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University and Higher Education
What are my options?
Why go to uni?
• Some jobs need university degrees:– Medicine– Law– Architecture– Engineering
• Better employment options
• Follow your interests
Why go to uni?
• Develop new skills (on or off your course)
• More independence, but lots of support
• Gain confidence• Not like school!• It’s FUN!!
How do I choose a course?
• Favourite subject?• Needed for your career?• Vocational courses?• Something new?• Follow your interests!• Compare courses at different unis
What did these people study at uni?
How do I choose where to go?• Course• Location• City or Campus?• Accommodation
and facilities• Social life• Cost of living and
bursaries available
How much does it cost?
• Tuition fees– Pay back after you study
• Living costs–Maintenance loans/grants
• Bursaries and grants• Part-time jobs
Timeline for applications
What now?
• UCAS– http://www.ucas.com/
• Apply to Uni– http://www.applytouni.com/
• Student Finance England– http://www.studentfinanceengland.co.uk/
• The Student Room– http://www.thestudentroom.co.uk/
• Go to some Open Days!