Higher Earning Potential Further their education Why go to university? Travel / Study Abroad Higher Earning Potential Internationally recognised qualification Opportunities Move away from home Social Life Boost Employability Further their education Career Independence Develop self confidence Sense of Achievement Student Life Maturity Meet new people Take up new hobbies

Transferable Skills Independence Team Work Initiative Negotiating Commitment Leadership Interpersonal Skills Communication Critical Thinking Time Management Organisation and Planning Problem Solving Working Under Pressure Organisational Skills

Just some of the courses on offer.. Footwear Design Computer Games Programming Media Studies Journalism Forensic Science Nursing and Midwifery Creative Writing Mechatronics Drama and Performing Arts Music Technology Fashion Buying Computer Security Nursing Psychology Law Business Management Pharmacy and Cosmetic Science Human Rights & Social Justice

Where do you start? Course Campus City Cost

Choosing the right course

Course Career Modules Teaching Methods Assessments Entry Requirements Do you enjoy the subject? - You will be studying it for 3 or 4 years. Career - what are the graduate destinations for that particular subject. Modules – each university will offer different modules. Can you choose modules? Teaching methods – Split of theory and practical. How many lectures? Do you have tutorial? Assessments – how is the course assessed? Exams, assignments, practical assessments. Work experience – can you do a placement as part of your course? What industry links does the course have. Entry requirements – what do you need to gain entry on to the course.

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.

BTEC Extended Diploma (QCF) UCAS point tariff A Level AS Level BTEC Extended Diploma (QCF) Extended Project A* 56 A 20 D*D*D* 168 28 48 B 16 D*D*D 160 24 40 C 12 D*DD 152 32 D 10 DDD 144 E 6 DDM 128 DMM 112 8 MMM 96 MMP 80 MPP 64 PPP

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

What are your priorities? Do your research What are your priorities? Entry Requirements? City or Campus? Study Abroad? How far is it from home? Placement Year? Module Choices?

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 Why do you want to study this course? Why you are suitable for this course? Personal Statement

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 Conditional Offer Firm Choice Unconditional Offer Insurance Choice Alternative Course Offer All remaining offers will be disregarded Unsuccessful Once you receive all of your offers you can log into UCAS Track and make your final choices All remaining offers will be disregarded.

UCAS application timeline January – September 2018 Research, open days, plan application September 2018 UCAS cycle opens October 15 2018 First UCAS deadline Oxbridge, Medicine, Vet Science March 2019 You should receive all offers back from universities January 15 2019 Deadline for applications to be considered Internal deadline for submitting UCAS application After October half term but before Christmas May 2019 Deadline to make your final choice August 2019 A level results day! Confirmation/Clearing September 2019 Start university!

Further information Useful Worksheets, videos and advice online Careers Advice at College Useful Worksheets, videos and advice online UCAS Website – www.ucas.com Speak to admissions teams and support teams at universities!