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Royal Veterinary College

18 August 2025 - 22 August 2025

50 programme places

Students must meet the GCSE Entry Requirements and then one of the following Level 3 Qualifications (A levels/BTEC/Welsh Baccalaureate/IB/Scottish Advanced Highers):

GCSE Entry Requirements:
A minimum of five GCSEs at grade 4/C including the following subjects:
4-4 in Combined Science or CC in Science (Double Award) or C in both Science & Additional Science or 4/C in Biology and Chemistry.
English Language
Mathematics

Welsh applicants, please note, GCSE Mathematics-Numeracy will not be accepted instead of GCSE Mathematics but is welcomed alongside it, and as part of the Welsh Baccalaureate.

A-Level Entry Requirements:
CCC in three A Level subjects including:
Biology
Chemistry
One other subject of your choice*
It would also be expected that candidates pass their science practical for each relevant subject, where taking the English curriculum.
*The third A Level subject should not overlap with Biology or Chemistry, and cannot be General Studies.

BTEC Requirements
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Applied Science / Applied Science (Biomedical Science): DDM overall with Distinctions in:
Principles and Applications of Science I (90)
Principles and Applications of Science II (120)
Science Investigation Skills or Contemporary Issues in Science (120)
Candidates must also achieve at least Merits in two of the following units:
Applications of Organic Chemistry; Applications of Inorganic Chemistry; Practical Chemical Analysis (120)
In addition:
Applied Science: at least three units from Group A must be taken
Applied Science (Biomedical Science): at least four units from Group A must be taken

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Animal Management (1080): DDM overall with Distinctions in:
* Animal Biology (120)
* Practical Skills in Animal Science (60)
* Animal Metabolism (60)
* Animal Breeding and Genetics (120) or Animal Welfare and Ethics (120) with Merit in the other
City & Guilds Advanced Technical Extended Diploma in Animal Management (Science)*: D / DDM overall with Distinctions in:
* Biological Systems of Animals
* Theory Exam (2)
* Synoptic Assessment (1) or (2) with Merit in the other
Welsh Baccalaureate:
Applicants who have achieved the Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales qualification with grade C will be accepted with two A Levels:
Biology at grade C
Chemistry at grade C

Scottish Highers and Advanced Highers
Advanced Highers at grade C or above in:
Biology
Chemistry
in addition to 5 Highers at grade C or above including:
Biology
Chemistry
and at least National 5 grade C in:
English
Mathematics
* If you have bypassed one or more of these subjects at National 5, you will need this subject/grade at Higher level.

IB Requirements:
444 at Higher Level in:
Biology
Chemistry
One other subject
All third choices are equally acceptable to RVC selectors. There is no third subject which is preferred or gives any special advantage in the selection process.

This Summer School, funded by the RVC and the Sutton Trust, is a free to attend, 5-day residential course for fifty current Year 12 (England/Wales), Year 13 (Northern Ireland) or S5 (Scotland) pupils from under-represented backgrounds.

The Sutton Trust Summer School is amongst the RVC's most immersive residential programmes. This free to attend Summer School sees students live on RVC'S Hertfordshire Campus with all meals and equipment provided. Students, no matter their previous contact with animals, will have the opportunity to complete a variety of animal handling placements across a number of the RVC's facilities that can contribute towards work experience requirements.

This Summer School is designed to provide an authentic experience of what studying at the RVC is like with time spent at both campuses (London and Hertfordshire). The academic schedule will include lectures on a wide range of veterinary topics, conducting a research project, engaging in group-led teaching, learning practical clinical skills, and trying to solve a real-life veterinary case! To complement the teaching, learning will take place within a welcoming and inclusive environment alongside peers from similar backgrounds, all with aspirations to study Veterinary Medicine.

Students will be allocated a Student Ambassador as a mentor to support and guide their academic and professional development during the Summer School. Dedicated RVC professionals will provide comprehensive sessions around the application process with the aim of empowering students to fulfil their potential and join the RVC.

To support the comprehensive schedule there is a full social programme that facilitates the integration of Summer School students as well as providing an environment to develop skills, attributes and friendships. In past years this has included: sporting events, cooking together as a house and a quiz night.

