MY A-LEVEL RESULTS // What I Wish I Did Differently - Regrets

[@JadenYee]

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[@sm1purplmurderedme583]

omg yes

[@Sam.Kramer]

Really rate that you're confident enough to put your grades out there and also be honest about regrets 🙏 will defo help many people

[@JadenYee]

Thank you so much! Your videos talking about content like this is really helpful too!

[@xuebaslytherin2008]

I dropped my EPQ a few months ago and I was stressing about not having this advantage over other applicants, but hearing you talk about how the hours spent the EPQ could be used for your a level subjects was such a relief. Thanks a lot! (For context I am going into Yr13 in September

[@JadenYee]

Yes, if you've already decided to drop it then don't worry anymore! Focus on the present and your subjects!

[@amanvirgrewal4861]

what a legend honestly he put the conclusion at the front for us-

[@JadenYee]

Hope you found it useful!

[@cindyksani800]

Thank you for the video!! Really liked how you were plain out honest about your decisions on your subjects and EPQ and were confident to show your grades.Also your picture representation of Yr12&13 was👌🏾

[@JadenYee]

Thanks for the lovely comment :)

[@sumeyyeal-azawi2795]

This was a really helpful video, I have newly started year 12 and I am finding chemistry tougher than biology. I was also worried that I would find sixth form really difficult because I am taking a language as my fourth a level. Your content has been very useful thanks a lot!

[@JadenYee]

Thank you for supporting, hope it has gone alright so far!

[@astudies8157]

Hi such an insightful video jaden:) I’m currently in yr 11 and want to pursue dentistry and I’ve picked my a-levels biology chemistry psychology and criminology (the last 2 are back ups) I didn’t pick physics or maths because I hate it and now Idk if it will affect my future when applying to dentistry 😬

[@JadenYee]

Hi! Nice to see another future dentist! Those are some very interesting choices! From my experiences, you shouldn't have any problems in terms of applications for dentistry with those choices but every university will want different things. The biology and chemistry are definitely really important as I'm sure you know. Physics and maths are not necessary as universities often look for 1-2 sciences so you should be good! Goodluck!

[@hanselindenbirken7947]

Your content is absolutely brilliant and if you keep this up (of course, you ought to strike a balance between whatever you’ve got to do at uni and uploading videos on TH-cam) you might make it big!
Also, I can commiserate to some extent. I thought four subjects would’ve been easy for me to cope with but then again that illusion was shattered as soon as I started Year 13.
There’s an massive disparity between whatever you learn at Year 12 and the stuff you’re supposed to learn once you get to Year 13. These couple of years were incredibly tough. Of course, the coronavirus did nothing to remedy that.
Still, I wouldn’t exactly call it an utter disappointment as I managed to get the results I’ve always wanted.

[@JadenYee]

Thank you so much for the nice comment! That's a great insight and glad you got what you wanted!

[@CherriMoustache]

If you keep making content like this, you're going to make it big!!!

[@JadenYee]

Thank you so much!

[@Letik3x]

Your EPQ advice helped me score 47/50 so thank you !!

[@JadenYee]

Congratulations!

[@elliottizer123]

Great video , all the best for uni !

[@JadenYee]

Thank you!!

[@cactuslipbalm432]

I know im a year late but those results are absolutely insane, props to you for being able to achieve that 🙌

[@JadenYee]

Haha thank you still!

[@aisha.mospah4571]

Well done on getting into dental school. What dental school did you get into to ? Can you please post a video on how we can make our self stand out as dental applicants

[@JadenYee]

Thanks! I will be attending the University of Bristol! Yes, I will be doing videos about uni applications and things you can do!

[@serenawilfred7716]

Omg you did so well, your grades are amazing.

[@JadenYee]

Thank you so much!!

[@joegreen5478]

Great video and wish you all the best for when you got to university !!

[@JadenYee]

Thank you so much!!

[@ramisa7354]

I’m terrified because I’m talking Maths, Further Maths, Physics, Chemistry and English Language 😭

[@JadenYee]

Goodluck! 5 A levels!!

