Choosing Your Course
One of the biggest regrets graduates have is not picking the right course…
44% regret their choice of subject
Higher Education Research Choosing Your Subject What to Look for When Choosing Your
Course and University Researching information Next Steps
Choosing Your SubjectYou could decide to study
A subject you have already studied A subject that relates to a career idea A subject that relates to something
new Still not sure…?
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What Factors Could Influence Your Choice
Course University
What to Look For When Choosing Your University and Course
Entry requirements Type of university Location Student satisfaction scores How you’ll spend your time Course content
More Things to Look for How you’ll be assessed Graduate prospects Fees Professional accreditation Competition
“Top things to look for when comparing uni courses” (Which?University)“How to Choose the Right University” (What?Uni)“Help! I don't know what course to choose - what do I do?” (Which?University)
Other Things to Consider What do you want to do after the
course? How do you like learning? Get to grips with the language of HE Rankings Culture Home or away? Work experience Cost Your second choice
What Next? Continue Research
Seek advice and help if needed Check open days and attend these for
universities you are considering Narrow down choices to 5 courses Work on experience/ skills/ knowledge Work on your personal statement
What Then? Ensure you know deadlines (including school deadlines)
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Prepare for tests Medicine Teaching
Look into scholarships/ bursaries Gap Year/ delayed/ deferred entry? Apply! Sort out your student finance
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What? Uni
The Student Room
Open Days Check dates Book a place Plan for the day
What? Uni Search by university or date
UCAS Spreadsheet sorted by university and date
Which University (Advice section) Course specific questions to ask
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Go Search At least two courses in two different subjects
Entry requirements Previous courses studied Types of campus Student satisfaction Graduate employment Graduate Pay University information University prospectus Course fees Costs Reviews or comments from students
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