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<\/p>\nWhether you\u2019re currently in Year 9 and only just beginning to think about your GCSE subjects, or you\u2019re half a term into Year 11, chances are you\u2019re already aware of the difference between core subjects and the options you choose for yourself.\u00a0 Whilst for some, the opportunity to drop subjects such as English, Maths or Science may have been welcome \u2013 alas, it\u2019s not to be.<\/p>\n
These subjects remain core throughout the UK and most further education establishments and employers will not accept an application without at least a pass in these areas.\u00a0 Some may have more specification requirements, such as a grade 5 or above. Therefore, it\u2019s essential you put the work in now to ensure you get the grades you need to progress in the future \u2013 even if you\u2019re still not entirely sure what you want that future to look like.<\/p>\n
Simply emphasising the importance of Maths, English and Science doesn\u2019t help anyone though, does it?\u00a0 We can hear you now; \u201cBut I\u2019m no good at Maths, English or Science\u201d and we get it. Genuinely. We sympathise.\u00a0 However, all the wishing things were different isn\u2019t going to do anyone any good.\u00a0 Perhaps understanding why people value these subjects so much would help.<\/p>\n
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Let\u2019s start with English, which is arguably the easiest one to justify in terms of its day-to-day relevance, no matter what career you choose.\u00a0 If you live and work in England then the reality is, you\u2019re going to need English on a day-to-day basis to read instructions, communicate both orally and in written format, to take bookings at a restaurant or to pass on information.<\/p>\n
Whilst there may be an argument that Shakespeare or Chaucer has little bearing on functional English skills, demonstrating you can read, understand and interpret information are always beneficial and transferrable skills which employers and further educators will want to see.<\/p>\n
The same goes for maths.\u00a0 Even if you have no intention of becoming an accountant, maths teacher or data analyst, you will still need maths in your day-to-day work life.\u00a0 That may be working out discounts, calculating measurements for cooking or giving the right change to a customer.\u00a0 True, algebra may never form a part of your normal life; however, the skills understanding algebra provides you with such as logical thought, will always be useful and shouldn\u2019t be overlooked.<\/p>\n
How about science?\u00a0 Many wrongly assume only those who want to work in medical or clinical settings require good GCSE science grades, but that\u2019s simply not true.\u00a0 So many further qualifications, such as Psychology, teaching and engineering require a good understanding of science. In order to progress through the required qualifications for these sorts of roles, you\u2019ll need to start with a strong GCSE grade in at least double science.\u00a0 Some FE courses will require specific grades in any or all of the sciences.<\/p>\n
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It\u2019s really easy to assume, at the age of 12, 14 or 16 that you absolutely will not need to know one end of the microscope from the other in your future adult life. However, one thing most adults will be able to tell you is that things change.\u00a0 You have no idea what you might want to know in the future, what things might suddenly spark an interest, and what regrets you may develop.\u00a0 Trust us, we were all your age once upon a long time ago.<\/p>\n
This is why it\u2019s important you err on the side of caution and do everything you can to ensure you get the relevant grades in these three subjects whilst you have the chance.\u00a0 Yes, there is always the possibility of doing resits, or retaking a course; however, why go through that if you can avoid it?\u00a0 Do it right the first time and things will be significantly easier.<\/p>\n
But, how do you do that if one or even all of these subjects are not your strong suit?\u00a0 What are your options if you\u2019re worried a pass (or higher grades) are beyond your reach?<\/p>\n
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Tutoring online<\/a> for example with online chemistry tutors<\/a>, online biology tutors<\/a> or online physics tutors<\/a> could provide you with very valuable help when preparing for your GCSEs<\/p>\n Working with a professional GCSE Tutor<\/a>, for instance a physics tutor<\/a> or a maths tutor<\/a>, may be precisely the kind of support you need when it comes to securing the grades you want. Whether you\u2019re looking for an online maths tutor<\/a> or an online science tutor<\/a>, working with someone with specific subject knowledge will help give you the edge and make your studying more impactful.<\/p>\n Even if you\u2019re taking double science, rather than triple science, you may still find it useful to work with a dedicated chemistry tutor<\/a>, biology tutor<\/a> or a science tutor<\/a>. Many students find that they tend to prefer one of the sciences over the others, and therefore this one tends to be their better subject.\u00a0 If you find this is the case, then working on the areas you find more problematic will help focus your resources.\u00a0 If you find biology and chemistry easy, or at least not that daunting, then an online physics tutor<\/a> may be your best bet, or if you think you may want to study Engineering, then working with physics and maths tutors<\/a> could be invaluable for you.<\/p>\n They will be able to work with you to identify your areas of weakness, by asking questions, working through problems with you and going over sample questions and papers.\u00a0 They can then provide clarification on specific subject areas and keep working with you to build your confidence.\u00a0 It may be that they are easily able to identify some gaps in your knowledge which, once resolved, will lay a good foundation for you to be able to continue your studies and improve your skills further.<\/p>\n Here at Tutorspot we have a wide range of online tutors<\/a> available to support you with any subject you need help with from GCSE through to A Level tutors<\/a> and beyond.\u00a0 You can start searching for the right tutor for you today by emailing us at info@tutorspot.co.uk or giving us a call or text on 07480637128.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Whether you\u2019re currently in Year 9 and only just beginning to think about your GCSE subjects, or you\u2019re half a term into Year 11, chances are you\u2019re already aware of the difference between core subjects and the options you choose for yourself.\u00a0 Whilst for some, the opportunity to drop subjects such as English, Maths or […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":1576,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[22],"tags":[],"yoast_head":"\n