Imperial economics finance data science vs ucl/warwick econ vs gap year for IB?

Currently have offers for the three programs above, would a year out be worth the potential benefits from a Oxbridge/Lse degree?

Which uni?

Imperial economic finance data science
71% (12 votes)
UCL economics
18% (3 votes)
Warwick economics
6% (1 vote)
Gap year
6% (1 vote)
Total votes: 17
3 Comments
 

It's easy to get involved with 'prestige' but these are all are very good options. Importantly, they're all good enough that it is not worth taking a gap year. That being said, if you have a dying want to re-apply to Oxbridge, you can weigh up yourself if you feel it's worth risking for the price of a year to quench the "What if?" feeling. But, know that most people will likely say it isn't worth it given your options rn.

 

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