[@xoxoxoxo3839]

What’s the point ? It’s not worth more ucas points than three a levels

[@ramisa7354]

@@xoxoxoxo3839 my school forces us to choose 4 a levels and since I’ve chosen further maths it’s makes it 5

[@habibmatlib6093]

Hey there, I really appreciate you posting this insightful video. I chose these A levels- biology, chemistry and maths. Do you think someone doing 4 A-levels will have a much greater advantage over me when applying for dentistry. Furthermore, if I do take a 4th subject and drop it after year 12 will I still have an advantage over someone who took three a levels from the beginning to year 13. It would be immensely beneficial to me and many other people if you also post videos specific to how you got into dentistry and the steps you took ( volunteering, work experience, extra curricular activities etc)

[@JadenYee]

Thanks for your comment! No, I don't think adding a 4th A level will create a much bigger advantage if any advantage at all. Most uni's state that they only require 3 subjects so adding a 4th might not increase your chances, although I don't know for sure.
If you drop your 4th after Yr12 you will get a predicted grade for that choice but I don't know if it will benefit your application much as every university will be different in deciding that. You won't have a 4th Alevel to fall back onto though which is a con.
I will be doing videos on these topics in the future!

[@gigazaeem9542]

it wont. if anything it will potentially hurt chances cos more work. more effort to meet same requirements. could be lot of work. i did 3 and got on just fine.

[@habibmatlib6093]

@@gigazaeem9542 just out of curiosity did you get into dentistry by doing 3, or did you go into do something else

[@haashimasif1835]

A lot better? Bro u got basically 2A*s and 3As I’d be so gassed with that be proud of urself

[@JadenYee]

Maybe I used the wrong words! I am very happy of those grades don't worry :)

[@two697]

I think he's just tryna say he would rather have got 3 or 4A*s instead of getting any As

[@haashimasif1835]

@@JadenYee yeah sorry if that was a bit rude but it’s still a massive achievement and I’m wishing that I’ll get A*s too because I’m doing my a level exams this year 😂😂

[@JadenYee]

@@haashimasif1835 no I didn't take it as rude at all don't worry! Goodluck with your exams!

[@thelmagx]

Could you make a video on epq ideas for someone doing chemistry, biology and psychology and hoping to get into medical school?

[@hamdih2004]

^^

[@JadenYee]

Hmm, could be a possible video idea!

[@lunabrights4073]

Omg I’m doing the same! I’d also like to know 🙃

[@masanatide4166]

Tysm for the vid I feel so indecisive abt what to pick haha

[@JadenYee]

No problem, thank you for the nice comment!

[@masanatide4166]

@@JadenYee hii tysm for replying,would you mind possibly giving me advice if I should do a 4th A level for y12?
Ikt that you're probably really busy in dental school so I'll keep it really short:
I want to pursue economics,business studies or finance at a top university
which option seems better?
Option 1: A level maths,further maths and economics + EPQ + more emphasis on extracurriculars.
Pros:
Only focus on relevant subjects that I am interested in?
More time to focus on supercurriculars
Cons:
Possibly narrow for competetive universities
Option 2: A level maths,further maths and economics + AS level psychology + EPQ + fewer extracurriculars
pros:
Broader range of subjects; arguably safer
Almost equal to 4 A levels but significantly lesser workload (which means more focus on extracurriculars compared to if I took 4 A levels)
cons:
not that interesting
uncertainity abt whether universities appreciate the AS level as conditional offers are only given on 4 complete A levels?
lesser time on supercurriculars compared to if I took 3 A levels + EPQ
the EPQ is mandatory in my schl
Additional information: (read if possible but not vital...)
Taking 8 IGCSEs in may/june, consistently score As and A*s in tests
Took 2 IGCSEs and an scored A* in extended maths and an A in my second language
Haven't taken psychology, but am expected to score an A* in econ,business studies and additional math(which is basically equal to AS level math)
I am set on taking econ/business/finance; the 10 subjects have given me some insight on wht are my interests
I can't take business studies as I'm already taking economics - if taken together they're considered one subject
I prefer to rather take extra work than to regret not doing tht. so I'd happily take AS psych if I should

[@viollix3634]

I'm in year 13 doing maths biology and chem and I'm gonna start do epq but I think I'm gonna ended up doing bad in my ucat I have it on 22 of this months and I want to do dentistry I'm applying to Bristol and Newcastle and I'm still not sure about other unis what do u recommend? I'm scared that I would not get an interview

[@JadenYee]

You should be optimistic about your ucat since you can still improve until exam day! I applied to both of them too but you might also want to consider unis like KCL, Sheffield, QMUL, Birmingham. I would focus on your personal statement and ucat right now to try and get interview offers, you still have lot's of opportunity to improve your application so goodluck and hopefully it all goes well :)

[@viollix3634]

@@JadenYee what should I do if I don’t get an interview? I really want to do dentistry and is it possible if I do my personal statement and send it to you to have a look if you don’t mind

[@shafinbepary2000]

you did amazing bro! thanks for sharing your experience . I'm looking forward to take A levels and it boosted my confidence

[@JadenYee]

Glad to hear, goodluck!