Other Courses at Royal Veterinary College

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Royal Veterinary College 18 August 2025 - 22 August 2025 50 programme places Students must meet the GCSE Entry Requirements and then one of the following Level 3 Qualifications (A levels/BTEC/Welsh Baccalaureate/IB/Scottish Advanced Highers): GCSE Entry Requirements: A minimum of five GCSEs at grade 4/C including the following subjects: 4-4 in Combined Science or CC in Science (Double Award) or C in both Science & Additional Science or 4/C in Biology and Chemistry.

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Medicine Financial Support, Wednesday 26 February, 5-6pm. 

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Medicine Financial Support, Wednesday 26 February, 5-6pm. 

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Tuition fees

Maintenance loans and living costs

NHS bursaries, including additional allowances

University of Sunderland 2025/26 bursary and scholarship offer

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Medicine at Sunderland Finance - University of Sunderland

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Learn more about the financial support available to medicine students at Sunderland at our online event.

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Financial aid for Vet Med students at University of Bristol

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Financial aid for Vet Med students at University of Bristol

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Financial support for veterinary science students

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Financial support for medical and dental students

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Financial support for medical and dental students

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Financial support for medical and dental students

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The information here is for guidance only. In all cases, make sure you contact the relevant funding authority as regulations can change and individual circumstances vary. If you are accepted onto an approved course, you might be eligible to receive financial support from the NHS.

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We are Britain’s top Team Sport University (ranked Number 1 in the UK by the National Governing Body of University Sport - BUCS, since 2013) and support over 50 capped internationals per year.

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Physics and Astronomy at University of Southampton

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Physics and Astronomy at University of Southampton

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Levelling Up Physics | Physics & Astronomy | University of Southampton | University of Southampton

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Levelling Up Physics is a year-long online mentoring and tutoring scheme for high potential A-level students from under-represented backgrounds who are aiming to pursue physics at university.

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Free UNIQ programme for students thinking about going to Oxford - applications open 12 December 

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Free UNIQ programme for students thinking about going to Oxford - applications open 12 December 

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Where can Biological Sciences take you with the University of Southampton

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Where can Biological Sciences take you with the University of Southampton

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Environmental and Life Sciences at Southampton

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Where can a degree in biological sciences take me? | University of Southampton

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PARTNERS: for Year 13 students/final year of college

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PARTNERS: for Year 13 students/final year of college

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PARTNERS has helped over 9,000 students study with us. If your students are eligible to join our programme they could receive a conditional offer from us that’s typically up to three grades lower than normal entry requirements. They’ll also take part in an Academic Summer School to prepare them for university study and be supported throughout their journey to Newcastle.

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Through PARTNERS applicants to Newcastle University can gain a lower contextual offer and access to support throughout the application process, including a free academic summer school.

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The RVC Scholars Programme is designed to support under-represented Year 12 students aspiring to study Veterinary Medicine at the RVC. The comprehensive 18-month programme will develop skills, confidence and experience around the application process, as well as provide unrivalled insight into the RVC.

Throughout this sustained engagement, the RVC will run a variety of on-campus events, further supported by occasional online opportunities.

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Where to start getting into Medicine or Dentistry

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Where to start getting into Medicine or Dentistry

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Our upcoming Get Into Medicine conferences are:
- Sunday 3rd November, from 9:30am - 3:30pm
- Saturday 9th November, from 9:30am - 3:30pm
Register here: https://airtable.com/appgXnyzN5ZD9Iwk6/shry7MZYtt3MGPjvO

Our upcoming Get Into Dentistry conference is:
- Sunday 1st December, from 9:30am - 3:30pm
Register here: https://airtable.com/appgXnyzN5ZD9Iwk6/shrBuiR7SBAcC19kE

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10 December 2024

Applying to Cambridge

14 January 2025

My Cambridge Application and admissions tests

18 March 2025

Your Cambridge interview

These webinars are hosted by the three 'mature' Colleges (St Edmund's, Wolfson, and Hughes Hall) and will be helpful for students applying to the March 2025 application deadline.

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Foundation Year Applicant Support Programme at University of Cambridge

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Foundation Year Applicant Support Programme at University of Cambridge

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If you're applying to the Foundation Year make sure to join our monthly Applicant Support Programme for advice on how to make a competitive application.

Upcoming sessions include admissions help panels and a session focusing on the Foundation Year Supplementary Application Questionnaire.

The application deadline for the Foundation Year course is 29 January 2025.

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Get step-by-step application advice in our monthly webinars.

The Applicant Support Programme is a series of monthly webinars specifically aimed at helping you to make a competitive application to the Cambridge Foundation Year.

