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!