Seeking advice on what to do: Westminster biomed, or A2HE and KCL later

I'm 21, and I did awful in my a levels due to issues at the time. I've since gone to uni to do a foundation year in Radiography, but I've discovered that i'm really interested in microbiology. I've applied for a few unis this year and received an offer from Westminster for biomedical science.

I'm aware that Westminister isn't a good uni, although being IBMS accredited it has good career prospects in the NHS. On the other hand, I really dream of studying at KCL or another high ranked uni, and want to take an access to HE diploma to get in. I feel I want to make full use of my life and push myself to achieve something I'll be proud of.

Problem is I fear that I'm wasting my time and don't want to get too old before I actually start my career. I hear others lament how the job market for biomed is terrible so I worry that graduating, even from a great uni, won't allow me to actually begin a career.

Thank you for reading, any advice would be highly appreciated, I'm in a situation where I don't have anyone to ask so feeling rather lost

Reply 1

gulshan77

It depends on what you feel you will enjoy doing career wise

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JaySea04

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by gulshan77

It depends on what you feel you will enjoy doing career wise

I'd like to go into industry in an ideal world, but I know its extremely competitive at the moment

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Tattersky

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by JaySea04

I'd like to go into industry in an ideal world, but I know its extremely competitive at the moment

You’re right that the field is competitive, but the industry cares far less about university prestige than people assume (Oxbridge being the main exception). What matters most is the degree, the accreditation, and the experience you build along the way.
Plenty of people start their degrees in their 20s, so your age genuinely isn’t a barrier. You’re not “running out of time” — you’re making thoughtful decisions about your future, which is exactly what you should be doing.
If you can, go to an open day and really pay attention to how you feel on campus. Ask yourself: “Can I see myself being happy here?” Your wellbeing and motivation will have a far bigger impact on your success than the name on the building.

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