This is the study of matter – what it’s composed of and its structure, properties and its reaction and changes when exposed to different situations.
**Some universities will have a list of the subjects they will accept as a second science, other than those mentioned below, so check their individual requirements carefully.**
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Informed Choices is aimed at pupils aged 14 and upwards who are considering university and want information to help them choose the right subjects to study at sixth form or college.
The guidance is written by admissions directors from the 24 Russell Group universities and provides information on why subject choice matters.
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