Is a Lack of Interest in Math Holding You Back for Your Dream University Major?

[tock~tick]

hi, i live in the uk and I am currently doing my GCSE's; and choosing my a-levels.
I love physics, its most definitely something i want to continue at university. I know i need maths do to this.
But my problem is that maths doesn't engage me like physics does. I'm going to find it very hard to do well in something i don't enjoy; so i was just wondering if anyone is or was in the same situation, and has any ideas on how to break down my barriers.
Thank you.

 

[Studiot]

I am assuming you are in you final GCSE year, having possibly already done one or two to increase the numbers.

Even by the end of GCSE you will not really have done enough of either subject to properly evaluate your feelings so try not to be too hasty.

You will definitely need some of the A level maths concepts and tools to progress in physics at university. That said, one of my contemporaries when I first went studied physics at a university that took a particularly mathematical approach. He dropped out after the first year, but later managed to transfer to another university where their course was more practical so he srill ended up with his BSc in physics.

But there are lots of options and lots of time for you to think about it. Once again don't be too hasty.

And good studying in the future!

 

[tock~tick]

Thanks for your reply, it makes perfect sense. I am in my final year (year 11) Having done GCSE's last year, i'll end up with 12 GCSE's one being statistics in maths. I know I am going to have to do A-level maths, and i know i can do it. What course did you take at university? And what qualifications did you leave school with?
Thanks again

 

[Studiot]

It was a very long time ago but I left with Chemistry S level, Maths (Pure & Applied) and Physics A levels
My first degree was in applied maths and postgrad diploma in hydrographic surveying and marine civil engineering.

Another tip. You will find A level very different from GCSE, it is not 'more of the same'. That was a great shock to me.

 

[tock~tick]

Yes, I'm trying to prepare myself for the change; but it's not really the kind of thing you can prepare for is it? Anyway, thanks for the information and i will definitely keep it in mind.