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1. • • Yes, universities look at GCSE results as part of the application process. However, the weight given to these results will vary from institution to institution. Some universities will place a greater emphasis on GCSEs than others, particularly those that have a higher level of competition for places.
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   Do GCSEs really matter?

   • In fact, only ‘66.9%’ of GCSE entries achieved a grade 4 or above in 2018, according to Independent News. This means that 33.1% of the population failed at least 1 GCSE – does this really matter? As we’ve looked at, GCSEs are very important to universities, employers, and colleges.

   How Important Are GCSEs (To Universities, Employers, And Colleges)?

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   What GCSEs do you need to be a scientist?

   • Science GCSEs are a great indicator of your applicability to unusual situations. Science is an understanding of the world around you, and employers need that in tricky work environments. Further Maths and Triple Science are the golden GCSEs of employment.

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   Do GCSEs really work?

   • A shining GCSE report will show your employer that you can work hard to achieve goals. This is a common skill needed in the working world, and so good GCSEs can definitely work in your favour. Most employers these days are interested in your GCSE Maths and GCSE English grades.

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   Do GCSEs matter if you're no longer in education?

   • The older you get, the less GCSEs will be a factor in determining your suitability for a job. Therefore, if you are no longer in education, your workplace experience will be weighted with more importance than your GCSE results. What GCSEs Do Employers Find Most Impressive?

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   Are GCSEs important?

   • So in essence, yes, they are important. If you’re applying to a popular university with lots of competition then they could be the difference you need to get in. However, if you’re applying to a less prestigious college, your GCSEs may not be considered as important. In this case, your A-Level results will be more useful.

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   Is GCSE science compulsory?

   • GCSE science is a compulsory option, but you can choose to study it in two different ways: Regardless of which one you take, you’ll cover all three subjects; the key difference is the depth you go into, the number of exams you take and the number of individual GCSE qualifications you come away with.

   How important are GCSE choices when it comes to university?

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3. www.theuniguide.co.uk › advice › gcse-choicesHow important are your GCSE grades? - The Uni Guide

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   Aug 15, 2024 · Find out how GCSEs affect your future choices and studies, and what to do if they don't go to plan. Share this page. Email & Print. While it's important to realise that your GCSE results won't completely define your future, they could impact the following: The sixth form you go to. The qualifications you take next.

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   Jan 17, 2019 · Science GCSEs are a great indicator of your applicability to unusual situations. Science is an understanding of the world around you, and employers need that in tricky work environments. Further Maths and Triple Science are the golden GCSEs of employment.

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6. www.theuniguide.co.uk › advice › gcse-choicesHow important are GCSE choices when it comes to university?

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   • The GCSE Science Conundrum
   • How to Make Smart GCSE Choices
   • GCSE Choices: Tips from Current GCSE Students

   Triple Award:where you will study three stand-alone GCSEs, one each in biology, chemistry and physics

   Double Award (or ‘Dual Award’):where you will cover all three sciences combined and get two GCSEs at the end of it

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   Choose your optional subjects because you think you’ll be good at them, and that they will interest you;

   If you’re not sure what you might want to take at university, ensure you’ve got a good mix of GCSE subjects – you could follow the English Baccalaureate model(taking English, maths, double science,...

   Don’t choose subjects because you want to be with a best friend or an inspirational teacher – your friendship may change or that teacher may leave;

   If you’re already thinking about a particular type of course, take a look at the entry requirementsfor specific courses at different unis and work back from there.

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   A couple of Year 10 students told us what they were enjoying most about their GCSE choices. What lessons can you learn from their experience when making your own GCSE choices? Which subjects do you enjoy already? Is there something you want to learn more about?

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7. www.studential.com › blog › how-important-are-yourAre Your GCSE Subject Choices Important? - Studential.com

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   Jan 8, 2024 · In short: yes, it does matter which GCSE subjects you choose. From my experience, here’s why. 1. Keeping your options open. I wasn’t really sure what I wanted to do with my life (who does at 13?), and this is one piece of memorable advice my tutors gave me.

8. www.bbc.co.uk › bitesize › articlesWhat GCSEs should I take to become a... ? - BBC Bitesize

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   To work in the medical profession, you will need at least seven GCSEs (or equivalent Level 2 qualifications) including Science, English Language and Maths. Science may be a Double or Triple...

9. www.reddit.com › r › AskUKIn the grand scheme of things, how much do GCSEs really matter?

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   Let's face it, GCSEs are terribly constructed exams. They don't test your knowledge - they test your memory and how well you follow the almost formulaic structure of the mark scheme. TL;DR: How much do GCSEs really matter?

10. theweek.com › news › educationPros and cons of GCSEs: is the exam system fit for purpose?

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    Aug 25, 2022 · GCSEs and A levels should be scrapped in favour of a system that better prepares students for the modern workplace, according to a new report by the Tony Blair Institute for Global Change.