[DanaC]

I know so many people who had a clear idea of what they wanted to do, and followed the quals path that would lead them to that career, only to find that as they got nearer to it they didn't really want it at all.

I also have always thought that the pressure to decide the rest of your life at such a young age is over the top. How can you really know what is out there and where your aptitude lies? Your experience base is limited at 16. The world of work is vast. There are roles and careers out there that you won't even have heard of, let alone explored the possibilities of them.

If you want to go to university, and these days it's also worth exploring other options, then my only advice would be to a) choose subjects that you feel you can enjoy or get satisfaction from, and b) try to avoid so-called 'soft' subjects. Unless you have a particular interest in them obviously.

Some subjects are seen as generally more of a preparation for university study than others. Worth seeking advice from someone in university admissions.

Since you don't yet know what direction you wish to go in, try to go for things that will allow plenty of options later on.