You will be able to choose which sessions in the programme you would like to attend when you sign-up. All of the sessions will be recorded and available to view until 3 February 2025. You will need to sign-up to access the recordings.

Booking information

To attend the Applicant Support Programme, you must register in advance.

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Applicant Support Programme 2024 | Foundation Year

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If you're planning to apply to Cambridge next year, in October 2025, we invite you to attend one of our upcoming Subject Masterclasses.

These offer an insight into the style of teaching at Cambridge.

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Subject Masterclasses | Undergraduate Study

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Join us for our autumn 2024 Subject Masterclasses - now available for booking! What are Subject Masterclasses? Subject Masterclasses are online sessions that allow you to explore your subject in greater depth while experiencing typical undergraduate teaching at Cambridge.

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University of Westminster in London is holding some webinars

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University of Westminster in London is holding some webinars

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Tuesday, 8th October – Why go to university? https://zoom.us/webinar/register/4617244233143/WN_UDhpHpFNQX2CtBlhWZQbGg#/registration

Wednesday, 16th October – Choosing an undergraduate course https://zoom.us/webinar/register/2817244220188/WN_bWAnQgJVRY67nKqBCD4WLw#/registration

Wednesday, 13th November – Transition to university https://zoom.us/webinar/register/5717247667807/WN_ygLpuVUBSAy0PPFqBOpWEA#/registration

Tuesday, 10th December – Personal statement workshop https://zoom.us/webinar/register/7017247669230/WN_nTYTeJ5BTfe6YaLXUju4oA#/registration

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Download and print this worksheet to support you with your personal statement

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Download and print this worksheet to support you with your personal statement

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Register your interest for Sutton Trust summer schools

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Register your interest for Sutton Trust summer schools

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A great place to go to experience university life, explore different subjects, receive application support and more!

Great for you UCAS application

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Applications for UK Summer Schools 2023 are now closed, but will reopen in January of 2024.

Register your interest for 2024.

Applications are now closed for 2023 UK Summer School programmes. Register your interest for 2024!

What can you do at a Sutton Trust UK Summer School?

Experience university life

Spend a week at one of our 13 partner universities attending lectures, living in a dorm, networking with professors and administrators, and immersing yourself in university life.

Our Summer Schools are completely free so you can get to know your chosen university, no matter where in the country you're from.

Explore one of 40 subjects at a leading institution

Explore one of 40 subjects at a leading institution

Explore academic taster sessions in your chosen subject. Choose from over 40 different courses, from Archaeology and Anthropology to Veterinary Medicine. With over 15 hours of teaching at undergraduate level, you will get the chance to explore the subjects that you are passionate about.

Going beyond the school curriculum, your academic sessions will provide you with a valuable experience to use in your personal statement.

Receive university application support

Receive university application support

You will take part in workshops that will help you navigate UCAS and write the best personal statement possible. You will find out about how to apply for student finance, the availability of bursaries and how to manage your money whilst at university.

Access Sutton Trust Online

Get advice from current undergraduate students, additional guidance for UCAS applications and more through our new digital platform Sutton Trust Online

What will you get out of a Sutton Trust UK Summer School?

Essential Life Skills

Throughout your week, you will have the chance to develop essential life skills. Such as:

Networking

Professional and Personal Confidence

Personal and Financial Independence

Presenting

Access our Alumni Platform

Once you graduate from a Sutton Trust programme, you will become a member of our alumni community. Sutton Trust Alumni is the online home of the alumni community. Here you can create connections, access support and inspire change. With more than 3,500 alumni already active in the community, you can get advice from alums studying and working in areas you are interested in. You'll also gain exclusive access to events, career opportunities and ways to stay involved with our work.

Meet new people

You will take part in a range of social activities, designed to help you make friends with other students on the Summer School and unwind after jam-packed days!

Depending on your programme, these will range from tours to karaoke to university societies to film nights.

Get contextual admission

The Sutton Trust believes that contextual admissions - where the background of a university applicant is taken into account as part of the admissions process - is a crucial tool for widening access to higher education. This can include giving students from underrepresented backgrounds reduced grade offers, guaranteed interviews or extra consideration. Some of our partner universities may provide contextual offers to students who have completed a Sutton Trust summer school. See the table on this page for more details.

