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An overview of the UCAS application

An overview of the UCAS application. Daniella Wagg Education Liaison and Outreach University of Portsmouth. We’re in the top 2% of universities in the world Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2013. We’re in the top 2% of universities in the world

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An overview of the UCAS application

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  1. An overview of the UCAS application Daniella Wagg Education Liaison and Outreach University of Portsmouth We’re in the top 2% of universities in the world Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2013 We’re in the top 2% of universities in the world Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2013

  2. Why go to University? To get a degree! Interest in a subject Requirement for the job Better pay prospects For the experience A new challenge To gain new skills We’re in the top 2% of universities in the world Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2013 We’re in the top 2% of universities in the world Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2013 We’re in the top 2% of universities in the world Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2013

  3. Lots of choice!!! • American Studies ArchitectureBiomedical Science Computer Games Criminology Creative Writing Dental Hygiene Early Childhood StudiesEngineeringForensic Computing GeologyHospitality ManagementHuman Resource Management IllustrationInternationalDevelopmentInternational Relations JournalismLanguagesMarketingOperating Department PracticePalaeontologyProduct Design Quantity Surveying RadiographySocial Work Sport and Exercise Television and Broadcasting Web Technologies We’re in the top 2% of universities in the world Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2013

  4. What to consider when choosing a course? We’re in the top 2% of universities in the world Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2013

  5. Choosing the right course... Subject!! Entry requirements Teaching and assessment methods Core Vs optional units Work experience and placements Accreditation / Professional registration Study abroad options Employment stats Student satisfaction We’re in the top 2% of universities in the world Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2013

  6. Other factors to consider…… Location & distance from home Facilities/events and activities Accommodation City or Campus? International Links Research interests Staff specialisms We’re in the top 2% of universities in the world Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2013 We’re in the top 2% of universities in the world Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2013 We’re in the top 2% of universities in the world Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2013 We’re in the top 2% of universities in the world Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2013

  7. Who or what is UCAS? • Universities and Colleges Admissions Service • Manage applications to all Higher Education courses in the UK • Personal details • Qualifications • ALL university choices in one form – up to five • Main focus is the personal statement We’re in the top 2% of universities in the world Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2013 We’re in the top 2% of universities in the world Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2013 We’re in the top 2% of universities in the world Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2013

  8. What is the ‘Personal Statement? • Proving suitability and enthusiasm for a course • Personal – it is all about the student • Clear • Concise – Up to 47 lines • Positive We’re in the top 2% of universities in the world Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2013 We’re in the top 2% of universities in the world Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2013 We’re in the top 2% of universities in the world Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2013

  9. Admission Tutors… what are they looking for? Motivation – why are you applying? Active interest in the subject • For higher education? • For this course? • Career aspirations • Wider reading, articles, journals • Exhibitions, galleries • Knowledge of what is required Academic ability and potential Experience / hobbies • How have current subjects affected your choice? • What skills you have gained? • What have you enjoyed, field trips, units? • Academic skills … working to deadlines, lab reports etc • Work experience / shadowing • Part time jobs • Volunteering • College positions e.g student union, prefect, student council MAKE SURE THAT EXAMPLES ARE RELEVANT!!! We’re in the top 2% of universities in the world Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2013 We’re in the top 2% of universities in the world Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2013 We’re in the top 2% of universities in the world Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2013

  10. What happens next? • UCAS acknowledges receipt of the application • University Admissions Tutors assess each application • Track application process online • Possible invitation to an interview / auditions / supply portfolio • Decisions/offers made via UCAS track • CHECK E-MAILS REGULARLY!!! We’re in the top 2% of universities in the world Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2013 We’re in the top 2% of universities in the world Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2013

  11. Types of offer? • Conditional offer • Unconditional offer • Alternative course offer • Unsuccessful • Offers may be expressed in either grades or UCAS points, for example, BBB or 300 UCAS points We’re in the top 2% of universities in the world Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2013 We’re in the top 2% of universities in the world Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2013

  12. After the Offer? • Can only reply to universities once all offers are received • Select firm choice • Can also have an insurance choice • UCAS Extra – for late applicants and those who change their mind • Results Day • Clearing We’re in the top 2% of universities in the world Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2013 We’re in the top 2% of universities in the world Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2013

  13. Tuition Fees • Tuition fees vary from course to course, the maximum is £9,000 per year. • Fees may rise each year in line with inflation. • Fees at the University of Portsmouth will be £9,000 for full-time courses. Student Finance Centre Nuffield Centre St Michael’s Road Portsmouth, PO1 2ED

  14. Tuition Fee Loans • Tuition fees do not have to be paid upfront. Eligible Home (UK) and EU students can apply for a loan to cover these costs, whether they study part or full time. • Eligibility for the loan depends on residency status in the UK, and any previous study students may have done (either in the UK or elsewhere). • Loans are repaid after graduation, depending on income. Student Finance Centre Nuffield Centre St Michael’s Road Portsmouth, PO1 2ED

  15. Maintenance Loans • Maintenance loans (for living costs) are available to eligible full-time students from England. • These loans are partially income-assessed. • The repayment terms are exactly the same as the tuition fee loan. • The amount of loan available depends on: • Where the student lives • Household income • Whether they receive maintenance grant Student Finance Centre Nuffield Centre St Michael’s Road Portsmouth, PO1 2ED

  16. Maintenance Grants • Maintenance grants (for living costs) are available to some full-time students from England. • These grants are income-assessed, and do not have to be repaid. Student Finance Centre Nuffield Centre St Michael’s Road Portsmouth, PO1 2ED

  17. Summary of government support Students living away from home Student Finance Centre Nuffield Centre St Michael’s Road Portsmouth, PO1 2ED

  18. Tuition Fees • You DO NOT need to pay these fees up-front • You do not start repaying until after you finish your course and are earning over £21,000 • The loan is written off after 30 years We’re in the top 2% of universities in the world Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2013 We’re in the top 2% of universities in the world Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2013

  19. Key Dates Mid September – Applications can start to be submitted to UCAS 15th October – Deadline for Oxford & Cambridge and applications for medicine, dentistry, veterinary medicine & veterinary science 15th Jan – Deadline for all other applications (except certain art & design courses) 24th March – Some art and design courses We’re in the top 2% of universities in the world Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2013 We’re in the top 2% of universities in the world Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2013

  20. UCAS Parent Guide • Download from the website • Ucas.com • Hints and tips • Useful websites • Step by step guide We’re in the top 2% of universities in the world Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2013 We’re in the top 2% of universities in the world Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2013

  21. What can you do next? • Visit Uni’s Book on to Open Days • Encourage students to Speak to the careers team • Do some research – websites & prospectuses • Look at the Parent Guide on the UCAS website Websites www.ucas.com www.opendays.com www.unistats.com www.moneysavingexpert.com www.prospects.ac.uk We’re in the top 2% of universities in the world Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2013 We’re in the top 2% of universities in the world Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2013 We’re in the top 2% of universities in the wo We’re in the top 2% of universities in the world Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2013

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