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The applicant journeyRichard Allon-Smith – Inspiring Futures
At the heart of connecting people to higher education
At the heart of connecting people to higher education
Contents
Why go to higher education?
The applicant journey
o Research
o Filling out the form
o Personal statements
o Offers and replies
o Results
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Why go to higher education?
Increase potential earnings Better career prospects Benefit the wider community Social and cultural reasons More independence, self-confidence and responsibility Personal challenge Broaden interests and knowledge Better health It can be immense fun!
UK higher education – key facts
370 + UCAS providers 37,000 courses
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Icebreaker
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University of the
Arts London
Fashion
Sportswear
Cardiff University
Conservation of Objects in
Museums & Archaeology
University of
Abertay, Dundee
Ethical Hacking &
Countermeasures
The University of
Sheffield
Financial
Mathematics
University of Sunderland
Law & PhotographyAston University
Biomedical
Engineering
University of East
LondonSongwriting
University College
LondonAncient World University of West
London
Airline & Airport
Management
Can you identify the bogus degree courses?
Ballistic
Engineering
Perfumery
Bovine
Management
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Start at www.ucas.com
Research – career options, universities, courses and minimum entry requirements.
Attend a free regional UCAS event – an opportunity to speak to dozens of universities in one hall.
Learn from others – student videos
are available to watch at UCAS.tv.
Research – it’s free and important to do
Find us on:
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Other things to consider
• Employment– does the HE course offer relevant work experience?
• Finance – course fees, grants, travel and living costs
• Travel – to and from home
• Accommodation – uni halls or private residences?
Home or away?
My research is completed, I’m ready to apply...
One application per admissions cycle
Application fee £23 / £12
Maximum 5 choices (some restrictions – e.g. medicine, dentistry & veterinary)
Nominated access option
Simultaneous consideration
‘Invisibility’
Key features of the UCAS scheme
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Key dates and deadlines
Early September – Apply centres and independent applicants can start to submit completed applications
15 October (6pm)o medicine, dentistry, veterinaryo Oxford or Cambridge
15 January (6pm) – main deadline date
30 June (6pm) – last date for submission of applications with initial choices
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Filling in the form
Every applicant has seven sections to complete:
Personal details Additional information (UK students only) Student finance Choices Education Employment Personal statement
Forward to tutor: Reference
UCAS Providers
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Personal statements are so important, make sure your son or daughter includes:
• academic achievements, past and present
• interests in the chosen subject area
• knowledge of the subject and enthusiasm to go beyond the syllabus
• what they enjoy about studying
• details of their independent study skills.
The questions universities and colleges will ask:
• have they chosen the right subject for the right reasons?
• do they have a range of interests?
• does the personal statement confirm their interest in the subject?
• have they studied independently?
• are they motivated and committed?
• do they possess good numeracy and literacy skills?
Personal statement – start early
Personal statements should stand out – tutors receive
200 per week!
Common applicant errors – avoid!
▪ Failure to check entry requirements
▪ Qualifications (eg. GCSEs) missing, or incorrectly named, on form
▪ Wrong student support fee code
▪ Email address not verified
▪ Forgotten to register for admissions test
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My application has been received by UCAS, what happens next?
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Decision-making by providers
After viewing your form, an admissions tutor may make one of three decisions:
Unconditional offer Conditional offer Unsuccessful
Or suggest: A place on an alternative course
Conditional offers
Can be expressed in:
UCAS Tariff points• 320 points
Grades • ABB in A levels, or MDD in BTEC
Extended Diploma (QCF)
a combination of both• 320 points, including a B in a Science
subject
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Replying to offers
When all decisions have been received you can hold a maximum of 2 offers:
Firm Choice Insurance Choice All other offers are declined
Track will show your Reply Date
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FIRM = where you really want to go
INSURANCE = somewhere you would be happy to go if you don’t get into your FIRM choice
It’s vital that you note your reply date on Track
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Confirmation
1. Exam results are issued
2. Admissions staff check if the applicant has matched the conditions of the offer
3. If yes, the applicant will be sent an official confirmation of their place
4. Time to celebrate!!
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Celebration time!!
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Confirmation – other possibilities
1. If you have not met the conditions of the firm choice they may still take you as a ‘near miss’.
2. If you have not been accepted by your firm choice, but meet the conditions of your insurance choice (which should be lower), you will be placed at your insurance choice.
3. If you have not met the conditions of your firm or insurance choice (or have no insurance), you will be entered into a process known as Clearing.
4. If your results meet and exceed the conditions of your firm offer, you are eligible for Adjustment. This provides an opportunity for you to reconsider where and what to study whilst still holding a guaranteed place at your firm choice.
A level results day – timeline
00:01 06:00 07:30 08:00 17:00 20:00
Clearing vacancies displayed on UCAS search tool
Social Media support starts
Adviser Track goes liveContact Centre opens
‘Restricted’ Track goes live
Start time for entering a Clearingchoice
Contact Centre and Social Media hub close
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Applicant enters choice
details on Track
University or college will
make a decision
If unsuccessful applicant can
start again
Applicant contacts university or college to discuss vacancies
The Clearing process
Clearing
If successfully placed – celebrate!
Further information
Visit www.ucas.com for higher education information and to apply
Visit www.ucas.tv to watch ‘how to’ guides
Visit www.ucasconnect.com to join UCAS on social media
Call a trained UCAS advisor for help - 0371 468 0468
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Good Luck from all at UCAS and Inspiring Futures!
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