[@annalouise9588]

please do a biology revision video for year 12s ☺️

[@JadenYee]

All subjects specific videos will be future content!

[@astudentstudying6199]

Interesting how you said you knew you wanted to study either dentistry and medicine. As a prospective medic, I'd love to hear what made you swerve on the side of dentistry, might make an interesting video as well 👀

[@astudentstudying6199]

btw about 6:25 - I'm planning to make some content around EPQ and I emailed the AQA exam board beforehand and they said it's perfectly fine to share your EPQ work after the qualification has been submitted and the grades have been given :) so you won't have to worry about getting in trouble

[@JadenYee]

It was mostly based on my work experience and environment to keep it really short but I might make videos like this!

[@JadenYee]

Oh, that's great to hear about the EPQ sharing! Are we allowed to show our whole final project to others?

[@astudentstudying6199]

@@JadenYee yup, here's the email they gave me.
"Hi Jakaria
Thank you for your email
It's great to hear you're interested in helping students. Please be assured that after certificates have been released grades are final and any NEA work including EPQ projects are considered free to use publicly. This means you can upload your EPQ essay and there's no cause for concern when doing this.
I hope this helps but if you have any further questions, please let me know.
Kind regards
Callan Keating 
Customer Services Adviser, Teacher Services
AQA Devas Street, Manchester M15 6EX"

[@JadenYee]

@@astudentstudying6199 Oh wow that's great thank you so much 👍

[@dezlina.7813]

Would you doing wider reading and work experience is better than doing an EPQ or do unis really care?

[@dezlina.7813]

@Detsky I see what you mean but I have already done EPQ Level 1 and 2 so not sure to do a 3rd.

[@JadenYee]

I think if you do an EPQ, you would still need to do work experience and wider reading but this really depends on the course you want to apply to for uni. I would check different uni websites first to see which they value. If you had to choose between them, for courses like dentistry + medicine, I would say that work experience + wider reading is better.

[@papajohnsuk5965]

nope epqs are useless imo, better to focus on a levels +work experience

[@ididntgetthejoke3587]

I am doing 2 a levels in Spanish and Computer science and a Btec in sport(worth 3 a levels). I plan to apply to computer science in uni, but worry that won't be enough lol.
Do unis accept that
Also very informative video man. New sub 👍

[@JadenYee]

That looks acceptable to me but I really don't have any experience in Btec! I would do a little research on some uni course requirements that you are interested in and seeing what they say! Thank you for your lovely comment!

[@reed1353]

Unfortunately, the vast majority of Computer Science courses at a Uni require a qualification in maths to apply - KCL didn't previously, but added it this year, and I believe that QMUL still doesn't. You'd either need to find a Uni that doesn't require it (tends to be less prestigious/lower down in the rankings) or try to pick up a Maths A-Level in a gap year or as part of a fast-track course.

[@kisores9293]

im doing maths biology and chemistry a levels and have no idea how a levels work and ucas and universities and im so lost

[@samirihamk8747]

BUT - though I've given you a ton of sites to look at, researching and reading online for hours and hours is going to drain and tire you out. So do a little (honestly, max at 2hrs I'd say. But if you want to go on, go on. Just don't drain yourself to the point where next time you need to research about uni it will make you think ugh), then make sure you talk to a teacher (cos they've all gone through uni, to be teaching you A level), or your head of year

[@JadenYee]

Hmm, to try and simplify it:
Year 12: You have exams throughout the whole year with end of year exams which would probably mostly determine your predicted grades for your actual A-levels in Yr13. These predicted grades will be the same grades you use to apply to university through the UCAS website.
Year 13: You write your personal statement and apply to different universities in the hopes they give you either an interview offer or an actual offer with required grades (unless it is unconditional). You then take A-levels near the end of the year to try and attain the grades on your top 2 chosen offers.

