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Entry into Research Led Universities. 2011 Entry. How do I choose a university?. Choose your course Continue to study an existing subject Pick up a new subject Study a vocational subject Achieve a career goal Enjoyment factor. How do I choose a university?. How do I choose a university?.
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Entry into Research Led Universities 2011 Entry
How do I choose a university? Choose your course • Continue to study an existing subject • Pick up a new subject • Study a vocational subject • Achieve a career goal • Enjoyment factor
How do I choose a university? Research your course • Entry requirements • Course structure • Assessment methods • Opportunities to study abroad • Graduate destinations
How do I choose a university? Research the university • Location • Facilities • Accommodation • League tables • Graduate employment statistics • Open Days
How do I apply? UCAS • Universities and Colleges Admissions Service • Applications start September 2010 • Application close 15th January 2011 • Oxford and Cambridge applications close 15th October 2010 • Veterinary Medicine, Medicine and Dentistry applications close 15th October 2010 • Art and Design courses (some course) – 24th March 2011
How do I apply? UCAS.com • Fill out on-line application – 5 choices • Tutor fills out reference and sends to UCAS Admissions Office at University • Receives application within 24hours after submission Department or School at University • Sets number of places available
How do I apply? Admissions tutors for the course • Read applications and make decisions • Courses can receive up to 50 applications per place • Your application must stand out UCAS • Notifies students of decisions
Impressing an Admissions Tutor What do admissions tutors look for? Grades • You must have the required predicted grades • Contextual factors may be taken into consideration Courses • You must be studying the right courses • Foundation degrees i.e. Lincoln Certificate
Impressing an Admissions Tutor What do admissions tutors look for? Personal Statement • An interest and commitment to your subject • Enjoyment from your subject • Work experience or summer schools • What did you learn • What skills did you gain • A plan for the future
Impressing an Admissions Tutor What do admissions tutors look for? Personal Statement • Other interests or achievements • What can you offer the university? • Demonstrate your character
Summary • Make decisions about courses and universities • Gain appropriate work experience • Be able to demonstrate an interest in the subject • Start thinking about your personal statement • Identify gaps • Submit UCAS forms as soon as possible