What you need to do for UCAS Clearing
August 2, 2013 Comments Off on What you need to do for UCAS Clearing
Our clear and simple six point guide to university clearing through UCAS. Talk to a careers advisor at your school, college or local careers office to get help deciding which courses and subjects would be right for you. Look at the course vacancies. Official vacancy lists are published on the UCAS website and in The Telegraph newspaper. Things change very quickly so ... Read More »
July 21, 2013 Comments Off on Cleared for take off
It doesn’t matter if your university options go a little awry. The UCAS Clearing system can help you get your career aspirations off the ground. Applied for uni but it didn’t work out? You didn’t receive any offers? You declined all your offers (or missed the due date!)? You didn’t get the grades? The course you applied for changed and ... Read More »
May 20, 2013 Comments Off on Bridge the gap
Despite the name, gap years can last from a couple of weeks to several years – do your research and you can ensure your ‘time out’ goes with the minimum of fuss. BY Hazel Murray Planning your gap year can be one of the most exciting and stressful things you have ever done. In contrast to getting ready for university, ... Read More »
May 13, 2013 Comments Off on How to get the most out of college or university open days
When you invest in anything, you always check that it’s exactly what you want before you buy it. Choosing a university or college is just the same! Attending an Open Day lets you see it first-hand and confirm that you’re happy with it. Visiting universities or colleges is essential if you want to be certain of making the right choice. ... Read More »
March 8, 2013 Comments Off on Five into two does go!
Cutting down your university choices doesn’t have to be a minus; it can be a very big plus for your future plans. BY CHRIS BIRD Narrowing down your five chosen universities to the necessary two can be an arduous task. Not only will you potentially be living away from home for the first time, you will also be looking for the ... Read More »