Choosing the right A Level Subjects
Choosing the right A level subjects can feel really tough, but if you are methodical, take your time, and ask lots of questions you will find the combination which is right for you.
The section below describes the A-level subjects which are essential for various popular degree courses, and those which would be directly useful.
Chemistry A level is essential or very useful for: Medicine, Veterinary Science, Dentistry, Pharmacy, Biology (and Bio related subjects).
To study Medicine: Chemistry is essential, plus 2 other A levels from either Biology/Human Biology, Maths or Physics.
For a Business Studies degree: No essential A level subjects, though Maths is useful and you will need a good Maths result at GCSE. Business Studies or Economics A levels are helpful. Top Universities do not like you to do both. The same is true for degrees like Accounting, Management etc.
European Business Studies generally requires a European Language.
Law degrees: No essential subjects, though they like you to have subjects which show logical ability and the ability to write (eg: a mixture of Arts and Science subjects).
Psychology: No essential subjects (a mix of Arts and Science subjects is good.) You will need GCSE Maths.
Computing: No essential subjects for most courses. Maths A level is essential for a few Universities and useful for all.
Engineering: Maths and Physics are generally essential (though you can apply without them and do an extra Foundation year). Chemistry is essential for most Chemical Engineering degrees.
Most other degree courses either have no essential A-level subjects, or just require an A level in the subject concerned plus any two others. Do check though!
Do bear in mind that the top academic degree courses will generally expect three ‘academic’ A levels.
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