Should i take a gap year for best IB chances?
Currently applied to ucas and in yr 13 , predicted A*AA . I applied for pure econ to all semitargets and have 2 offers for pure econ bsc at 2 semitargets. I didn't apply for pure econ at targets as my application was not strong enough (pure econ at targets is extremely competitive).
Is it worth taking a gap year and then reapplying for target unis with my actual a-level grades for less competitive courses eg business , geography and econ , to increase my chances to break in , as I know the uni prestige matters more than the course.
Forgot to add the semitargets I got offers from is nottingham and Bristol
Based on the most helpful WSO content, taking a gap year could be a strategic move if your ultimate goal is to maximize your chances of breaking into IB. Here's a breakdown of your situation and potential options:
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If you're confident in achieving top A-level grades and can use the gap year productively (e.g., gaining experience, improving your application), it could be worth reapplying to target universities. However, if you're unsure about the gap year or prefer to start university immediately, Nottingham and Bristol are solid options where you can still break into IB with the right effort and strategy.
Sources: Screwed up my A Levels, what courses can I go for to still make it in IB?, 3.9 GPA from an Ivy League school in a useless major. What are my options?, Ask Natalie from Accepted about Business School Admissions, Unsure on what to do next or where to go as UK undergraduate, https://www.wallstreetoasis.com/forum/investment-banking/should-i-take-a-gap-year-before-university-uk?customgpt=1
Canadian here.
Is there a difference between pure econ and other majors recruiting wise?
If there is not, then you should go to a target even if it is not pure econ and somehow related to finance.
If there is a difference between recruiting prospects from pure econ at target and something else at target, then take the gap year.
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