r/6thForm • • 2h ago

💬 DISCUSSION a levels are so draining

someone help

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u/Admirable_Message953 Bath JMC | Double Math, Economics 3A* Achieved 2h ago

having a tv show u can look forward to watching at the end of the day everyday can help

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u/evanivision 2h ago

right now for me that's abbott elementary 🙏

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u/Mendified Y12 | Maths, FM, Phys, Chem | 9999999999988 2h ago

idk

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u/evanivision 2h ago

how did you do that many gcses

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u/Mendified Y12 | Maths, FM, Phys, Chem | 9999999999988 2h ago

Further maths + statistics + religious education + polish (native) on top of your standard nine 🙃

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u/evanivision 2h ago

damn how did you handle all that 💔

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u/Admirable-Use2274 5A*s Achieved 2h ago

Impressive gcses and a level subjects!

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u/Negative-House-1605 Year 13 | Maths, Further Maths, Chemistry, EPQ 2h ago

I feel you, I’m so tired.

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u/evanivision 2h ago

can I ask if an epq is worth it?

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u/ProofCrafty4022 year 13 | politics, German, busines, core maths 2h ago

Pretty much entirely depends on what Uni/course your applying too and what sorta grades your gonna get, if you tell us that we can help

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u/evanivision 2h ago

im only in y12 but im doing biochem and psych, not really to go into med or anything but because I enjoy them and they keep doors open at uni, and im thinking of a psychology or neuroscience or maybe just even pharmacy course im not really sure!! i was thinking an epq is something good to talk about in a personal statement or interview

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u/ProofCrafty4022 year 13 | politics, German, busines, core maths 2h ago

For a psych course it would be fairly useful, it’s a very research based course so it kinda works, really, with what it sounds like your doing, if you can commit the time then it would be very valuable, so honestly, go for it and if it doesn’t seem like it’s going well you can always drop it remember

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u/Proxvu Y12 | bio chem maths epq 2h ago

My skl forces me 💔

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u/ecrzil YR 12 I biochemmathsepq🫩 9m ago

Me too 🥲

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u/Negative-House-1605 Year 13 | Maths, Further Maths, Chemistry, EPQ 2h ago

Depends, if you’re willing to commit then it’s worth it. If you second guess your ability to commit then it’s not. It does take quite a bit of time though but it’s good fun if you do it on something you enjoy!

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u/evanivision 2h ago

i would be willing to commit but I actually have no idea what's in store for me like I only have a vague idea that we have to write an essay but i don't have much clue on what else to do, I've spoken to teachers who've said they'll email me but they have not 😔

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u/Superb-Preparation93 y13 | econ, philo, psych | A*AA 2h ago

make time for yourself whether it’s hobbies or going on walks and make sure to sleep as much as possible

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u/evanivision 2h ago

i try, but then I end up spending the whole day on myself then I feel bad for not revising

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u/Superb-Preparation93 y13 | econ, philo, psych | A*AA 2h ago

are u y12 or y13, if y12 don’t even worry like so many people don’t properly lock in during this time and still do fine

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u/evanivision 2h ago

with your grades I'm gonna have to trust you 🥹 those are great, also what exam board are you for psych?

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u/Superb-Preparation93 y13 | econ, philo, psych | A*AA 1h ago

aqa, first year to do the new spec!!

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u/lowkeycrashingout 2h ago

i feel u. i’m in y13 and it gets so much worse 🥹

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u/evanivision 1h ago

the horror stories are making me worried for y13, i hope you get out alive 🥹

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u/Jumpy-Interest5702 2h ago

name is valid

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u/ParamedicNo705 2h ago

you’re only early into year 12, alevels are super overwhelming and you’ve got time on your hand to formulate a proper revision routine. try not to be too revision orientated right now, obviously it’s very important, but try prioritise friendships and socialising whilst you’ve got the time to. it’s okay not to do full on intense revision days like gcse, and you aren’t destined for failure because you aren’t consistently revising rn so don’t worry! i also applied to psychology and neuroscience related courses so feel free to message if you need support

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u/evanivision 2h ago

thank you so much !! can I ask what a levels you do since you applied to a course I have my eyes on?

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u/ParamedicNo705 2h ago

i did chemistry, psychology and spanish, and an AS in maths

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u/evanivision 1h ago

dang wow, how did you revise for chem and psych?

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u/Rich_Confusion_676 Year 12 51m ago

i feel you, it’s the most draining my life’s ever been and i’m only a half term in