Find out if a Sutton Trust UK Summer School is right for you

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Our objective is to pro-actively facilitate a learning environment that enables PVSS students to develop themselves academically and personally; whilst simultaneously providing an insight into the veterinary course/profession and a comprehensive understanding of the application process to empower students to fulfil their potential.
Pre-Vet Summer School Programme*
Students will have five placement days across our state-of-the-art clinical, animal handling and laboratory facilities. We hope to include the Queen Mother Hospital for Animals, Beaumont Sainsbury Animal Hospital, Equine Referral Hospital as well as non-clinal environments such as Boltons Park Farm, Pathology and Microbiology Labs. Typically, these placements equate to 25-35 hours of work experience (a mixture of clinical and non-clinical) that can be used when applying to vet school. NB: we have a requirement that work experience must be completed 18 months prior to the application deadline, therefore for students attending outside of this time frame the practical experience won't count towards an application to the RVC.

In addition to placements, students will undertake 5 academic days of didactic and practical teaching, such as lectures, clinical case studies, animal behaviour workshops, clinical skills activities and observe a dissection. Throughout these sessions students will meet academic staff and support staff, receive valuable insight on the application process and how best to make themselves the best applicant they can. Students will also be a allocated a student mentor so they can find out what life as an RVC student is really like.

To support the comprehensive academic/placement schedule there is also a full social programme running in the evenings and weekend; to facilitate the integration of summer school students as well as providing arenas to develop skills and attributes. In past summer schools this has included; exploring London's famous landmarks, visiting ZSL London Zoo, going to a West End show, competing in an RVC Master Chef competition, games and other experiences with animals.

Students will be based at our Hawkshead Campus, staying at our College Close student accommodation. Each student will be allocated their own private, lockable bedroom in a mixed-gender** house with shared bathrooms and a fully-equipped kitchen.

*The RVC may (at its sole discretion) change the format of the event at any time, whether or not due to a Force Majeure Event, in each case without liability.

**Subject to demographic of successful applicants.

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Join us for an exciting 5 day Online Summer School, where you will gain an insight into our veterinary pathways and the veterinary profession.

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Search for Open Days using UCAS Open days

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Search for Open Days using UCAS Open days

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Many coming up across the UK this Autumn term

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Not sure what to do? Explore subjects, locations, universities, and colleges

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Applying to University and Apprenticeships through Lloyds bank

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Applying to University and Apprenticeships through Lloyds bank

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Event Details:

Title: Applying to University and Apprenticeships

Date: Tuesday, 1st October

Time: 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Where: Zoom / Virtual

During this session, Lloyds Banking Group, the UK biggest bank will share tips on applying for apprenticeships, universities, making good applications and the recruitment process.

Register Now: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/LBG-Careerslive

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Are you seeking assistance with crafting your UCAS personal statement? Are you in need of expert guidance to navigate this crucial process? Look no further.

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Want to go to a US university? Go along to the US university fair to find out how to do this

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Want to go to a US university? Go along to the US university fair to find out how to do this

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As the largest US university fair in Europe, this event offers a unique opportunity to connect with representatives from over 100 American universities. Here’s what you can look forward to:

Discover your options for studying in the USA

Gain expert insights into the US admissions process

Explore a wide range of subjects, courses and funding available

Key details:

When: Friday 27 & Saturday 28 September (choose your preferred time slot when you register)

Venue: ILEC Conference Centre, 47 Lillie Road, London, SW6 1UD (map)

Tickets must be booked in advance. FREE to those who register

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The US-UK Fulbright Commission’s College Day is an ideal way to learn more about studying an undergraduate degree in the US, and to meet with admissions officers from top US schools.

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Music scholarships - The Scholarship Hub

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Music scholarships are offered to students who have a musical talent which you would like to continue developing while at university.

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Boost your university funding using this guide

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Earn £500 to be an influencer this summer

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Earn £500 to be an influencer this summer

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Earn a £500 professional influencer contract at a top London fintech summer 2024 (15 July - 23 August) .

What you'll need to do:

register with Blackbullion https://www.blackbullion.com/

sign up for this opportunity

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Earn a £500 professional influencer contract at a top London fintech summer 2024.

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University of Suffolk - Ignite Your Spark

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University of Suffolk - Ignite Your Spark

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The Ignite Your Spark programme at the University of Suffolk is a brand-new programme launching in Summer 2024 which has been designed to support students who are transitioning into their undergraduate studies.

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Transition Programme | University of Suffolk

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We appreciate that the transition into university can come with challenges and that these challenges will look differently depending on a student’s background and life experiences.

