Alevel and univercity help
Hi,
I’m in Year 11 and I’ve applied to several sixth forms and colleges to study Maths, Physics, Economics and Further Maths. At first, I wanted to do an Economics degree, but after researching Russell Group universities, I realised that many strongly prefer Further Maths as a fourth A-level. I know it’s possible to apply without it, but I don’t want to take the risk. I’ve also realised that Economics can be quite risky career-wise, as finding a job can be stressful and competitive.
Because of this, I decided to look into Engineering. My predicted GCSE grades are mostly 8s, and engineering seemed like a strong and stable career path. I added Physics, so my current A-level options are Maths, Physics, Economics and Further Maths. However, many universities prefer another science subject as a third A-level for engineering.
I don’t really have a passion for Chemistry, so I considered Biology instead, which I like more. But a lot of universities say they prefer Chemistry over Biology for certain engineering degrees. I’m also not sure which type of engineering I want to do yet.
As a female, I don’t really want to work in a factory environment — I’d prefer an office-based job. I initially considered Software Engineering because it’s office-based and high-paying, but I didn’t take GCSE Computer Science, and I think A-level Computer Science would be very difficult without that background. I also looked into Mechanical Engineering, but many universities require Further Maths. Petroleum Engineering also interests me, but again Chemistry is often required.
I don’t want to go to Oxbridge, but I would like to go to a Russell Group university if possible.
What should I do for A-levels — Maths, Physics, and Biology or Chemistry?
Should I push myself to get a Grade 9 in GCSE Maths so I can do Further Maths A-level, even though I don’t really want to?
And what type of engineering would suit someone who doesn’t like Chemistry much, wants an office-based job, and wants a high income?
I’m in Year 11 and I’ve applied to several sixth forms and colleges to study Maths, Physics, Economics and Further Maths. At first, I wanted to do an Economics degree, but after researching Russell Group universities, I realised that many strongly prefer Further Maths as a fourth A-level. I know it’s possible to apply without it, but I don’t want to take the risk. I’ve also realised that Economics can be quite risky career-wise, as finding a job can be stressful and competitive.
Because of this, I decided to look into Engineering. My predicted GCSE grades are mostly 8s, and engineering seemed like a strong and stable career path. I added Physics, so my current A-level options are Maths, Physics, Economics and Further Maths. However, many universities prefer another science subject as a third A-level for engineering.
I don’t really have a passion for Chemistry, so I considered Biology instead, which I like more. But a lot of universities say they prefer Chemistry over Biology for certain engineering degrees. I’m also not sure which type of engineering I want to do yet.
As a female, I don’t really want to work in a factory environment — I’d prefer an office-based job. I initially considered Software Engineering because it’s office-based and high-paying, but I didn’t take GCSE Computer Science, and I think A-level Computer Science would be very difficult without that background. I also looked into Mechanical Engineering, but many universities require Further Maths. Petroleum Engineering also interests me, but again Chemistry is often required.
I don’t want to go to Oxbridge, but I would like to go to a Russell Group university if possible.
What should I do for A-levels — Maths, Physics, and Biology or Chemistry?
Should I push myself to get a Grade 9 in GCSE Maths so I can do Further Maths A-level, even though I don’t really want to?
And what type of engineering would suit someone who doesn’t like Chemistry much, wants an office-based job, and wants a high income?
Reply 1
Original post
by nsjahkejrhHi,
I’m in Year 11 and I’ve applied to several sixth forms and colleges to study Maths, Physics, Economics and Further Maths. At first, I wanted to do an Economics degree, but after researching Russell Group universities, I realised that many strongly prefer Further Maths as a fourth A-level. I know it’s possible to apply without it, but I don’t want to take the risk. I’ve also realised that Economics can be quite risky career-wise, as finding a job can be stressful and competitive.
Because of this, I decided to look into Engineering. My predicted GCSE grades are mostly 8s, and engineering seemed like a strong and stable career path. I added Physics, so my current A-level options are Maths, Physics, Economics and Further Maths. However, many universities prefer another science subject as a third A-level for engineering.
I don’t really have a passion for Chemistry, so I considered Biology instead, which I like more. But a lot of universities say they prefer Chemistry over Biology for certain engineering degrees. I’m also not sure which type of engineering I want to do yet.
As a female, I don’t really want to work in a factory environment — I’d prefer an office-based job. I initially considered Software Engineering because it’s office-based and high-paying, but I didn’t take GCSE Computer Science, and I think A-level Computer Science would be very difficult without that background. I also looked into Mechanical Engineering, but many universities require Further Maths. Petroleum Engineering also interests me, but again Chemistry is often required.
I don’t want to go to Oxbridge, but I would like to go to a Russell Group university if possible.
What should I do for A-levels — Maths, Physics, and Biology or Chemistry?
Should I push myself to get a Grade 9 in GCSE Maths so I can do Further Maths A-level, even though I don’t really want to?
