Programs Physics Degree without A2 maths?

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The discussion centers around a student in Year 14 who is studying A2 Physics, A2 Chemistry, and a full A2 mathematics course while also managing an A2 in applied mathematics. The student expresses concern about balancing the workload and fears that focusing on full A2 mathematics may hinder performance in other subjects. They inquire whether switching to AS Core mathematics would still allow for university admission to a Physics program, given that their applied mathematics covers similar content. Responses emphasize the importance of A-level mathematics for university physics courses, suggesting that the student contact admissions tutors to clarify how their applied mathematics qualification would be viewed. The student plans to reach out to potential universities for guidance.
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Hi All

Background info first: I`m currently in Year 14, studying A2 Physics and A2 Chemistry. I am also studying a full A2 course (AS and A2 Simultaneously) in one year. I have an A2 in applied mathematics at Grade A, which includes Calculus, Hypothesis testing, Data Analysis and Algebraic manipulation. I am applying to study an Undergraduate Degree in Physics.

I am currently struggling to stay on top of the work flow from the 4 subjects, and am worried that by studying the full A2 maths, I may not achieve the grades in the other two subjects. If I were to study only AS Core mathematics, would I still be considered for a place at a university, seeing as the applied mathematics covers a large amount of the same material?
 
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jack.cottrell said:
Hi All

Background info first: I`m currently in Year 14, studying A2 Physics and A2 Chemistry. I am also studying a full A2 course (AS and A2 Simultaneously) in one year. I have an A2 in applied mathematics at Grade A, which includes Calculus, Hypothesis testing, Data Analysis and Algebraic manipulation. I am applying to study an Undergraduate Degree in Physics.

I am currently struggling to stay on top of the work flow from the 4 subjects, and am worried that by studying the full A2 maths, I may not achieve the grades in the other two subjects. If I were to study only AS Core mathematics, would I still be considered for a place at a university, seeing as the applied mathematics covers a large amount of the same material?

I did not do A2 maths and in order to study physics at university I have to do a foundation year offered by my university.

It is highly unlikely that you will be accepted onto a university physics course without A-level maths or an equivalent.

Get in touch with some admissions tutors and inquire about how they view your applied mathematics qualification.
 
Thanks for the advice, I`ll call some of my choices tonight and see what they say :)
 
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