[@kisores9293]

@@JadenYee thanks but I don’t really know what degree to take

[@JadenYee]

@@kisores9293 That's completely fine, so many are thinking the exact same thing like myself when I was there.

[@vidyajeyaroopan5748]

Awesome.. very helpful

[@JadenYee]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Hello-.-115]

Actually I am in grade 10 now I still have a lot to go through 😅😅 Thanks for your advices 😊😊actually as I am in Egypt I am going to take all my ALevels in grade 11 as I going to graduate from grade 11 ( feeling I can’t do it but my brother did so yeah keeping hopes )….. what country are you studying dentistry?

[@collins4948]

I also want to do dentistry instead of medicine
Since they earn more
What mad you choose dentistry?
Pls make a vid

[@JadenYee]

This has been a highly requested future video idea! I would also like to note one of the main points every dentistry/medicine course stresses is that you shouldn't be doing it only for the purpose for making money! There are many doctors who earn a lot more than dentists and vice versa.

[@collins4948]

@@JadenYee alright thanks
Do you know who earns more than dentists

[@abdullah-hi6cf]

@@collins4948 Hey man I know its cheesy but you should aim to have a career which you think you would enjoy or are passionate about. If money is your main goal then there is nothing wrong about that, but what is the point of making money if you despise going to work everyday. Trust me, if you aim for jobs with high salaries just for the money then you will be unhappy.

[@user-tg1zf6ow4o]

Quick question do u need to do a epq if you want to do medicine or density in university

[@borabora169]

Hi I am doing 4 alevels without an eps, do you think that would be okay still without epq

[@user-jq3qt8no7h]

Yes

[@JadenYee]

Yes, I don't think an EPQ or 4th A level is necessary so it is absolutely fine. They are just extra bits which might help.

[@sadiyahh_8263]

Im currently year 12 and i want to study dentistry so could you maybe do a video on what made you choose dentistry?

[@JadenYee]

This has been requested alot!! I will be doing that in the future yes.

[@theicetojenniescream6891]

hello, gcse student here, I am really curious about how you got such great results in gcse, are there any tips to improve the grades? thanks!

[@JadenYee]

I actually have a video on that here! th-cam.com/video/FVIjIOWYRqM/w-d-xo.html
Doing loads of practice qus/past papers is always my no.1 recommendation as you learn from mistakes and identify reoccurring patterns!

[@dzung1969]

At least you didn’t have to sit the exams like those this summer

[@immi00]

Hi, i hope you’ll be able to reply to this since it’s an old video and my comment is very long 😬
Just to let you know, i have found almost all your videos extremely helpful recently so thank you very much!
I’ve just started year 12 and intend to do an epq along with biology, chemistry and psychology, also hoping to study dentistry at uni
My question is that if i do struggle with handling the epq and decide to drop it, would my chances of getting into dentistry alter in any way?
I will also be volunteering, doing work experience and trying my best to participate in extra curricular activities
My next question is about the interviews that take place.
I struggle with anxiety and don’t think i’ll be able to comfortably attend the interviews.
Do all applicants go through interviews or can we be accepted straight away?
What does this depend on?

[@JadenYee]

Thank you for you question, I am still reading them all!
No, every uni I know doesn't really weigh an EPQ very heavily at all. Do it if it interests you and if you are capable of doing well in your subjects at the moment. I don't think it would alter your chances if I am honest but the decision is always yours and not everyone will say the same. Check uni websites to see if they prefer an EPQ or not because they will all be different!
Anxiety is very common especially for interviews.
For dentistry as far as I know, every uni will make you take an interview, I'll make a video about interviews in the future. Interviews just take a lot of practice and from this you will gain confidence and it is your chance to really show the interviewers why you should get the place there. Dentistry is a career which requires you to talk to a lot of different people so this is good development, try to be positive and you'll get more comfortable the more you practice!
You need to do the UCAT or BMAT and have met the required GCSEs or A-levels, and give a good personal statement to get an interview in general.
Hope this has helped.

[@bruckoop]

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God bless you and have a bright academic year for every on e who is reading this. Amen!!!

[@JadenYee]

Thank you so much :)

[@bonniechico6534]

Good luck with university!

[@JadenYee]

Thank you so much!

[@ellacastillo939]

How did you revise for A levels?