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For those who want a calmer, less busy environment, UEAs sensory-friendly Quiet Mini Open Day provides an opportunity to concentrate on what matters most: getting to know UEA and find out if it's the right place for you.

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Visit UEA open day and get a chance to explore their courses and opportunities available a the university.

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Stay updated with the latest events happening at UEA. Explore the full list and join in on the fun.

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Do you want to study art at university? Well this is a perfect way to experience first hand what being a student at Norwich University of the Arts is really like

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Open Days at Norwich | Norwich University of the Arts

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Find out what happens on an undergraduate Open Day at Anglia Ruskin University. Come and explore what life is like here as a student.

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Deadlines for applications

For courses starting in 2022, your application should be with us by one of these dates to ensure consideration by the conservatoires:

1 October 2021, 18:00 (UK time) - for music courses.

26 January 2022, 18:00 (UK time) - for most undergraduate dance, drama or musical theatre courses.

However there are some exceptions, particularly for certain assessment locations, international applicants or postgraduate courses, so check the conservatoire websites for full details.

If you miss the deadline for your course, you must ask the conservatoires whether they have vacancies before applying - we'll still process your application either way.

2023 entry applications

2023 applications will open on 15 July 2022.

For courses starting in 2023, your application should be with us by one of these dates to ensure consideration by the conservatoires:

3 October 2022, 18:00 (UK time) - for music courses.

25 January 2023, 18:00 (UK time) - for most undergraduate dance, drama or musical theatre courses. Check conservatoire websites for deadlines.

International and EU students

Many conservatoires will continue to accept applications from international students until later in the year, nearer the beginning of the course. Just contact the conservatoire first before you apply to check they will consider your application.

Don't leave it too late though, because if you do get a place, you'll still need to arrange a visa and your accommodation.

What needs to be done by these dates?

You'll need to leave enough time to complete your application, resolve any queries and make sure it reaches us by the deadline. Later, after you find courses and you're ready to apply, we'll explain everything in more detail, but here's an overview.

1. Fill in your details, qualifications, and course choices.

2. Write a personal statement to demonstrate you'll be a good student.

3. Pay your application and audition fees.

Your application will also require an academic and practical reference to be sent by email to each conservatoire.

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For courses starting in 2022, your application should be with us by one of these dates to ensure consideration by the conservatoires: 1 October 2021, 18:00 (UK time) - for music courses. 26 January 2022, 18:00 (UK time) - for most undergraduate dance, drama or musical theatre courses.

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Personal Statement Guide - West Suffolk College

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Personal Statement Guide - West Suffolk College

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Study with US - University Studies at West Suffolk College

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Watch this great webinar to give you a good Personal Statement kickstart!

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How to Write a Good Personal Statement for Oxford

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STEM Mentoring - Brightside online mentoring

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STEM Mentoring - Brightside online mentoring

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Designed to help young people explore their future career options in STEM, a ten-week mentoring programme is open to 16 – 18 year olds.

For those across Years 12 & 13 (or equivalent S5/S6, Year 13/14 NI), young people will have the opportunity to be mentored on ‘life after school’ - whether that's Higher Education, Apprenticeships or preparing for employment.
They will chat to trained STEM Ambassadors via a secure and moderated online text messaging system.

Those taking part will receive:

One to one support and inspiration from a STEM Ambassador

Training on how to use the secure and moderated messaging system

Support and resources to help them make informed decisions about their future.

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UEA Online taster lectures - start exploring beyond the curriculum now! 

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UEA Online taster lectures - start exploring beyond the curriculum now! 

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Discover our full programme of online taster sessions and webinars, and experience what it's like to study your chosen subject at university.

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Meet the Russell Group Event - 30th April - 2nd May Virtual

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Meet the Russell Group Event - 30th April - 2nd May Virtual

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UK University Search are excited to be collaborating with the Russell Group once again to bring you our popular, informative and inspiring webinars that cover a range of key topics.

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From learning more about your course of interest, to exploring our facilities and accommodation, our Undergraduate Open Days are a great opportunity for you to see how you can belong at BU.

Join us on Saturday 9 December, 10:00 - 16:00, and get a feel for our campuses and student life in Bournemouth. You'll discover how we'll get you career-ready and have the chance to:

Attend subject and key information talks
Tour our campuses

View accommodation

Take a bus tour of Bournemouth

Chat to lecturers, students and staff.

