1. Choosing the right course and university
By Melrose Fernandes

2. The benefits of studying at university
Independence
Meet people
Experience a different location
Gain a professional qualification

3. Spoilt for choice How many universities can you choose from in the UK?
Where can you study?
Making your choice

4. The shortlist How many choices are you allowed?
Firm and insurance choice
Other options
UCAS Extra and Adjustment

5. What is right for you? The 4C’s Course City Campus (accommodation)
Career

6. Choosing your course Things to consider: Single/joint honours/modular
Length of course
Practical/theory balance
Teaching/
assessment styles

7. Choosing your course Career destinations Entry requirements
Professional accreditations
Work placements
Ranking

8. Kings Foundation Equivalencies

9. Location Things to consider: Distance/transport links
Campus or city based university
Number of sites
Cost of living
Style of facilities
Attractions
Safety

10. Accommodation Guaranteed for foreign students
Catered or self-catering?
Ensuite or shared?
Private/rented
Distance from campus
Value for money

11. How and where to research
List your priorities
Use course search on ucas.ac.uk
Use prospectuses and websites
Check open days and visiting days

12. How and where to research
Build up a relationship with the university
Check the Guardian university website
And the complete university guide.
Ask your teachers for advice!

13. Support for you UCAS Counsellor First check of UCAS form Melrose
Tutor
UCAS Counsellor
First check of UCAS form Melrose
Final check of UCAS form Adam
The form is sent!

14. Useful websites www.thetimes.co.uk/tto/public/gug/de