[@JadenYee]

Will do videos on this but mostly past papers/qus and testing myself a lot using active recall + spaced repetition

[@nafiskhan8801]

Is Business, accounting, IT good in A levels?

[@JadenYee]

It depends what you want to do, I'm sure all A-levels are fine!

[@phantom_weeb]

i just started sixth form last week but i only got 3 a levels.. not that smart for 4😅

[@zhiyilau4303]

I am currently taking chemistry, biology, maths and econs but I’m planning on dropping econs too

[@JadenYee]

That's absolutely fine!

[@omarabdelrazik2071]

I'm taking further maths as a 4th subject. I want to pursue engineering. Do u think I should drop it?

[@naz4585]

Don't drop it if maths is something you enjoy. Even if you don't, having an organised plan for revising, break(hobbies, rest, entertainment) and EPQ etc helps greatly.

[@JadenYee]

I don't know all the little details of applying to a course in engineering but I know it does require a lot of maths! If you enjoy further maths then I would keep it because it may come in very handy. I do not think it is a necessity though since when looking at a high level uni like Cambridge:www.undergraduate.study.cam.ac.uk/courses/engineering
It looks like they only require maths + physics but this obviously depends on what you enjoy and what specific engineering course you want to apply for. There are many factors so I would talk to teachers to help guide you!

[@omarabdelrazik2071]

@@JadenYee Thanks so much. This was really useful.
On the 'entry requirements' for Cambridge on the website u just sent the first thing on the notes is "A Level Further Mathematics is very strongly encouraged."

[@JadenYee]

@@omarabdelrazik2071 No problem, oh yes, I didn't see that part! Glad you found it!

[@jessieyeetus9885]

Hey, I was just wondering since your school said that initially you had to pick 4 subjects for A-Level if you went to Camp Hill as they do the same thing. Also thank you for the advice and good luck with your course! I've just started Year 12 and hope to do dentistry as well

[@JadenYee]

Hey, I didn't go there actually, I'm guessing that this isn't that uncommon then!

[@alibongo281]

@@JadenYeeyeah my school makes us take 4 alevels and an epq but it is a grammar school

[@danpan1767]

Did you do english in year 12? because isn't that compulsory for university?

[@JadenYee]

I didn't do english, it isn't compulsory for us!

[@stellaalthea6700]

Do you think one year is enough to prep for A levels? I’m rushed for time due to some irl circumstances, and I was hoping to hear from someone like you. Grats for your results btw! Love your video

[@JadenYee]

Thank you so much! I think it will be tough to prepare in a year for A-levels but it is definitely possible. You will just need to work hard and focus on specific areas which you need to improve. Goodluck!

[@alishba3042]

Is physics hard or maths? Which one is easier?

[@JadenYee]

I personally found maths harder than physics but it really depends all on you!

[@two697]

I'd probably say maths is easier for me but physics is too bad either

[@user-jq3qt8no7h]

Nice

[@JadenYee]

Thanks!

[@fake2044]

what uni did you get into?

[@JadenYee]

Bristol!

[@hotblooder6126]

How did you get A* in biology any tips?

[@JadenYee]

Practice and try to understand how to hit the point on the markscheme using key words!

[@sofiaa1945]

did you go Wilsons school in Sutton by any chance 😳

[@JadenYee]

No I didn't!

[@essaahmed6276]

Hey what do u think of doing 9 AS exams in 1 series? Do u think it’s too much?

[@JadenYee]

I'm not so sure what you mean about the 1 series but feel free to explain more!

[@PenguDZN]

what do you think on 4 a levels and no epq?

[@two697]

What a levels?

[@PenguDZN]

@@two697 chemistry biology maths computerscience

[@two697]

@@PenguDZN seems decent. What did you get in a levels?

[@PenguDZN]

@@two697 just started year 12

[@two697]

@@PenguDZN oh I mean gcses? What did you get in gcse's?

[@DopeAK7]

you found physics easier than maths? how

[@JadenYee]

Everyone finds different things in everything!

[@user-wf4ot3su7b]

What is an EPQ?

[@JadenYee]

An extended project qualification

[@user-wf4ot3su7b]

@@JadenYee Did you find it difficult and would you recommend doing it?

[@user-jq3qt8no7h]

Which Alevel subject did u get an 8 in in gcse?

[@JadenYee]

Maths