Filling in the UCAS form

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

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

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

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

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...