We can't wait to show you around.

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Opendays.com - the university and college open day directory

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Can't wait for an open day? Keen to see more now?

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Lots of Universities are currently letting prospective students access recordings of previous open events, as well as virtual tours online. If there is a particular University you are interested in - take a look on their website!

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Sheffield Open Days (in person and virtual!)

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Sheffield Open Days (in person and virtual!)

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Discover what sets Sheffield apart at our next open day.

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All of the open days for 2021 are now fully booked, but why not take a virtual tour for now until the new dates for 2022 open days are released?

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Sutton Bonington is surrounded by the beautiful and peaceful countryside. The campus has world-leading labs and specialist facilities, a working dairy centre and commercial farm.

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What is supracurricular exploration and why is it important?

Supracurricular activities are subject-specific academic exploration that builds on and goes beyond what you are studying in school or college. Supracurricular activities are usually different to extracurricular activities because they are academic in focus and directly relevant to the subject you want to study at university. Supracurricular activities, therefore, refer to anything you do to explore your subject in greater depth in your own time.

Strong applicants to Cambridge and other competitive universities have often explored their chosen subject in their own time, and discussion of academic enrichment will usually take up the majority of a competitive personal statement. Exploring these resources should also help you develop certain skills and knowledge which will be beneficial for both applying to and then studying your chosen course.

Academic enrichment should also be an interesting and rewarding process for you. There is no set formula nor any 'required reading': it is a chance for you to pick topics that fascinate you and to explore them in a variety of ways. There are also no exams or deadlines and you are free to develop your own lines of research. Do not feel pressured to read something that seems 'impressive' or see this as purely an exercise in finding material for your personal statement. Let your own interests guide you.

Academic exploration is also a good chance for you to think about what you might like to study at university. If you're not enjoying exploring a particular subject, then you might like to consider if it is really right for you.
Watch a recording of our Introduction to Supracurricular Exploration webinar
Getting started

Reading can be an excellent way of exploring topics that interest you and much supracurricular study will usually take that form. Bear in mind, however, that there are many other ways to deepen your understanding. You could visit your local museums, listen to podcasts, watch documentaries, attend seminars or taster days offered by universities, or enter competitions. For STEM subjects in particular it is also important to find ways to practice key subject-specific skills. For example, you might like to work through problems to challenge your problem-solving skills, and consolidate your knowledge of key concepts.

We would strongly recommend keeping a record of the work you are reading and thinking about, summarising the key arguments and your reflections and opinions. Depth can often be better than breadth in a personal statement, so you should aim to be able to talk about particular works or resources in detail.

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Supracurricular activities are subject-specific academic exploration that builds on and goes beyond what you are studying in school or college. Supracurricular activities are usually different to extracurricular activities because they are academic in focus and directly relevant to the subject you want to study at university.

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University of Sheffield Subject taster days

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University of Sheffield Subject taster days

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Including:

German

Law

East Asian Studies

Spanish and Latin American Studies

Russian

Geography

Politics, Philosophy and Economics

Journalism

Landscape

Applied Social Sciences

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Our subject taster sessions help students experience what it's like to study at the University of Sheffield.

Our subject taster sessions offer students an opportunity to experience a university lecture or seminar, to get a taste of what studying at university is like.

Our interactive sessions are available for year 12 and 13 students who are considering their post-16 options. We have a wide range of subjects to choose from and our sessions are delivered both online and on-campus.

On the day you'll join a group of other year 12 and 13 students for an interactive seminar, lecture or workshop. During the session you'll learn more about your chosen subject, speak to our academic and teaching staff, and experience what it's like to be a University of Sheffield student.

Online sessions

Our online sessions are delivered virtually. You'll join an online event delivered by one of our academics in the subject area of your choice.
View our online sessions
On-campus sessions

Our on-campus sessions are delivered on the university campus. You'll attend a session in one of our learning and teaching spaces.
View our on-campus sessions
If you have any questions about taster sessions please email tasterdays@sheffield.ac.uk

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Our subject taster sessions help students experience what it's like to study at the University of Sheffield.

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Experience student life as you stay in ARU campus accommodation for one of their residential programmes.

