Geography at University: An Admissions Tutor’s Perspective Dr Katie Willis, Department of Geography, Royal Holloway, University of London

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Geography at University: An Admissions Tutor’s Perspective Dr Katie Willis, Department of Geography, Royal Holloway, University of London

Choosing a Course

What kind of Geography? Science Arts

Joint Degree? Contrasting subjects? Complementary subjects?

Fieldwork

What kind of assessment? Exams Practical reports Dissertations Presentations Posters Fieldwork reports

University Facilities Accommodation Sport Drama Music Politics Clubs & Societies

University Location

Information about courses UCAS website University websites & prospectuses RGS-IBG Guide to UK Geography Departments (see her+Education/Study+Geography/Study+Geogra phy.htm) Handbooks/ Guidebooks

Timing Check the UCAS deadlines Do your research in advance Draft & redraft your personal statement Make sure your teacher/ tutor has enough time to complete the reference

Personal Statement This is important as it is a chance to sell yourself. What excites you about Geography? Explain your course choice Include information about other activities e.g. sport, music, paid work BUT do not go into excessive detail.

Filling in the Form Make sure you fill in all the relevant boxes You do not have to fill in the special needs section, but I would strongly encourage you to do so if it is appropriate. Think about presentation & check spelling & grammar.

Interviews Not all universities have interviews Prepare Don’t waffle! It’s not a personality contest

Finally Be prepared! If you don’t know the answer, then ask! GOOD LUCK!