5th choice for Medics, Dentists and Vets – 15th Jan deadline
All those applying for Medicine, Dentistry and Veterinary schools are aware that they can add only 4 choices in their UCAS form. However they have up until 15th January to add the final fifth choice, which is often considered an insurance choice. It is important to...
Some questions to consider at Medicine/Dentistry/Veterinary interviews
Why do I want to be a doctor/dentist/vet? What do I know about being a doctor/dentist/vet and what do I not know? Are these genuine “facts” or am I making assumptions? What do I want my doctor/dentist/vet to be like if/when I am a patient/animal owner? How do I assess...
MMI Interviews
Applicants must demonstrate at Multiple Mini-Interview the core values set out in the NHS Constitution. These core values are summarised as: •Working together for patients, putting the needs of patients and communities first and speaking up when things go wrong....
Med, Dent & Vet: Applying with Extenuating Circumstances
Many students have extenuating (or mitigating) circumstances for a variety of reasons. This can be anything from bereavement through to personal illness during or around the time of important exams. Universities will take extenuating circumstances into account, but...
UCAT scores
Every Medicine and Dentistry School in the UK has a different criteria for UCAT. Looking at last year's scores can help students to gauge an approximate level to make sure they are in the right decile for being accepted. The final 2020 scores are not released until...
Filling in the UCAS form
Completing a UCAS form sounds as if it is straight forward, however there are several questions under the different sections that can be confusing. There are seven sections for the student to fill in and one for the referee. The personal details section is mostly easy...
Get on that ladder
If you want to get ahead and be on top of graduate opportunities, building up work experience whilst at school will encourage top employers to hire you for the coveted internship positions. Student Ladder has some very good links into opportunities for students...
Deadlines 31st May: Student Finance
You can continue to apply for student finance AFTER 31st May, but if you do so, then there is no guarantee that the finance set-up will be complete by the beginning of the autumn term. Apply online. You will need your National Insurance number and may also need to...
Student Finance deadline – 31st May
Make sure you arrange your student finance in time for starting university in the autumn 2020. There is a whole section on the government website dedicated to helping students apply for their tuition fees and maintenance loans. The deadline is the 31st May, however if...
Fresher’s week for parents – a personal story
The University of Edinburgh is one of the earliest in the UK to start their autumn term, with Freshers Week starting this year on Monday 9th September, and my son is beside himself with excitement. As all parents know, Freshers Week is not only about joining...
Results day 15 August 2019 – tips for clearing and adjustment
Results day 15th August is now with us and teenagers across the country will find out whether or not they have got their CF or CI degree choices. The vast majority of students will be happy with their final destinations, but there are always those who need to either...
Congratulations to all A level students
CONGRATULATIONS! 15th August is here. A huge well done to all students who are off to university after receiving their results today. I have really enjoyed seeing the students get their results at Brampton CollegeThis is where I have been helping sixth formers with...
Should students enter UCAS clearing before results day 2019?
UCAS clearing opened on 5th July. In 2018, just over 12% of university places were picked up through UCAS clearing, and this year will be no different. Previously seen as the last resort for a university place, clearing has become a respectable option over the...
Results Day 15 August 2019
RESULTS DAY 15TH AUGUST 2019: If you do not get either your CF or CI choice, do not panic – there are many excellent degrees available through UCAS clearing from top universities. In addition if your grades are higher than expected, UCAS adjustment could also provide...
Free lectures at your local university
One way of strengthening your personal statement is by deepening your knowledge for the degree you are applying to. Most universities offer free public lectures. For example there are often lectures at Imperial College London. Granted some of them are quite academic...
University open days
Year 12 students - make the most of your time after any internal exams and visit universities that you are interested in. Mid-June may seem far away, but your exams will go in a flash. Opendays is an excellent website with all the links you need, and remember you must...
UCAS: Dash for late applications deadline on June 30th
If you did not submit an application for the January 15 deadline, do not panic. The final deadline for late UCAS applications to start a degree in autumn 2018 is June 30th. You can still add 5 universities. Many courses still have places, so it is wise to telephone...