And what type of engineering would suit someone who doesn’t like Chemistry much, wants an office-based job, and wants a high income?
I’m in Year 11 and I’ve applied to several sixth forms and colleges to study Maths, Physics, Economics and Further Maths. At first, I wanted to do an Economics degree, but after researching Russell Group universities, I realised that many strongly prefer Further Maths as a fourth A-level. I know it’s possible to apply without it, but I don’t want to take the risk. I’ve also realised that Economics can be quite risky career-wise, as finding a job can be stressful and competitive.
Because of this, I decided to look into Engineering. My predicted GCSE grades are mostly 8s, and engineering seemed like a strong and stable career path. I added Physics, so my current A-level options are Maths, Physics, Economics and Further Maths. However, many universities prefer another science subject as a third A-level for engineering.
I don’t really have a passion for Chemistry, so I considered Biology instead, which I like more. But a lot of universities say they prefer Chemistry over Biology for certain engineering degrees. I’m also not sure which type of engineering I want to do yet.
As a female, I don’t really want to work in a factory environment — I’d prefer an office-based job. I initially considered Software Engineering because it’s office-based and high-paying, but I didn’t take GCSE Computer Science, and I think A-level Computer Science would be very difficult without that background. I also looked into Mechanical Engineering, but many universities require Further Maths. Petroleum Engineering also interests me, but again Chemistry is often required.
I don’t want to go to Oxbridge, but I would like to go to a Russell Group university if possible.
What should I do for A-levels — Maths, Physics, and Biology or Chemistry?
Should I push myself to get a Grade 9 in GCSE Maths so I can do Further Maths A-level, even though I don’t really want to?
And what type of engineering would suit someone who doesn’t like Chemistry much, wants an office-based job, and wants a high income?
If you did want to study computer science at university you don't typically need computer science GCSE or A-Level (although it would help), looking at Southampton (just a random Russell Group) the only required course is mathematics for comp sci BSc. (Although A-Level computer science isn't as difficult as it may seem, if it is the programming that is daunting it typically only takes up a small portion of the course and in my opinion can be understood quite quickly.)
I wouldn't recommend taking further maths if you don't want to, that would be a very bad idea because it really takes a dedication for maths to help with the harder topics.
Have you considered something like Electronic & Electrical Engineering, maths and physics should be enough for that at most Russell Group universities. Engineering is vast, I am sure you can find a suitable field for yourself.
(edited 1 month ago)
Reply 2
Original post
by nsjahkejrhHi,
I’m in Year 11 and I’ve applied to several sixth forms and colleges to study Maths, Physics, Economics and Further Maths. At first, I wanted to do an Economics degree, but after researching Russell Group universities, I realised that many strongly prefer Further Maths as a fourth A-level. I know it’s possible to apply without it, but I don’t want to take the risk. I’ve also realised that Economics can be quite risky career-wise, as finding a job can be stressful and competitive.
Because of this, I decided to look into Engineering. My predicted GCSE grades are mostly 8s, and engineering seemed like a strong and stable career path. I added Physics, so my current A-level options are Maths, Physics, Economics and Further Maths. However, many universities prefer another science subject as a third A-level for engineering.
I don’t really have a passion for Chemistry, so I considered Biology instead, which I like more. But a lot of universities say they prefer Chemistry over Biology for certain engineering degrees. I’m also not sure which type of engineering I want to do yet.
As a female, I don’t really want to work in a factory environment — I’d prefer an office-based job. I initially considered Software Engineering because it’s office-based and high-paying, but I didn’t take GCSE Computer Science, and I think A-level Computer Science would be very difficult without that background. I also looked into Mechanical Engineering, but many universities require Further Maths. Petroleum Engineering also interests me, but again Chemistry is often required.
I don’t want to go to Oxbridge, but I would like to go to a Russell Group university if possible.
What should I do for A-levels — Maths, Physics, and Biology or Chemistry?
Should I push myself to get a Grade 9 in GCSE Maths so I can do Further Maths A-level, even though I don’t really want to?
And what type of engineering would suit someone who doesn’t like Chemistry much, wants an office-based job, and wants a high income?
I’m in Year 11 and I’ve applied to several sixth forms and colleges to study Maths, Physics, Economics and Further Maths. At first, I wanted to do an Economics degree, but after researching Russell Group universities, I realised that many strongly prefer Further Maths as a fourth A-level. I know it’s possible to apply without it, but I don’t want to take the risk. I’ve also realised that Economics can be quite risky career-wise, as finding a job can be stressful and competitive.
Because of this, I decided to look into Engineering. My predicted GCSE grades are mostly 8s, and engineering seemed like a strong and stable career path. I added Physics, so my current A-level options are Maths, Physics, Economics and Further Maths. However, many universities prefer another science subject as a third A-level for engineering.
I don’t really have a passion for Chemistry, so I considered Biology instead, which I like more. But a lot of universities say they prefer Chemistry over Biology for certain engineering degrees. I’m also not sure which type of engineering I want to do yet.
