Preparing for UCAS

fairs

UCAS Fairs• Nationwide HE fairs

• Representatives from all universities

• 1000’s of students attend each day

• Also have stands for the Army, Gap Years, Connexions, RAF

• Lots of relevant course information and literature

• Often offer a range of seminars on HE related topics

• Questions, questions, questions!

What will it look like?

• Universities will be placed in alphabetical order

• Some fairs will be spread over several rooms, make sure you visit them all

• Try and plan your route in advance, work out which stands you want to visit

• Don’t walk around in large groups, visit the stands that interest you

What to ask……about your course

• How is it related to your current subjects?

• What are the entry requirements?

• How is it assessed?

• Are there placement or exchange opportunities?

• Do they interview?

• How competitive is it? How can you get the edge?

• What kind of facilities are in place?

• Progression routes?

What to ask…… about the university lifestyle

• When are the open days?

• Do they provide/ guarantee first year students accommodation?

• What scholarships and bursaries are on offer?

• Where is the university located?

• What city attractions are there?

• What are the transport links like?

• Does the university have a good range of clubs and societies?

Top Tips• Research course ideas first

• Consult and complete the relevant sections of the convention guide before you arrive

• Ask questions (universities don’t bite!)

• Plan your route and time carefully

• Attend seminars if they are offered to you

• Pick up all the relevant literature and information

• Make notes on what universities say

• Take a strong empty bag!!!