Sixth Form
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University Applications
University
UCAS
This is the main university website where you can search Universities and Courses. This is also used to make all applications. We will set up accounts for all year 12 students during
UCAS Applicant FAQs
UCAS Applicant FAQs can be found in the following document which is in pdf format.
Applicant FAQs
UCAS Overview
This PowerPoint goes through the University application process for Year 12 students. It contains information on key dates and what students need to do; as well as students finance and studying abroad.
twitter.com/ucas_online
Check here for the latest news, deadline reminders, tips and advice about applying through UCAS. It’s aimed at students.
Unistats
This gives you more detailed information about Universities and Courses, including success rates and student opinions.
Russell Group
The Russell Group represents 20 leading UK universities which are committed to maintaining the very best research, an outstanding teaching and learning experience and unrivalled links with business and the public sector.
Oxbridge Admissions
This site is administered by a group of students who have all gone through the admissions process for either Oxford or Cambridge.
Oxbridge Applications
This is packed full of advice for students wishing to apply to Oxford or Cambridge.
Open Days
This is a university and college open day directory. You can search directly for the institutions you are interested in or alternatively you can browse the calendar and search by month. You can also book your place at an open day directly.
Push
Push is an independent guide to UK universities, student life, gap years, open days and student finance.
BrainTrack
Lists over 10,000 higher education institutions in 194 countries and is continually updated with new resources for education and careers.
www.loudmag.co.uk
Loud! Magazine is a University and careers magazine targeted at 16 - 19 year-olds. Content is student driven and combines features on education and careers with music, fashion and sport.
The Sutton Trust
Find out about summer schools, here and in the USA. You could attend an all expenses paid summer school at Durham University, Imperial College, UCL, Bristol, Cambridge, Nottingham, St Andrews and even Yale.
Oxford University Fees and Scholarship Search
Start a search to quickly find and compare the annual cost of studying and living at Oxford, as well as any support that may be available to you through funding and scholarship opportunities.
Times World University Rankings
The world’s top 100 universities ranked by reputation alone, based on the largest international survey of academic opinion ever undertaken.
Find a Course
BrainTrack
This site lists over 10,000 higher education institutions in 194 countries and is continually updated with new resources for education and careers.
Medical Schools
This site is dedicated to medical schools, including links to information about volunteering and gaining work experience.
Course Finder
UK Course Finder helps you locate your ideal university degree course. Quickly complete the study interests’ questionnaire to pin-point your interests in 150+ degree disciplines. There is also information on how to make your choice and where different subjects may lead.
Veterinary
Contains advice on how to become a vet or a veterinary nurse as well as other animal careers; and also postgraduate career options.
Conference of Drama Schools
Comprises Britain’s 22 leading Drama schools.
Legal Education - Where to Study Law
Contains advice on where to study and how to start a career in Law.
Why Study English
This site is for those students who are choosing a subject to study at degree level. It contains information and advice about preparing for university, what it’s like to study English and the opportunities an English degree may create for you.
Study Physics
Find advice and information about studying Physics at university.
Why Study Languages?
Find information on applying to study languages at university.
Student Finance & Scholarships
Scholarship Search
See if there are scholarships available for the subject you want to study.
Student Money Saving
This site contains lots of money saving advice for students. Grants are primarily targeted at families and individuals with low incomes, particularly those living on benefits. Preference will be given to those studying courses likely to lead to improved employment prospects.
Student Finance
Work out how much you could get through student loans, grants and bursaries, and apply online - plus information on repaying student loans.
Future Students
University fees and student finance
Repayment Calculator – in conjunction with Martin Lewis’ Money Saving Expert
Parents Guide to Student Finance (pdf version)
10 Things Everyone Should Know About Student Fees (pdf version)
Student Life
yougo
Going to university is a big step, but don’t worry you’re not alone. Meet people before you go. Make friends and talk to them in the forums. By registering, membership will provide you with relevant information from universities and colleges and educational related companies.
NUS
NUS is the national voice of students helping them to campaign, get cheap student discounts and provide advice on living student life.
Studying Abroad
US - UK Fulbright Commission
The Fulbright Commission offers scholarship awards and summer programmes for UK citizens to study, lecture or research in the USA.
Erasmus
The Erasmus programme is for higher education students in all subject areas who would like to study or do a work placement for three to twelve months in Europe as part of their degree.
