Should I pick a safer 5th choice?

A bit stuck on choosing my 5th option as I’m still waiting for decisions and not sure whether to play it safe. Stats below

GCSEs: 11x 9s
Predicted: 4A* in Maths, FM, Physics, Econ
Achieved: A* in EPQ
TMUA: 5.6

Current choices: Pure econ at Cam, LSE, Warwick, Bath

Thinking about: UCL, Manchester?
Should I pick a much safer 5th option, any recommendations appreciated!

Reply 1

artful_lounger

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I'd maybe suggest not UCL as the 5th choice. Manchester I think is a more reasonable "safety" option relative to the others.

Reply 2

1221AL-afin

Original post

by artful_lounger

I'd maybe suggest not UCL as the 5th choice. Manchester I think is a more reasonable "safety" option relative to the others.

Thank you for the advice! I’m also thinking about grade requirements since most are at A*AA whereas i would get a reduced bath offer (A*AB-AAA)

Reply 3

Scotney

Original post

by 1221AL-afin

A bit stuck on choosing my 5th option as I’m still waiting for decisions and not sure whether to play it safe. Stats below
GCSEs: 11x 9s
Predicted: 4A* in Maths, FM, Physics, Econ
Achieved: A* in EPQ
TMUA: 5.6
Current choices: Pure econ at Cam, LSE, Warwick, Bath
Thinking about: UCL, Manchester?
Should I pick a much safer 5th option, any recommendations appreciated!