What's the easiest GCSE?

The British Exams lists the top 10 easiest GCSEs as reported by students:
  • Geography.
  • Film Studies.
  • Religious Studies.
  • Media Studies.
  • Hospitality and Catering.
  • Business Studies.
  • Drama.
  • Physical Education.
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What GCSE is the hardest?

The hardest GCSE to pass is Double Science with 58.1 percent of students getting a four or lower in 2021. Just 1.5 percent of students received a nine in Double Science.
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What is the best GCSE to take?

The 5 Best GCSEs to Take in 2022 (Student Opinion)
  1. GCSE History. ...
  2. GCSE Modern Foreign Languages. ...
  3. GCSE P.E. ...
  4. GCSE Business Studies. ...
  5. GCSE Music.
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What is the least popular GCSE?

5 least popular GCSE subjects 2018
  1. Welsh (as a second language) - 15. Only 15 students were entered to sit the GCSE exam in Welsh as a second language in 2018. ...
  2. Manufacturing - 50. ...
  3. Other sciences - 2,525. ...
  4. General studies - 2,945. ...
  5. Classical subjects (non-EBacc) - 3,625.
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Is GCSE hard or easy?

When taking GCSEs there is a huge mix of subjects, skills, and knowledge. This can be incredibly difficult to manage. Students struggle to balance enough time to be able to do everything they used to do on a day-to-day basis, as well as including revision.
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The 10 Easiest GCSE Subjects In 2021 - Think Student



Is geography or history GCSE easier?

Geography is quite easy and interesting but then again a lot of case studies to remember. The coursework for history is basically source analysis but it is quite difficult compared with geography coursework.
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How hard is it to get a 9 at GCSE?

Getting a 9 in GCSE Maths is a higher grade than an A* was, as it is meant to differentiate the very top achieving pupils. In 2020 Grade 9s made up 6.6% of all results in England across all GCSE subjects – slightly higher than the previous year, but still quite a small percentage.
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What is the most chosen GCSE?

GCSE Maths

GCSE Maths has been proven to be the clearly most popular GCSE as it cements the basic academic skills needed in many life scenarios.
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Is RS a good GCSE to take?

Yes it's definitely a good option! Full course Religious Studies is compulsory at my school (we're a Christian school), and we do the OCR B Philosophy and Applied Ethics course (our school starts us midway through Year 9, I'm now midway through year 10). It's really interesting, and relevant today.
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Which GCSEs are most popular?

Geography, History, French, and Spanish all show clear up-ticks in popularity since its introduction. Computing/Information has also increased in popularity in recent years; however, this increase followed a decline in popularity.
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Can you go to uni without GCSEs?

Whether you just missed out on a grade at GCSE or lack certain subjects or qualifications, you can still get to university if you're willing to put some extra work in.
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Do unis look at GCSEs?

Many universities will look at your GCSE grades when deciding whether to offer you a place on their course. They used to look at AS level grades but most students do not do this qualification any more so they are paying more attention to GCSEs.
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What GCSE Do I need to be a doctor?

Entry requirements

You'll usually need: at least 5 GCSEs grades 9 to 7 (A* or A), including English maths and sciences. 3 A levels, or equivalent, including biology and chemistry.
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Is a 7 in GCSE good?

Grade 7 is the equivalent of a grade A. Grade 6 is the equivalent of just above a grade B. Grade 5 is the equivalent of in between grades B and C. Grade 4 is the equivalent of a grade C.
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Are GCSEs harder than mocks?

Yes the mock test are usually tougher than the actual examinations.
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Is GCSE Chemistry hard?

GCSE Chemistry is the second hardest science GCSE you can take, just harder than GCSE Biology. Let's quickly run through why it's in the middle of the other two sciences, and not at either end. What is this? GCSE Chemistry has a high pass rate of 89.7% in 2018.
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What does a 43 mean in Science GCSE?

combined science, you get 2 grades 43 is above 3 and below 4.
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Is GCSE Drama hard?

GCSE Drama

Very close, but not quite making into the top spot is GCSE Drama. This GCSE combines the best of both enjoyable content and easy assessments to provide a really simple and accessible GCSE.
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What is the most popular subject in school UK?

English and history/classics topped a list of the nation's favourite school subjects, chosen by 17% and 15% of respondents respectively, suggesting that people become interested in understanding elements of humanity, society and culture early on.
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What GCSE Do you need to be a lawyer?

What GCSEs should I take to become a lawyer? To study law, you'll need at least five GCSEs (or equivalent Level 2 qualifications) at grade 4/C or above, including Maths, English Language and Science. Courses are competitive, so you should aim for the highest grades possible.
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How many GCSEs do you need for university?

Most colleges like you to take a minimum of five GCSEs, including English Language and Maths at grade 4 (C) or above, while sixth forms have slightly higher entry requirements, looking for at least six GCSE examination results achieving at least a grade 4 (C).
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Is a Grade 6 GOOD?

Grade 6 indicates a good level of achievement and will help support progression into higher education and future employment.
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Are 8 GCSEs enough?

Fewer GCSEs with good grades are the best - a minimum of 8. It's a great collection of advice and information. 8 is plenty. 10 is pushing it.
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How many hours a day should you study for GCSE?

Theory 1 - Study Around 15-20 Hours per Week for Your GCSEs & A-Levels. The Student Room interviewed) a few students that came with some solid advice. One student recommends starting to revise around 2 months in advance of the exams.
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