd studied my adv higher chem (the scottish a-level equivilant) and found id covered some of the content before and that any new stuff was explained in a straightforward way and that the lecturers were always up for a chat about anything confusing or just in general to clarify anything a bit more challenging!
I also found some of the skills im developing through my degree, such as reading scientific articles and being able to take in and summarise these findings, alongside lab techniques are things which are very different from at school but are something which if your passionite and enjoy the subject are very interesting -I also find it pretty cool when im reading someones research to see whats going on atm within chemistry and how its being applied to real life! (:
I think if you enjoyed chemistry at school, enjoyed the problem solving aspects and the labs then youll find it to be a really fun degree! 😁
Emily (:
Year 3, Chemistry
Official University Of Strathclyde Rep
Also wanted to say as others were mentioning if u have a look on the unis website you can see the course content from first year & beyond - liekly some of the first year stuff may be familiar from school but ive found a lot to have branched off since - still been really enjoying it though!! just a bit different with how much more content you get compared to school & the depth of that content )
Some things found I'd covered at school but when I got to uni, it was taught a bit differently & with a lot more detail - others were completly new. Most content though especially in my first year started at a pretty basic level to ensure everyone is on the same page before it gets more complex, since unis are aware everyone comes into higher education from a different eduactional background (:
) Some things found I'd covered at school but when I got to uni, it was taught a bit differently & with a lot more detail - others were completly new. Most content though especially in my first year started at a pretty basic level to ensure everyone is on the same page before it gets more complex, since unis are aware everyone comes into higher education from a different eduactional background (:
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by hapnerHello
I am year 12 student, going to year 13 this fall.
I want to know roughly how far can I go in terms of university
I'm pretty sure I will get 4A* in predicted grade (Chemistry, Maths, Further Maths, Physics) (Based on my school exam results)
Got 6A*+2A in GCSE (does it weaken my application? cuz I saw many people in my school with like 10A* or even 12A*)
But I think my supercurriculars are quite weak
I did
a few MOOCs
2 week summer program in university (science and engineering)
some awards (UKMT gold in last couple of years + gold in local maths competition)
joined some local maths competition as school team in last few years (roughly 10th out of 30 schools every time)
and in this summer I will do
online research program (about 6 week)
online summer school (chemistry)
1 week work experience (not confirmed yet - might not be able to do it)
I want to apply for chemistry or chemical engineering
In this case, how far can I go?
I really want to go UCL, is it feasible option?
I am year 12 student, going to year 13 this fall.
I want to know roughly how far can I go in terms of university
I'm pretty sure I will get 4A* in predicted grade (Chemistry, Maths, Further Maths, Physics) (Based on my school exam results)
Got 6A*+2A in GCSE (does it weaken my application? cuz I saw many people in my school with like 10A* or even 12A*)
But I think my supercurriculars are quite weak
I did
a few MOOCs
2 week summer program in university (science and engineering)
some awards (UKMT gold in last couple of years + gold in local maths competition)
joined some local maths competition as school team in last few years (roughly 10th out of 30 schools every time)
and in this summer I will do
online research program (about 6 week)
online summer school (chemistry)
1 week work experience (not confirmed yet - might not be able to do it)
I want to apply for chemistry or chemical engineering
In this case, how far can I go?
I really want to go UCL, is it feasible option?
Hi @hapner ,
Wow you have really done a lot of work to boost your application, I'm sure universities will be impressed! I see you have already had some excellent advice.
When it comes to going to UCL, as long as you get the grade requirements I truly do believe you have a great chance. The fact you are tailoring your extra curriculars to support your passion for the subject really shows you are an excellent candidate.
Your experience and grades will bring you far, however make sure you do have back up options other than UCL. If possible, attend some other open days so you can find out what universities are right for you. Going in person is an great opportunity to see if the university fits your criteria, vibe and if the course is right for your career path.
You are definitely on the right path to end up at UCL, as other comments have stated just make sure you match their criteria and see if there is and additional requirements.
I hope this helps, please feel free to ask me any questions,
-Sophia (University of Central Lancashire)
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Original post
by hapnerHello
I am year 12 student, going to year 13 this fall.
I want to know roughly how far can I go in terms of university
I'm pretty sure I will get 4A* in predicted grade (Chemistry, Maths, Further Maths, Physics) (Based on my school exam results)
Got 6A*+2A in GCSE (does it weaken my application? cuz I saw many people in my school with like 10A* or even 12A*)
But I think my supercurriculars are quite weak
I did
a few MOOCs
2 week summer program in university (science and engineering)
some awards (UKMT gold in last couple of years + gold in local maths competition)
joined some local maths competition as school team in last few years (roughly 10th out of 30 schools every time)
and in this summer I will do
online research program (about 6 week)
online summer school (chemistry)
1 week work experience (not confirmed yet - might not be able to do it)
I want to apply for chemistry or chemical engineering
In this case, how far can I go?
I really want to go UCL, is it feasible option?
I am year 12 student, going to year 13 this fall.
I want to know roughly how far can I go in terms of university
I'm pretty sure I will get 4A* in predicted grade (Chemistry, Maths, Further Maths, Physics) (Based on my school exam results)
Got 6A*+2A in GCSE (does it weaken my application? cuz I saw many people in my school with like 10A* or even 12A*)
But I think my supercurriculars are quite weak
I did
a few MOOCs
2 week summer program in university (science and engineering)
some awards (UKMT gold in last couple of years + gold in local maths competition)
joined some local maths competition as school team in last few years (roughly 10th out of 30 schools every time)
and in this summer I will do
online research program (about 6 week)
online summer school (chemistry)
1 week work experience (not confirmed yet - might not be able to do it)
I want to apply for chemistry or chemical engineering
In this case, how far can I go?
I really want to go UCL, is it feasible option?
I know somebody who got into chemical engineering and did 0 extracurriculars and was predicted 3As so you’ll be fine
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by hapnerHello
I am year 12 student, going to year 13 this fall.
I want to know roughly how far can I go in terms of university
I'm pretty sure I will get 4A* in predicted grade (Chemistry, Maths, Further Maths, Physics) (Based on my school exam results)
Got 6A*+2A in GCSE (does it weaken my application? cuz I saw many people in my school with like 10A* or even 12A*)
But I think my supercurriculars are quite weak
I did
a few MOOCs
2 week summer program in university (science and engineering)
some awards (UKMT gold in last couple of years + gold in local maths competition)
joined some local maths competition as school team in last few years (roughly 10th out of 30 schools every time)
and in this summer I will do
online research program (about 6 week)
online summer school (chemistry)
1 week work experience (not confirmed yet - might not be able to do it)
I want to apply for chemistry or chemical engineering
In this case, how far can I go?
I really want to go UCL, is it feasible option?
I am year 12 student, going to year 13 this fall.
I want to know roughly how far can I go in terms of university
I'm pretty sure I will get 4A* in predicted grade (Chemistry, Maths, Further Maths, Physics) (Based on my school exam results)
Got 6A*+2A in GCSE (does it weaken my application? cuz I saw many people in my school with like 10A* or even 12A*)
But I think my supercurriculars are quite weak
I did
a few MOOCs
2 week summer program in university (science and engineering)
some awards (UKMT gold in last couple of years + gold in local maths competition)
joined some local maths competition as school team in last few years (roughly 10th out of 30 schools every time)
and in this summer I will do
online research program (about 6 week)
online summer school (chemistry)
1 week work experience (not confirmed yet - might not be able to do it)
I want to apply for chemistry or chemical engineering
In this case, how far can I go?
I really want to go UCL, is it feasible option?
Which MOOCS did you do and where did you find them
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