Study In Australia or New Zealand
Study Options is the official representative of Australian and New Zealand universities and colleges in the UK. It offers a free, independent, expert service for people looking to study in Australia and New Zealand.
Study in Europe
Find information on how to apply for university studies in Europe, admission requirements, application deadlines, tuition fees and much more.
Study in Canada
Learn about visas, tuition, application requirements and learn about Canada and Canadian education.
Study in Holland
Contains information on courses and institutions as well as scholarships and life in Holland.
Universities in the USA and Canada
Association of Universities and Colleges of Canada
Guy Flouch Presentation - Undergraduate Study Opportunities Abroad
Julia Douglas Presentation - Applications to US
Gap Years
Gap Year
Offers advice and provider links.
Lonely Planet
Plenty of advice for travellers.
World Travel Tips
Resource to support independent travel and backpacking.
Foreign and Commonwealth Office
Hot spots and safe travel advice.
Careers
Careers
Prospects
This website gives you ideas of careers and jobs once you have graduated.
Next Step
Over 750 job profiles and each of them gives the essential information needed on what the job involves and how to get into it.
Jobs and Opportunities Abroad in Europe
Teaching
Find out what a career in teaching has to offer, and learn about the routes available if you want to begin a career in teaching.
NHS Careers
Find out about the many different careers available within the NHS.
Journalism
Find information and advice on training and jobs.
Public Relations
Find resources, training information and a section on qualifications.
Police
Click here for information about Police recruitment in general or check out the Kent and Sussex websites to find out more about our local Police. There are diverse job opportunities including forensic photographers, counter clerks and administrative staff as well as the more traditional roles.
Apprenticeships
Major companies like British Airways, BT, Tesco and Virgin Media, offer excellent paid apprenticeships from engineering, management to IT.
Flight Attendant
Check out Virgin Atlantic, Virgin Group, British Airways and Emirates or look at other airline websites for more information; they should all have a careers section.
The Enterprise Programme
Supports unemployed young people aged 18-30 to work out if their business ideas are viable and whether self-employment is right for them.
http://www.career-test.co.uk/test.php
Personality Test and Career Matching.
http://icould.com/
Need some ideas for the future? Some inspiration on what kind of career might be right for you? Just want to find out what’s out there? icould can help you discover what you could do and how you could get there.
http://icould.com/buzz/
With The Buzz personality profile quiz, you'll discover more about what makes you tick and what you're naturally good at, all in just five minutes.
http://similarminds.com/career.html
A different careers test.
Skills Health Check
Take this test to find out about the skills and abilities you have, and how they can help you get the job you want.
Buzz Personality Profile Quiz
Discover more about what makes you tick and what you're naturally good at, all in just five minutes. It will also suggest some possible careers for you.
www.loudmag.co.uk
Loud! Magazine is a University and careers magazine targeted at 16 - 19 year-olds. Content is student driven and combines features on education and careers with music, fashion and sport.
www.WYGU.com
A social network for careers guidance, development, mentoring and networking that may help you identify your skills and find your perfect career.
Careers Information and Advice
You can contact a Careers Adviser for information, advice and support on a range of issues affecting young people
Professional Bodies
British Medical Association
Vital resource for medical information.
British Dental Association
Vital resource for those interested in dentistry.
Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons
Information for veterinary surgeons and nurses.
The Bar Council
Information about the legal profession.
The Law Society
The Law Society represents solicitors in England and Wales. You can find information on current issues, training and advice.
The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants
The Chartered Institute of Marketing
The Chartered Institute of Building
British Hospitality Association
Parents
UCAS – parent pages
In this section you can find all the information you need to support your son or daughter with their choices and application. There are link to help work out student finance as well as a FAQ section
UCAS parent e-newsletter
Sign up for the newsletter to be kept informed of key dates and the stages of your son or daughter’s application
UCAStv
Click on the ‘for parents’ link at the bottom of the screen; there is a parent’s guide to UCAS as well as other relevant videos
UCAS Bookshop
You will find dozens of books about all aspects of university, careers and more
This website features students talking honestly about their own university experiences, taking a gap year, finding a job and getting experience for their chosen career.
Instant Student Finance News, FAQs and Updates
Student Finance England use Twitter to keep students up to date with news and answers to frequently asked questions
