Going to university can be very daunting, but with the help of UCAS everything was simplified and easy to complete as it gave me all the information on how and what to fill in each section. I was always curious about the whole UCAS experience because it was my first time applying to university using UCAS (as well to University in general) and was hoping that things will turn out okay.
The process started off by registering on the UCAS site which I think was so simple to do really because it didn't take a while to register on the site. Then when logged on, it gave me sections where I had to fill in my details about my personal information, education and...
I know what you're thinking: I don't even know what course I want to do, let alone which university I want to go to! At least that's pretty much what me and a lot of my friends were thinking once our sixth form began telling us about open days. But believe me, these visits are for so much more than seeing university buildings and campuses. Here's how to make the most of uni open days, no matter how much you know about your future:
Ok so I know I just claimed that open days are about much more than visiting campus (and that's true!), but this element is still important. For a lot of people, this is the place they're going to live for at least a...
So, it’s that time of year again, when UCAS deadlines are looming. But there’s no need to panic. Hopefully you’ve completed the majority of your application by this point, so all that’s left is a few tweaks. Here are my top tips to make your application the best it can be:
1.Double check your information
Inputting your details, like your GCSE grades and address, was probably one of the first things that you did as part of completing the UCAS application. However, you may not have checked it since. Just take a couple of minutes to check that these little details are right; the last thing you want is a university querying your grades or sending...
This blog is completed focused on how to write a good personal statement. This UCAS cycle was my third time of applying to study nursing at university and thankfully my last time too!
First of all, CONGRATULATIONS on making the BIG decision to apply to study your chosen course at university! Have you selected and narrowed down the five places where YOU would like to spend the next THREE years studying to achieve your dream career? If not, I suggest you do this now,as some unis have some good tips for what to include in your personal statement!
Around the end of November student loans begin to dwindle but fear not, you can still have a great Christmas in your student halls even on a tight budget!
Decorations
Nothing will get you in the Christmas mood more than blasting out Mariah Carey while decorating the Christmas tree but you have to be smart about where you buy your decorations from. There are so many buy/sell apps out there that this shouldn’t be a problem. Have a look in your local area for people trying to get rid...
Ten weeks in and the cracks are beginning to show. One person has dropped out and gone home, and there are others who aren’t enjoying the academic side of things. It’s hard to admit that you are on the wrong course when you have committed so much to it; money, friendships and yes, a little bit of pride. Now is the time that some people are reflecting on their decisions and wondering if they are, in fact, on the right course.
The good news is that with some insight and groundwork, you can give yourself the best chance of landing in a University and course that are right for you. There are no guarantees, but answering the following questions will give you a better chance of being in the right place at the right time.
University course choices can be overwhelming. As humans, we have more than one interest, and when going to university we hope to get a good degree in a subject that will get us a good job in the future. It’s so easy to feel lost when looking through courses you’re interested in. Because there are so many courses now, many universities offer degrees in the same subjects, but tweaked and changed ever so slightly to fit with different modules.
It may be difficult to find the perfect course. It might not even exist. When you start a university course, you may already have some...
Ever since I got back from Erasmus in Madrid in June I haven't stopped thinking (or talking) about it. From reminiscing with international friends to working as an Erasmus ambassador at my university, I haven't been able to stop! Recently my friend and I went to Germany for the weekend to visit our friend from Munich, and in a few weeks another friend from Valencia will be coming to see what Sheffield has to offer (hint: hills and sub-zero temperatures).
But all this Erasmus-talk has got me remembering how much of an amazing experience it was and how I long to go back and chill in that Spanish sun again, drinking sangria with friends or wandering around discovering new things wherever you go. So, for all you semester abroad goers heading off in January, here is a list of all...
Whether you’ve already blown your budget or want to eschew consumerism this festive season, you can still spread holiday cheer with a sweet and simple handmade gift.
For the plant lover
For even the most botanically inept, terrariums are easy to make, and look fabulous under the Christmas tree. To start, you’ll need a clear glass container – such as a goldfish bowl, pickle jar, a vase with a broad base,...
Don't let your bank balance stop you enjoying the festivities!
Whether you’ve already lost your cash to the sales, or you’re stashing away savings, you don’t need to spend a lot of money to get into the festive spirit. Here are five ways to have a cheap (and charitable) Christmas.
1. Deck the halls
If you’re the type of person who unashamedly owns Mariah Carey’s 'Greatest hits' and knows all the words to The First Noel, why not put your rare talent to good use and lead your friends in a bout of Christmas carolling? You could offer to sing at your local community centre or town square (and raise money in the process), or invite friends around for a singalong at home.
The great thing about Christmas songs is that you don’t need Mariah’s range to make them sound half-decent, and if you’re really, really terrible, people may even pay you to be quiet. Your chosen charity will thank you, even if no one else will.