The UCAS Guide to Getting into University and College
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The UCAS Guide to Getting into University and College: Everything You Need to Know About the Entire Research and Application Process

The UCAS Guide to Getting into University and College: Everything You Need to Know About the Entire Research and Application Process


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The book will reassure and guide those who are beginning their applicant journey to higher education, whether they are school leavers, independent or international students, or students with disabilities. Written in a friendly way, each chapter includes myth busters, case studies, flowcharts and checklists.

Table of Contents:
The guide contains 6 main steps in the applicant journey: * Where to Start? This section explains what higher education (HE) is, what types of qualifications are available and the role of UCAS in the applicant journey. It describes the six steps to applying and gives advice on finance available for prospective students. * Step 1 - Choosing Courses Information about Entry Profiles, Course Finder and admissions tests is included, as well as how to read league tables, how to make the most of UCAS conventions and open days at HE institutions, what is UCAS Card and much more. * Step 2 - Applying How to apply, how to write a personal statement, information on applying to Oxford and Cambridge, applications to medicine and helpful tips from students and experts are just some of the topics covered in this section. * Step 3 - Offers Important information on what happens after applying is included in this section; such as how to apply for funding, how to make choices and reply to offers. A comprehensive look at how to prepare for an interview is included; explaining auditions, requests for art portfolios, interviews for Oxbridge, etc. * Step 4 - Results This section explains how to prepare for results, how to appeal, different ways and times of receiving results; with case studies and helpful tips from students. * Step 5 - Next Steps This chapter gives a comprehensive look at Clearing and Adjustment, other options for those who don't get a place, such as gap years, apprenticeships, part-time courses and studying overseas. * Step 6 - Starting University or College This section gives advice on preparing to study, leaving home, how to manage student finance, getting support and many helpful tips from students who are already in higher education. Resources

About the Author :
UCAS is the organisation that manages over 600,000 applications a year to UK universities and colleges. With its long-term involvement in the education sector and its expertise, it has earned a well-placed and important position in the higher education market. UCAS Media, a trading company owned by UCAS, offers a wide portfolio of products and services, including publishing. UCAS' long-established expertise and access to the most up-to date information ensures that prospective students, their parents and advisers see our books as the most accurate and definitive.

Review :
'This is the book we have all been waiting a long time...it covers everything the applicants need to know on their journey from choosing a university right through to their arrival on campus. It contains really useful tips from those who have been through the process as well as numerous case studies and suggestions from university admissions tutors about what to put in a personal statement. It is the most comprehensive guide to the university application process...' David Fullerton, Head of Careers at Dean Close School, Cheltenham 'Absolutely brilliant! It's a must have read - not only for students who are thinking about higher education, but their parents , new advisers or anyone at all who wants to understand the process. It is all there in a practical, informative and easy to understand format. It is completely impartial and offers fabulous tips and advice...It truly is a fully comprehensive guide that the reader will be able to dip in and out of at various stages.' Debbie Verdino, Post-16 Manager at Thomas Deacon Academy '...it answers all the questions I'd felt stupid for asking at college, it's inspired me to do my research and take this so much more seriously...' an A-level student


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Product Details
  • ISBN-13: 9781908077226
  • Publisher: University & College Admissions Service (UCAS)
  • Publisher Imprint: University & College Admissions Service (UCAS)
  • Edition: Revised edition
  • Language: English
  • Spine Width: 23 mm
  • Weight: 748 gr
  • ISBN-10: 1908077220
  • Publisher Date: 01 Dec 2012
  • Binding: Paperback
  • Height: 246 mm
  • Returnable: N
  • Sub Title: Everything You Need to Know About the Entire Research and Application Process
  • Width: 189 mm


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