What career choice after poor grades?

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SUMMARY

The discussion centers on career choices for individuals with poor academic performance, particularly in English, while excelling in science and technology. The participant expresses a strong interest in creating and building, yet feels uncertain about pursuing engineering due to perceived deficiencies in mathematics. Recommendations emphasize starting with entry-level positions in fields related to science and technology to gain experience and advance over time, rather than aiming for immediate high-level roles.

PREREQUISITES
  • Basic understanding of GCSE and A-Level qualifications
  • Familiarity with career paths in science and technology
  • Knowledge of entry-level job opportunities in engineering and applied sciences
  • Awareness of skills required for engineering courses, particularly in mathematics
NEXT STEPS
  • Research entry-level positions in technology and engineering fields
  • Explore vocational courses in applied sciences and engineering
  • Investigate online resources for improving mathematics skills
  • Look into internships or apprenticeships in science-related industries
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This discussion is beneficial for students struggling with academic performance, particularly in English, who have interests in science and technology. It is also relevant for individuals seeking guidance on career paths that allow for creativity and hands-on work outside of traditional laboratory settings.

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So... I cannot choose a career path.
So let's start with the basics i am ok at math and science poor at english. In GCSE i received B in science, C in maths and C in english. I was disappointed as this meant that i could not do A-Level Chem and Bio on college. So now i am doing applied science which is for 'dumb' people, computing which is interesting and R.S which is a filler course.

So my dilemma is where do i go from here? I have an interest in science and technology, i enjoy creating and building things and love to know how things work (i watch a lot of documentaries). But i do not know what course to choose for uni, i am mediocore at all the main subjects and i am not sure whether i would be clever enough to carry out the maths within an engineering course or i do not want to work in a lab looking at cells even though i enjoy science. What should i do, i have been looking around on this website and some threads have said that to do engineering you need to be good at maths, i am not.
So after all that context my question is what career should i pursue that allows me to make things and not be stuck in a laboratory or office? P.s sorry for the long writing.
 
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