One of the biggest regrets graduates have is not picking the right course…44% regret their choice of subject

 Choosing Your Subject  What to Look for When Choosing Your Course and University  Researching information  Next Steps

You 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…?  Joint honours  Scottish university courses

 Course  University

 Entry requirements  Type of university  Location  Student satisfaction scores  How you’ll spend your time  Course content

 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)

 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

 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

 Ensure you know deadlines (including school deadlines)  Medicine & veterinary science  Art & design  Oxford & Cambridge  Performing Arts  All other courses  Prepare for tests  Medicine  Teaching  Look into scholarships/ bursaries  Gap Year/ delayed/ deferred entry?  Apply!  Sort out your student finance

 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  Opendays.com

 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

 Choosing a University  Personal Statements  Student Finance