social sciences/law undergrad

help me please (I am very indecisive)
ive been predicted AAA at a level and am currently completing an EPQ which I am on track to get an A for
I am not doing the LNAT
I got 76 English 5 maths and 66 science (mid ik)

I am currently doing my UCAS for 2026 entry and have completed a personal statement related to law
right now im looking at Liverpool/nottingham/birmingham/sheffield
However I was thinking of changing my pathway from law undergrad to social science related & then doing a conversion after if I still want to go into law
I am looking at unis like KCL (Dream uni), Manchester, bath & the other unis listed.
I feel that I could go to a better uni and be more competitive as the a-level requirements are below my predicted grades & they may be more lenient on GCSES as I know law is very competitive.
Would this change be worth?
Or should I just stick to law?

sorry for the rant
any advice would be appreciated

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by idk99923

help me please (I am very indecisive)
ive been predicted AAA at a level and am currently completing an EPQ which I am on track to get an A for
I am not doing the LNAT
I got 76 English 5 maths and 66 science (mid ik)
I am currently doing my UCAS for 2026 entry and have completed a personal statement related to law
right now im looking at Liverpool/nottingham/birmingham/sheffield
However I was thinking of changing my pathway from law undergrad to social science related & then doing a conversion after if I still want to go into law
I am looking at unis like KCL (Dream uni), Manchester, bath & the other unis listed.
I feel that I could go to a better uni and be more competitive as the a-level requirements are below my predicted grades & they may be more lenient on GCSES as I know law is very competitive.
Would this change be worth?
Or should I just stick to law?
sorry for the rant
any advice would be appreciated

Hello,

I’d recommend choosing the course you’ll most enjoy and do best in rather than focusing purely on getting a law degree. Most law firms recruit just as many candidates with non-law backgrounds as with law backgrounds - they care far more about your skills and motivations than the specific subject you studied. I studied history at undergrad, and found it incredibly helpful!

If you go for a social sciences degree, there’s plenty of scope to build the skills firms look for. Things like critical thinking, research, communication, teamwork, and problem-solving are all built into your degree and can be supported with extra-curriculars. You’ll also have loads of opportunities to get involved in law societies and networking events, even as a non-law student. It will give you a chance to confirm that the field is for you, whilst building a skillset that you can apply to a range of careers.

Good luck!
Layla