1. Higher Education Presentation

2. Why should I apply to University ? Better jobs, better prospects and more choice Earn more money Develop valuable skills Work Placements Do what you love doing A good time! New interests and experiences

3. STUDENT FINANCE University fees up to £9,000 per year, (2013 entry) As from 2013/2014 Entitlement to Maintenance Grant £3354 per year (2013 entry) Non-repayable Tuition Loan Maintenance Loan Bursaries/National Scholarship Fund www.gov.uk/studentfinance

4. How do I choose a course? 50,000 higher education courses 500 institutions

5. How do I find out about courses? www.ucas.co.uk University websites League tables and guides http://education.guardian.co.uk www.whatuni.com Talk to people

6. Points to Consider How does the course content vary between universities? How long is the course? How is the course assessed? By final exam, coursework or ongoing assessment?

7. Points to Remember How is the course taught? Ratio of formal lectures/seminars/independent study Is there opportunity for work placement? What sort of jobs have current graduates gone on to do? What are the entry requirements?

8. Entry Requirements Check entry requirements Do they except Access? If in doubt contact the University to check.

9. Conclusion If you are unsure about anything in regards to the course, contact the University Admissions tutors, by phone or email. Don’t be afraid to contact them, that’s what they are there for!

10. Which university to go to? Look at university websites and prospectuses. Go to Open Days, campus tours, tasters sessions NEVER CHOOSE A UNIVERSITY YOU HAVE’NT VISITED!!!

11. What else should I think about? Does it have a good transport links? How far away from home is it? Is it in a city location or town or country? What is the accommodation like? What are the study facilities? How good are the social and sporting facilities? What student help is available?

12. Remember You are investing a great deal of time and money in your degree so make sure that you do lots of research! Of the students who drop out of higher education in their first year, the majority do so because they have chosen the wrong course or the wrong University for them, so do your homework!

13. UCAS APPLICATION PROCESS Online application (www.ucas.com) Register and make a start on your application Personal statement Reference Cost £12.00 one choice or £23.00 more than one Apply through me not individually!!

14. After Applying to UCAS Need to check Track regularly on the UCAS website Make sure you accept places on courses before the offer expires UCAS Extra – March 2014 Apply for Loans/Grants early 2014 www.gov.uk/studentfinance Student Finance Calculator

15. How Can I help You With researching universities/courses I can log you on to the UCAS application system:- www.ucas.com Guide you through your UCAS application Help with your personal statement Advise you about Finance

16. UCAS APPLICATION DEADLINE FRIDAY 20th DECEMBER 2013!! All applications must be completed by this date at the latest!

17. Help and Advice If you would like any help or advice, please do not hesitate to contact:- Lucy Moore – Careers/HE Adviser 01530 836136 ext 228 or in Student Support or lmoore@Stephensoncoll.ac.uk

18. DERBY UNIVERSITY PROGRESSION EVENT Friday 11 th October 2013 10.00-3.00 – Bus will leave at 9.00 am Talks and Taster session Transport will be provided–Limited places on the bus – Cost £3.00

19. ANY QUESTIONS??