Economics Uni reccomendations

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I'm applying for Economics for 2026 entry and i'm not sure if my 5 uni choices are right for me.
I got 9998887776 in my GCSEs (i got 6 in music) and i'm doing maths, chemistry and economics for a levels. I'm predicted AAA*, A* in econ. I'm also going to do my TMUA in January.
Im considering applying to Bath, Warwick, Surrey, Exeter.
Are these university choices right for my stats?
Or should i be more or less aspirational.

Reply 1

hi_itsme

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I think Warwick is a good 'aspirational' option, as it is regarded highly for Econ. I think you could replace Surrey with Birmingham (AAA), which is more well-regarded for Econ, and has a high offer rate (86% I believe). I don't think you're being too aspirational with your choices, and I would say it is very likely you will receive at least 2 or 3 offers, which is all you really need, tbf.

Reply 2

Uxie

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Make sure you really study for the TMUA

Reply 3

aryarr

OP

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Thank you for your responses!! Does anyone have any other thoughts? And what do you think of my chances of getting into Warwick and Bath?

Reply 4

Uxie

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by aryarr

Thank you for your responses!! Does anyone have any other thoughts? And what do you think of my chances of getting into Warwick and Bath?

Defo solid — a TMUA score of 7.5 or above should do wonders xoxo

Reply 5

Dark Lilac

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by aryarr

Thank you for your responses!! Does anyone have any other thoughts? And what do you think of my chances of getting into Warwick and Bath?

Warwick: very close to zero

They look at three things: predicted grades, past grades (GCSEs) and school reference. They don’t typically consider the personal statement and tmua is good for lowering offers and helping in borderline cases.

I’m applying with 4A*s and 8 9s and an A in additional maths, with A*A*A* in maths, fm and economics and honestly, most applicants have this sort of academic profile.

Here are the stats that Warwick have provided:

I don’t mean to be harsh, but your chances are extremely slim. I wouldn’t waste a choice with A*AA predicted with no further maths

Reply 6

ExeterStudentRep

Official Rep

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Original post

by aryarr

I'm applying for Economics for 2026 entry and i'm not sure if my 5 uni choices are right for me.
I got 9998887776 in my GCSEs (i got 6 in music) and i'm doing maths, chemistry and economics for a levels. I'm predicted AAA*, A* in econ. I'm also going to do my TMUA in January.
Im considering applying to Bath, Warwick, Surrey, Exeter.
Are these university choices right for my stats?
Or should i be more or less aspirational.

Hi @aryarr,

With your predicted grades you’d be a competitive applicant for Economics at Exeter, especially if you’re applying contextually. For your application, the most important things are your personal statement, any relevant experience, and your TMUA score is a nice cherry on top. Exeter really values applicants who show a genuine interest in economics, so make sure your personal statement highlights why you enjoy the subject, any supercurricular activities you’ve done, and how you’ve explored it beyond the classroom.

Exeter also looks at your top three A-levels, so focus on getting strong grades in those and make it clear you’re academically capable. If you’re doing the TMUA, a strong score will help reinforce your maths and problem-solving abilities, which can strengthen your application further.

Overall, make sure your statement is clear, shows curiosity and initiative, and that your references reflect your abilities and potential. With your grades and a well-crafted application, you’d be in a strong position for Exeter.

Hope this helps 🙂

Klaudia
University of Exeter Student Ambassador

Reply 7

Toomanyenny

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by Dark Lilac

Warwick: very close to zero
They look at three things: predicted grades, past grades (GCSEs) and school reference. They don’t typically consider the personal statement and tmua is good for lowering offers and helping in borderline cases.
I’m applying with 4A*s and 8 9s and an A in additional maths, with A*A*A* in maths, fm and economics and honestly, most applicants have this sort of academic profile.
Here are the stats that Warwick have provided:

I don’t mean to be harsh, but your chances are extremely slim. I wouldn’t waste a choice with A*AA predicted with no further maths

How cooked am I then 🥀. I’m a year 12 who ‘only’ got 3 grade 9s/8s at GCSE, I don’t do FM (I thought Warwick doesn’t care much about FM). Even if I grind out A-levels get 3 A* prediction and somehow get astronomically high TMUA (which those 2 are much easier said then done), do I even have a chance? Will they just laugh when they see my application 😭. I’m confused do I have to apply with my actual a level grades? What does it mean by achieved grade in FM?

Reply 8

Dark Lilac

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by Toomanyenny

How cooked am I then 🥀. I’m a year 12 who ‘only’ got 3 grade 9s/8s at GCSE, I don’t do FM (I thought Warwick doesn’t care much about FM). Even if I grind out A-levels get 3 A* prediction and somehow get astronomically high TMUA (which those 2 are much easier said then done), do I even have a chance? Will they just laugh when they see my application 😭. I’m confused do I have to apply with my actual a level grades? What does it mean by achieved grade in FM?

What did you get in GCSEs in full?

A*A*A* prediction should get you considered, even with sub-optimal GCSEs. It just then depends on how good your school reference is (Warwick Econ looks at this rather than personal statements) and how good the rest of the cohort is. If you’re a borderline case, a really strong tmua would help you out, but even a 9 in tmua wouldn’t save you if you’re grades are just that much worse than the average applicant

Reply 9

Toomanyenny

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by Dark Lilac

What did you get in GCSEs in full?
A*A*A* prediction should get you considered, even with sub-optimal GCSEs. It just then depends on how good your school reference is (Warwick Econ looks at this rather than personal statements) and how good the rest of the cohort is. If you’re a borderline case, a really strong tmua would help you out, but even a 9 in tmua wouldn’t save you if you’re grades are just that much worse than the average applicant

9987777666, 8 in maths and 7 English language and I go to a state school where average grade is 4/5 and what am I supposed to do for my reference

Reply 10

Dark Lilac

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by Toomanyenny

9987777666, 8 in maths and 7 English language and I go to a state school where average grade is 4/5 and what am I supposed to do for my reference

That’s ok in context - decent for a middle/low performing state school. You’d put yourself in a good position with triple A* predicted (but make sure you get it).

That’s really for a year’s time but make sure you give your school ucas person a lot of information about your interests in maths, economics (and partially your third a level) and evidence in your schoolwork of this interest and aptitude. Focus on the predicted grades for now and doing plenty of supercurriculars.

Reply 11

Prabhustat

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by Dark Lilac

Warwick: very close to zero
They look at three things: predicted grades, past grades (GCSEs) and school reference. They don’t typically consider the personal statement and tmua is good for lowering offers and helping in borderline cases.
I’m applying with 4A*s and 8 9s and an A in additional maths, with A*A*A* in maths, fm and economics and honestly, most applicants have this sort of academic profile.
Here are the stats that Warwick have provided:

I don’t mean to be harsh, but your chances are extremely slim. I wouldn’t waste a choice with A*AA predicted with no further maths

😅😅 No way that first one is my foi request