which career paths are open for me

im in yr11 predicted 6-7s and some 8s in my gcses
now, i picked alevel biology alevel pyschology and btec applied science extended certficate
i didnt pick the traditional bio,chem,pysch as i personally dont think i could deal with that amount of stress
i wanted to do something in the neuroscience/psychology path but the question is am i able to with the courses i chose??

Reply 1

AllThingsCCCU

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by ayeshaa.m02

A-level Biology, A-level Psychology, and BTEC Applied Science can definitely keep you on track for a degree in Psychology or Neuroscience at Canterbury Christ Church University.
Most universities (including CCCU) are happy to consider a mix of A levels and BTECs, as long as they’re relevant to the course and you meet the overall grade requirements. We’d recommend checking the specific entry requirements for the course you’re interested in on our website to be sure.

Reply 2

McGinger

Two A levels plus a BTEC is not usually an issue, but the more obvious problem here is that some Unis will not accept BTEC Applied Science alongside A level Biology - there is too much subject crossover. I'm surprised your school is allowing you to do this.

Psych at degree level usually only requires one science A level subject, Neuro is more likely to require 2 sciences (but they may count Psych as a science) - but you need to check on some Uni course pages. You are probably okay with A level Psych and Bio but a different BTEC that is not overlapping with Bio so something like Health and Social Care etc might be worth looking at instead, or another A level like Sociology etc.