Make sure you choose subjects that you are good at

Pick subjects that you enjoy and not just the ones that you think would look good on your CV

Pick subjects which link to your future aspirations

Choose a variety of subjects

Talk to your teachers about a subject before choosing it

Don't rush when choosing your options

Discuss your option choices with your parent(s)/ carer(s)

Look into which qualifications your future job needs, if you know

Look at your report, what subjects are you doing well in?

Make sure you are 100% sure of your option choices before you submit your application

Choose an option subject just because your friend(s) have

Don't choose an option subject just because you like the teacher

Don't pick a subject just because you think it might be easier than others

Don't feel pressured by family or friends to choose a certain option

Don't be afraid to ask your teachers, tutor or Head of Year if you have questions

Don't rush to return your application, take your time and revisit your choices after a  week or so and  make sure the options you have chosen are still what you want to study