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Hi, I'm applying to sixth-form now ( currently in Year 11 ) and I'm not entirely sure on what to pick for my last A-Level . I am looking to pursue a career in finance and I want to apply to LSE. I've already picked Maths, Further Maths and Economics. Any ideas on what to do for the last one?

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AlexLez

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by ravenclawobvi13

Hi, I'm applying to sixth-form now ( currently in Year 11 ) and I'm not entirely sure on what to pick for my last A-Level . I am looking to pursue a career in finance and I want to apply to LSE. I've already picked Maths, Further Maths and Economics. Any ideas on what to do for the last one?

How about computer science? Not sure if there are specific requirements to study economics (you can check that in the entry requirements for the universities you could apply), but definitely will be useful for your studies and career opportunities.

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ravenclawobvi13

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by AlexLez

How about computer science? Not sure if there are specific requirements to study economics (you can check that in the entry requirements for the universities you could apply), but definitely will be useful for your studies and career opportunities.

Thanks for the response, I don't think my school does give a computer science option as A Level though but it would be quite helpful

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Angelina_Cecilia

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Are you sure you want to take a fourth? All the top universities accept three subjects and adding a fourth one is going to put more strain across your grades. You are also unlikely to receive reduced offers from universities like LSE and other prestigious places so you are better off with 3 really strong grades rather than 4 good ones. LSE will also choose the subjects they want you to get their entry requirement grades in so bare this in mind: you do not need that fourth subject. They also do not tend to favour students with four subjects over students with three and especially if you do not even have a subject you really want to do, it is not necessary. However, if you are adamant in studying four or your school counts maths and further maths as a sort of combined subject as some tend to do, here is a list of subjects LSE favours: Ancient History

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Biology

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Classical Civilisation

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Chemistry

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Computing

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Economics

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Electronics

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English (English Language, English Literature and English Language and Literature)

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Further Mathematics*

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Geography

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Government and Politics

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History

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Languages: Modern Foreign, Classic and Community**

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Law

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Mathematics

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Music

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Philosophy

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Physics

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Psychology

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Religious Studies

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Sociology

Also for your aid, here are subjects they DO NOT like: Any Applied A-level

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Accounting****

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Art and Design

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Business Studies

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Citizenship Studies

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Communication and Culture

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Creative Writing

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Design and Technology

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Drama/Theatre Studies***

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Film Studies

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Health and Social Care

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Home Economics

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Information and Communication Technology

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Leisure Studies

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Media Studies

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Music Technology

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Physical Education/Sports Studies

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Travel and Tourism

All of this information is available on their website: https://www.lse.ac.uk/study-at-lse/Undergraduate/Prospective-Students/How-to-Apply/Admissions-Information
I hope this helps and good luck!

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Angelina_Cecilia

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by ravenclawobvi13

Hi, I'm applying to sixth-form now ( currently in Year 11 ) and I'm not entirely sure on what to pick for my last A-Level . I am looking to pursue a career in finance and I want to apply to LSE. I've already picked Maths, Further Maths and Economics. Any ideas on what to do for the last one?

https://www.lse.ac.uk/study-at-lse/Undergraduate/Prospective-Students/How-to-Apply/Admissions-Information. That is a link to the list of subjects that LSE likes and does not like. I'm sorry, I posted a much longer response but for some reason it disappeared; I don't know, perhaps you can still see it. Anyway, to summarise, you do not need four subjects and applicants with four are not favoured nor are they given reduced offers so you are better off sticking with the three.

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lusty-gambler

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Original post

by ravenclawobvi13

Hi, I'm applying to sixth-form now ( currently in Year 11 ) and I'm not entirely sure on what to pick for my last A-Level . I am looking to pursue a career in finance and I want to apply to LSE. I've already picked Maths, Further Maths and Economics. Any ideas on what to do for the last one?

Lots of LSE students would do that combo alongside physics, very quantitative subjects and fit very good.

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