Why go to university Travel Study Abroad Higher
Why go to university? Travel / Study Abroad Higher Earning Potential Opportunities Social Life Internationally recognised qualification Move away from home Boost Employability Career Student Life Meet new people Further their education Develop self confidence Independence Sense of Achievement Take up new hobbies Maturity
Transferable Skills Independence Team Work Commitment Communication Problem Solving Organisation and Planning Initiative Leadership Negotiating Interpersonal Skills Time Management Organisational Skills Critical Thinking Working Under Pressure
Just some of the courses on offer. . Footwear Design Computer Games Programming Journalism Forensic Science Creative Writing Mechatronics Music Technology Nursing and Midwifery Drama and Performing Arts Fashion Buying Psychology Pharmacy and Cosmetic Science Media Studies Law Computer Security Business Management Human Rights & Social Justice
Where do you start? Course Campus City Cost
Choosing the right course
Course • Career • Modules • Teaching Methods • Assessments • Entry Requirements
Entry Requirements • Each university will have different entry requirements for their courses. • UCAS points or specific grades in specific subjects? Do I have the right GCSEs? • Will I need an interview? Do I need relevant work experience? • Work out your UCAS tariff by using the UCAS tariff calculator.
UCAS point tariff A Level AS Level BTEC Extended Diploma (QCF) Extended Project A* 56 A 20 D*D*D* 168 A* 28 A 48 B 16 D*D*D 160 A 24 B 40 C 12 D*DD 152 B 20 C 32 D 10 DDD 144 C 16 D 24 E 6 DDM 128 D 12 E 16 DMM 112 E 8 MMM 96 MMP 80 MPP 64 PPP 48
Campus City or Campus University What are the facilities like? How far away is the accommodation? How does it feel?
City Is it safe? Will you feel comfortable moving around the city? What is there to do? (shops/nightlife/culture/nature) What are the transports links like? Can you see yourself living/studying there?
Cost Tuition fees of £ 9, 250 per year. Research in to scholarships and bursaries. Consider the cost of living. Financial support.
Research is key Read university prospectuses and websites to find out more Attend university workshops and taster sessions Attend Open Days Use the UCAS website to research subjects you’re interested in
Do your research ur What are yo priorities? it from s i r a f w o H home? City o r Camp us? Entry Requirement s? Module Choices? Study Abroad? Placement Year?
What is UCAS? Universities and Colleges Admissions Service Central hub of undergraduate HE applications Includes a list of over 50, 000 HE courses Support/resources for students, teachers and parents Hosts annual HE fairs and events
Application Process • All students applying will do so via UCAS. • You will be given an individual username and password – keep these details safe. • You can log in to your UCAS form anytime from anywhere. • There are six sections of the application to complete which can be done in any order. • You can make up to five choices. Once submitted; a copy of the form is sent to all chosen universities - institutions can’t see where else you have applied to or what other courses you have applied for. • • It costs £ 13 to make one choice and £ 24 to make up to five.
Personal Statements Forms part of your UCAS application. 4000 Character / 47 Line Document. Your chance to “sell yourself” to universities. Helps admission tutors make an informed judgement.
Plan your personal statement Personal Interests Work Experience Career Aspirations t Personal Statemen Why do you want to study this course? Why you are suitable for this course?
Visit Open Days • Find out more about the course. • Find out what academics are looking for. • Speak to current students. • Get a feel for the campus. • See the facilities and opportunities on offer to you.
Receiving Offers Conditional Offer Firm Choice Unconditional Offer Test Alternative Course Offer Unsuccessful Insurance Choice All remaining offers will be disregarded
UCAS application timeline January – September 2018 Research, open days, plan application March 2019 You should receive all offers back from universities September 2018 UCAS cycle opens January 15 2019 Deadline for applications to be considered May 2019 Deadline to make your final choice October 15 2018 First UCAS deadline Oxbridge, Medicine, Vet Science Internal deadline for submitting UCAS application After October half term but before Christmas August 2019 A level results day! Confirmation/Clearing September 2019 Start university!
Further information Careers Advice at College Useful Worksheets, videos and advice online UCAS Website – www. ucas. com Speak to admissions teams and support teams at universities!
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