Universities

[Bubblegum]

Im 17 and doing my A levels in Maths History Business Studies and Art. My family have recently been telling me that i've chosen the wrong subjects, and that Business Studies and Art are not really mainstream and that no top universities will accept me in the future.

They feel this way about me because I got 7A*s and 3A's in my GCSEs and they felt that with my high grades I should have taken better subjects.

What does everyone else think?

[yolande]

I really wouldn't worry about this. I think most employers will respect your choice to do subjects that you enjoy, like art. Also, Business Studies is really commonly taken now, so I wouldn't worry about this either. I studied A levels in English Lit, Maths and Geography and then did English and Philosophy at Uni and am now a chartered accountant! I have never found that doing a course I loved made any difference, and often wish that I had done another A-level in Art or Textiles. Any idea what you want to do after? Good luck!

[bednobs]

cambridge university have produced a list of subjects they dont cnsider suitable as entry for their courses, and im sure other top universities either already do this covertly, or will overtly do it in the future. The list is on their website. Personally i would say its better to do subjects that interest you, but if you have an eye on top universities then to look out for what they want

[bednobs]

go on this page http://www.cam.ac.uk/admissions/undergraduate/ requirements/#course and scroll down - buisiness studies and art are two on their list of nt accepted a levels

[MiniN]

Dont worry too much about what A'Levels you have because most universities are more concerned you have enough points to get on to the chosen course. I've jus finished university where i did a degree that was in a subject different from my A'Levels and found that most students i spoke to were in the same situation.

[Bubblegum]

I could be considering accountancy but im still unsure yet

[ewand]

If you are considering accountancy perhaps Economics could be an option. It is generally considered more of a "core" subject than business studies and could stand you in better stead. In this case, though your art qualification won't add much (to a strong university application for accountancy, maths etc.) it might be an enjoyable break from the more "analytical" subjects.

[paulcheng]

Bubblegum,
There are over 20 engineers, 5 doctors MD, 2 lawyers working in my office. And I am running a Financial Brokerage Frim in Markham, Ontario. First year in the university will give you the time to explore the reality. Feel with your own mind to see what's the best for you. You determine what you wants to be. Money, pride or glory ? Something to share with the parents:

Children are Like Kites

You spend a lifetime trying to get them off the ground.
You run with them until you are both breathless.
They crash. They hit the rooftop.
You patch and comfort, adjust and teach.
You watch them lifted by the wind and assure them that
someday, they will fly.
Finally, they are airborne;
They need more string and you keep letting it out;
But with each twist of the ball of twine,
There is a sadness that goes with joy.
The kite becomes more distant and you know it won't be long before that
beautiful creature will snap the lifeline that binds you two together and
will soar, free and alone.
Only then do you know that you did your job.

by Erma Bombeck

[Bubblegum]

er...what?!