Experimental Psychology Oxford Bsc
Just how high of a tsa score would I need for a comfortable chance to secure an interview based on my grades and predicted:
A* A A in chemistry biology and psychology
Gcse: 4 in drama 5 in maths 5 in physics 6 in biology 6 in chemistry 6 in English literature 7 in English language distinction in English speaking 7 in history 8 in religious studies
??
A* A A in chemistry biology and psychology
Gcse: 4 in drama 5 in maths 5 in physics 6 in biology 6 in chemistry 6 in English literature 7 in English language distinction in English speaking 7 in history 8 in religious studies
??
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by Ras_76Just how high of a tsa score would I need for a comfortable chance to secure an interview based on my grades and predicted:
A* A A in chemistry biology and psychology
Gcse: 4 in drama 5 in maths 5 in physics 6 in biology 6 in chemistry 6 in English literature 7 in English language distinction in English speaking 7 in history 8 in religious studies
??
A* A A in chemistry biology and psychology
Gcse: 4 in drama 5 in maths 5 in physics 6 in biology 6 in chemistry 6 in English literature 7 in English language distinction in English speaking 7 in history 8 in religious studies
??
Have you looked at the Oxford’s website?
Because it also says this:
Subject requirements
Recommended:
It is highly recommended for candidates to have studied one or more science subjects (which can include Psychology) or Mathematics to A-level, Advanced Higher, Higher Level in the IB or another equivalent.
GCSEs: Candidates are recommended to have an A/7 or above in GCSE Mathematics (where GCSEs are taken).
https://www.ox.ac.uk/admissions/undergraduate/courses/course-listing/psychology-experimental
The Grade 5 in GCSE Maths might be an issue.
@thrivingfrog who might be able to give advice.
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by Ras_76Just how high of a tsa score would I need for a comfortable chance to secure an interview based on my grades and predicted:
A* A A in chemistry biology and psychology
Gcse: 4 in drama 5 in maths 5 in physics 6 in biology 6 in chemistry 6 in English literature 7 in English language distinction in English speaking 7 in history 8 in religious studies
??
A* A A in chemistry biology and psychology
Gcse: 4 in drama 5 in maths 5 in physics 6 in biology 6 in chemistry 6 in English literature 7 in English language distinction in English speaking 7 in history 8 in religious studies
??
Otherwise focus on achieving A*AA and above.
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by thegeek888Your GCSE Maths grade must be a 7 or above. So, I suggest you retake it.
Otherwise focus on achieving A*AA and above.
Otherwise focus on achieving A*AA and above.
It says recommended though? And I'm in yr13 so if I wanted to retake it id have to take a gap year
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by Talkative ToadHave you looked at the Oxford’s website?
Because it also says this:
Subject requirements
Recommended:
It is highly recommended for candidates to have studied one or more science subjects (which can include Psychology) or Mathematics to A-level, Advanced Higher, Higher Level in the IB or another equivalent.
GCSEs: Candidates are recommended to have an A/7 or above in GCSE Mathematics (where GCSEs are taken).
https://www.ox.ac.uk/admissions/undergraduate/courses/course-listing/psychology-experimental
The Grade 5 in GCSE Maths might be an issue.
@thrivingfrog who might be able to give advice.
Because it also says this:
Subject requirements
Recommended:
It is highly recommended for candidates to have studied one or more science subjects (which can include Psychology) or Mathematics to A-level, Advanced Higher, Higher Level in the IB or another equivalent.
GCSEs: Candidates are recommended to have an A/7 or above in GCSE Mathematics (where GCSEs are taken).
https://www.ox.ac.uk/admissions/undergraduate/courses/course-listing/psychology-experimental
The Grade 5 in GCSE Maths might be an issue.
@thrivingfrog who might be able to give advice.
Yes so I'm studying psychology but it doesn't say maths a level is required and I know grade 5 is an issue but my school is very poor performing school so it could be contextualised? That's why Im asking to balance it how high of a tsa score would I need
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by Ras_76Just how high of a tsa score would I need for a comfortable chance to secure an interview based on my grades and predicted:
A* A A in chemistry biology and psychology
Gcse: 4 in drama 5 in maths 5 in physics 6 in biology 6 in chemistry 6 in English literature 7 in English language distinction in English speaking 7 in history 8 in religious studies
??
A* A A in chemistry biology and psychology
Gcse: 4 in drama 5 in maths 5 in physics 6 in biology 6 in chemistry 6 in English literature 7 in English language distinction in English speaking 7 in history 8 in religious studies
??
Honestly, your GCSEs are a fair bit lower than usual offer holders (iirc average is 5 8/9s) and, as mentioned by others, your maths grade might cause an issue. Whilst youre correct in that it is only recommended, the majority of applicants will have it, making you less competitive. If you're a contextual applicant this could help you out
In terms of TSA, just try to get as high as possible. Scores of around 65 are usually good enough for interview but as some of your other factors are less competitive, I'd say aim for low-mid 70s at least.
Good luck with everything and lmk if you have any questions
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by thrivingfrogHonestly, your GCSEs are a fair bit lower than usual offer holders (iirc average is 5 8/9s) and, as mentioned by others, your maths grade might cause an issue. Whilst youre correct in that it is only recommended, the majority of applicants will have it, making you less competitive. If you're a contextual applicant this could help you out
In terms of TSA, just try to get as high as possible. Scores of around 65 are usually good enough for interview but as some of your other factors are less competitive, I'd say aim for low-mid 70s at least.
Good luck with everything and lmk if you have any questions
In terms of TSA, just try to get as high as possible. Scores of around 65 are usually good enough for interview but as some of your other factors are less competitive, I'd say aim for low-mid 70s at least.
Good luck with everything and lmk if you have any questions
Im the first person in family to go to university
Low income earnings
Poor performing school in terms of gcses ( i believe it was the 8th percentile or something if I remember and I think that was below average)
My area is below average
Is this enough?
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by Ras_76It says recommended though? And I'm in yr13 so if I wanted to retake it id have to take a gap year
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