Higher Education Information...
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Thursday 13th June 2019 Essex Higher Education Convention @
University of Essex
Over 100 universities Speak to admissions tutors Understand student finance
Leave Thurstable @ 13.00Return to Thurstable by 16.00
Free of charge
Academic and careers opportunities
Letter was sent via schools post on Wednesday 24th April
Higher Education Information Evening
Meet the Team
Mr Muttock
Head of Sixth Form
Mrs Swan
Sixth Form Manager
Paul Dunton
Anglia Ruskin University
Life beyond Thurstable
“6th form really prepared me for University”
“I still email teachers with results from my essays”
“the activities that I was involved in during 6th form really helped me for my apprenticeship interview; I could use lots of example”
Options, apprenticeships
Rise of apprenticeships
• Growing interest UK-wide in apprenticeships as a legitimate alternative to university
• UUK (Universities UK) and HEFCE (Higher Education Funding Council for England), 5000 degree apprenticeship starts in 2017/2018, a 68% increase on the previous year
Apprenticeship benefits
Learning whilst working
Meet people
Possibility to experience a different part of the country (or world)
Explore a personal interest in an area of work
Achieve a qualification towards career progression
Gain transferable skills
Move to a new town or city
Apprenticeship support
121 support from staff
Careers meeting; interview and application guidance
Careers convention
Guest speakers in assemblies
Checking of applications
https://www.ucas.com/apprenticeships-in-the-uk
Options, University
Personal benefits
Independence Meet people
Experience a different part of the country (or world)
Explore a personal interest in a subject
Achieve a qualification towards career progression
Gain transferable skillsMove to a new town or city
HE personal social
Meet and interact with new people from different backgrounds to you
Social activities
Gain independence by Cooking, cleaning and managing your bills
Make friends for life. Students Union is home to sports teams, societies, and further support
Many universities also have a students newspaper, radio station and TV channel
HE personal graduate
Lots of employment choice:Professional areasGraduate schemes
Universities teach the skills which employers value
2/3 of graduate jobs do not ask for a specific degree subject – just that level of education
Graduates enter professions at a higher level
Degree and university experiences can enhance your CV
HE personal graduate - salaries
A degree is an investment into your future
Over a lifetime, a graduate can earn 20-25% more than a non-graduate
https://www.thecompleteuniversityguide.co.uk/careers/what-do-graduates-do-and-earn/
Graduates progress faster in the workplace than non-graduates
Stage 2 – Next steps
I understand the benefits, but what
now?
I know what I want to do…
Use the summer to…
1. Course related work experience 2. Read around your subject3. Visit places of interest related to your course 4. Join networks to find out the latest in…5. Join an enrichment programme e.g. the ARU
Great to reference in your personal statement…
I don’t know what I want to do…
How many courses can you choose from in the UK?Over 37,000
How many choices are you allowed on your UCAS form?5!
Where do I start?The UCAS website: www.ucas.com
I don’t know what I want to do…
Information that make help to inform your choices
• Select a course that supports your career aspirations
• Take the UCAS test to find out which careers / courses may suit you besthttps://www.ucas.com/careers/buzz-quiz
• Browse potential jobs to give an indication of courses relevant to a career, salaries, and personal qualities required https://www.prospects.ac.uk/
• Speak to careers advisers in school
I don’t know what I want to do…
www.ucas.com
• Use prospectuses, course brochures, websites
• Make the most of open days and taster days (don’t forget to tell us before hand)
• Ask questions / email the relevant department at universities
• Ask questions at the university visits
Choosing what to study…
Things to consider:
• Single / joint honours • Length of course• Practical / theory balance• Teaching / assessment styles• Career destinations • Entry requirements • Professional accreditations • Work placements • Study abroad
Choosing where to study…
Things to consider:
• Distance from home• Transport links• Number of sites• Rural or urban campus• Cost of living • Style of facilities• City attractions• Safety• Nightlife• Cultural and faith supporthttps://www.thetimes.co.uk/article/good-university-guide-in-full-tp6dzs7wn
Choosing accommodation?
Things to consider:
• Guaranteed for first year?• Catered/self-catered halls• Internet access• Private rented• Facilities• Distance from campus• Value for money
UCAS
Universities and Colleges Admission Service
Centralised application processing service
On-line system and application form
Secure site, can be worked on anywhere
Not just used to applying to university• Stamford test• Entry profiles• UCAS fair dates
UCAS
UCAS process over 2 million undergraduate applications a year
Lots of competition – it is important to have a strong application form
Be realistic about choices; for examples2x ambitious entry requirement – something to aim for
1x match your predicted grades2x lower entry requirements to fall back on
If you cant decide between courses, try and select similar subjects e.g. Business and accounting. This will make your personal statement more focused.
UCAS – the big picture
UCAS application form
Personal details
Qualifications – include A levels and AS levels + other level 3 BTEC qualifications
Five choices of course on the form
Personal statement
References from tutor and class teachers
UCAS – what happens to the application?
UCAS acknowledges receipt of your form
You can track the application process online (using the UCAS track facility)
University admissions tutors assess each application
Possible invitation to an interview
Decisions / offers made via UCAS track
Universities send offer letters
UCAS – possible offers
1. Conditional offer
2. Unconditional offer
3. Alternative course offer
4. Unsuccessful
Offers may be expressed in either grades or UCAS points, e.g. BBB or UCAS points
https://www.ucas.com/ucas/tariff-calculator
What happens next?
Select two choices - firm and insurance
Student has now entered into an agreement with these universities. If they chance their minds they will need to be released by their institutions
They are entering into an agreement (grades permitting) with these universities - ensure you are happy to attend either
Ensure that they reply to all offers before the deadline dates (failure to do so is an instant decline of an offer)
UCAS Extra – for late applications and for those who have changed their mind
Results day
Clearing
How can we help?
Encourage students to visit higher education fairs and university visits
Support and guidance from The Sixth Form Team, Tutors, Teachers and guest speakers in assemblies.
• Thursday 6th June - Year 12 employability day • Thursday 6 June 2019 at 6.30pm @ Thurstable - “Higher Education Information Evening”. • Thursday 13 June 2019 Essex Higher Education Convention @ The University of Essex – 13.00-16.00• Thursday 4 July 2019 - periods 1 and 2, completion of UCAS application and personal statement
workshops
Students should be researching courses and institutions and start writing personal statements
Guidance booklet issued
Official application process starts in September and all applications completed by Christmas
Have you ever considered studying abroad?
Benefits
• University links and sandwich courses • Chances to improve language skills• Travel overseas• Have a unique adventure • Improve job prospects • Build self confidence • Establish international careers/links
https://www.erasmusplus.org.uk/
Do your research
Unifrog is a good start https://www.unifrog.org/
Come and see the 6th form team for more information
If you are applying for:
• Oxford / Cambridge• Dentistry• Veterinary medicine • Medicine (UCAT/BMAT)• Law (LNAT)
Please see me after…