As a female, I don’t really want to work in a factory environment — I’d prefer an office-based job. I initially considered Software Engineering because it’s office-based and high-paying, but I didn’t take GCSE Computer Science, and I think A-level Computer Science would be very difficult without that background. I also looked into Mechanical Engineering, but many universities require Further Maths. Petroleum Engineering also interests me, but again Chemistry is often required.
I don’t want to go to Oxbridge, but I would like to go to a Russell Group university if possible.
What should I do for A-levels — Maths, Physics, and Biology or Chemistry?
Should I push myself to get a Grade 9 in GCSE Maths so I can do Further Maths A-level, even though I don’t really want to?
And what type of engineering would suit someone who doesn’t like Chemistry much, wants an office-based job, and wants a high income?
Honestly in my opinion, I took A-Level maths because I loved it, in the first year it was one of the best decisions I’d ever made in life! However some of my friends and classmates complained because they didn’t enjoy it.
My recommendation is that of course, don’t shut down your options for the future. But when you’re being forced to do work, I would recommend doing it on the stuff that you love. I would also advise against taking computer science unless you’re willing to learn it before you go. It is very difficult!!
Most universities requirements are not actually requirements but more of what they would prefer in their students, so if you’re missing one of them then don’t worry!
Hope this helps
Reply 3
Original post
by nsjahkejrhHi,
I’m in Year 11 and I’ve applied to several sixth forms and colleges to study Maths, Physics, Economics and Further Maths. At first, I wanted to do an Economics degree, but after researching Russell Group universities, I realised that many strongly prefer Further Maths as a fourth A-level. I know it’s possible to apply without it, but I don’t want to take the risk. I’ve also realised that Economics can be quite risky career-wise, as finding a job can be stressful and competitive.
Because of this, I decided to look into Engineering. My predicted GCSE grades are mostly 8s, and engineering seemed like a strong and stable career path. I added Physics, so my current A-level options are Maths, Physics, Economics and Further Maths. However, many universities prefer another science subject as a third A-level for engineering.
I don’t really have a passion for Chemistry, so I considered Biology instead, which I like more. But a lot of universities say they prefer Chemistry over Biology for certain engineering degrees. I’m also not sure which type of engineering I want to do yet.
As a female, I don’t really want to work in a factory environment — I’d prefer an office-based job. I initially considered Software Engineering because it’s office-based and high-paying, but I didn’t take GCSE Computer Science, and I think A-level Computer Science would be very difficult without that background. I also looked into Mechanical Engineering, but many universities require Further Maths. Petroleum Engineering also interests me, but again Chemistry is often required.
I don’t want to go to Oxbridge, but I would like to go to a Russell Group university if possible.
What should I do for A-levels — Maths, Physics, and Biology or Chemistry?
Should I push myself to get a Grade 9 in GCSE Maths so I can do Further Maths A-level, even though I don’t really want to?
And what type of engineering would suit someone who doesn’t like Chemistry much, wants an office-based job, and wants a high income?
I’m in Year 11 and I’ve applied to several sixth forms and colleges to study Maths, Physics, Economics and Further Maths. At first, I wanted to do an Economics degree, but after researching Russell Group universities, I realised that many strongly prefer Further Maths as a fourth A-level. I know it’s possible to apply without it, but I don’t want to take the risk. I’ve also realised that Economics can be quite risky career-wise, as finding a job can be stressful and competitive.
Because of this, I decided to look into Engineering. My predicted GCSE grades are mostly 8s, and engineering seemed like a strong and stable career path. I added Physics, so my current A-level options are Maths, Physics, Economics and Further Maths. However, many universities prefer another science subject as a third A-level for engineering.
I don’t really have a passion for Chemistry, so I considered Biology instead, which I like more. But a lot of universities say they prefer Chemistry over Biology for certain engineering degrees. I’m also not sure which type of engineering I want to do yet.
As a female, I don’t really want to work in a factory environment — I’d prefer an office-based job. I initially considered Software Engineering because it’s office-based and high-paying, but I didn’t take GCSE Computer Science, and I think A-level Computer Science would be very difficult without that background. I also looked into Mechanical Engineering, but many universities require Further Maths. Petroleum Engineering also interests me, but again Chemistry is often required.
I don’t want to go to Oxbridge, but I would like to go to a Russell Group university if possible.
What should I do for A-levels — Maths, Physics, and Biology or Chemistry?
Should I push myself to get a Grade 9 in GCSE Maths so I can do Further Maths A-level, even though I don’t really want to?
And what type of engineering would suit someone who doesn’t like Chemistry much, wants an office-based job, and wants a high income?
Why RG? Going to one of these unis is totally irrelevant for Engineering - a placement year is far more important.
A couple of the best are Bath and Loughborough - neither is RG and for Motorsports it's Brookes, again not RG.
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