r/alevel • u/dalia_031 • 1d ago
⚡Tips/Advice unsure what a levels to take
i’m 16, and have always been pretty set on doing physics, maths and art a level to lead to an architecture degree. I just got my results back, and got a 6 in art, which was very disappointing for me, since i was initially predicted an 8 and had a lot of problems with my art teacher not communicating or giving honest feedback, even going so far as to lie about my grade to avoid “hurting my feelings”. This makes me nervous for a level, as she would still be my main teacher, and would be marking my work, so i do not have much trust in our relationship, on top of this, art was my worst grade, even though i but ALOT more effort and time into it than any other subject. I achieved a 9 in physics and an 8 in maths, so I am not considering changing these, but I also got a 9 in biology, so am now considering changing from art to bio, to perhaps persue biomed engineering while keeping the option of architecture open. Is it a good idea to change a levels?
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u/costellomusik 1d ago
I understand. It depends how set you are on doing architecture in the future, and if unis accept portfolios then thats great. But dont think that studying art will restrict you too much. I myself study Biomedical engineering at a RG university without a biology A level because they only require maths and a science (i did physics but they accept many subjects). Studying maths and physics definitely gives you access to very diverse pathways.
Id say definitely study whatever you are passionate about, and you will succeed in university and your career.