Find more information here: https://www.aru.ac.uk/schools-and-colleges/amplify-your-summer

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Applied Social Sciences: Looking at reality TV through a social science lens - University of Sheffield Online Taster Session.  2nd May 2024

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Applied Social Sciences: Looking at reality TV through a social science lens - University of Sheffield Online Taster Session.  2nd May 2024

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From Love Island to Big Brother, reality TV is now part of the media landscape, but what impact is this change in programme format having in society?

This interactive session will consider how media and culture influence our knowledge and views.

Looking at reality TV through a social science lens. Why does it matter and what should change?

Within this session, we will use the case study of reality TV to consider how we interpret data and how we create knowledge.

Through the lens of reality TV, we will think carefully and critically about how media and culture influence our knowledge and the significance of using data appropriately.

We constantly see facts and statistics shared about reality TV, as well as the content itself affecting our views on things (think Love Island and fashion trends). So, as a group we will reflect on why this is important, as well as establishing some ideas for changes.

This session is suitable for students in years 12 and 13.

Schedule

Please note that this is an approximate schedule and is therefore subject to change.

4.30pm: Log in and get comfortable

4.35pm: Introduction to the Sheffield Methods Institute and Applied Social Sciences

4.45pm: Interactive taster session on 'Looking at reality TV through a social science lens'

5.25pm: Question and answer session with course student ambassadors, session summary and how to find out more

5.50pm: End of session

Book now

Complete the form below to reserve a place on this subject taster session.

Contact us

For informal enquiries email tasterdays@sheffield.ac.uk

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Applied Social Sciences: Looking at reality TV through a social science lens

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From Love Island to Big Brother, reality TV is now part of the media landscape, but what impact is this change in programme format having in society? This interactive session will consider how media and culture influence our knowledge and views. Looking at reality TV through a social science lens.

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17 April – Film, Media and Journalism (last 15 places remaining)

24 April – Criminal Justice (Criminology, Forensic Psychology, Forensic Science and Law) (last 15 places remaining)

15 May – Accounting, Finance and Economics (last 20 places remaining)

15 May - Film, Media and Journalism - (you could have a group do the business day and another do the film day as they run at the same times)

19 June – Design (Illustration, Graphic Design, Product Design, Creative Advertising, Photography and Arts Foundation Year) – up to 40 places available

19 June – Designing the Future (Architecture and Interior Architecture and Design) – up to 50 places available.

25 June – Astrophysics – up to 20 places available)

27 June - Computer Science (Computer Science, Robotics, Games Computing) – up to 60 places available

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Our Be Inspired Days offer students so much more than just a taster session. They can get a feel for a subject area, while getting to test-drive a selection of specific degree programmes, helping to familiarise them with new, exciting fields and courses.

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How to make university pay for your travel to their open day?

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How to make university pay for your travel to their open day?

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Did you know that universities can pay for your travel to their open day? Find out what travel bursaries local universities offer:

University of East Anglia

https://www.uea.ac.uk/visit/travel-fund

Norwich University of Arts

Travel bursary | Norwich University of the Arts

University of Suffolk

Financial Support for Visiting the University | University of Suffolk (uos.ac.uk)

Anglia Ruskin University

Undergraduate Open Days at ARU - ARU

University of Cambridge

Open day and event travel fund | Undergraduate Study (cam.ac.uk)

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Travel bursary | Norwich University of the Arts

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Art, Design, Media, Performance, Architecture, Technology, and Business Management courses.

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Full-time undergraduate student finance applications for 2024 to 2025 are now open! Apply now! Postgraduate applications will be available by the end of June. Part-time undergraduate applications will be available by the end of May.

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Sutton Trust Online (STO) - Sutton Trust

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Want to go to one of the Russell Group universities, Queen Mary University of London?

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Want to go to one of the Russell Group universities, Queen Mary University of London?

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Here are some online taster events to give you a taste of the subjects they teach:

Humanities and Social Sciences

Science and Engineering

Click the link to see Queen Mary University of London taster events in more detail!

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Register your interest in The Sutton Trust UK Summer School

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Register your interest in The Sutton Trust UK Summer School

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Applications will officially open January 2024.

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Applications for UK Summer Schools 2023 are now closed, but will reopen in January of 2024.

Register your interest for 2024.

Applications are now closed for 2023 UK Summer School programmes. Register your interest for 2024!

What can you do at a Sutton Trust UK Summer School?

Experience university life

Spend a week at one of our 13 partner universities attending lectures, living in a dorm, networking with professors and administrators, and immersing yourself in university life.

Our Summer Schools are completely free so you can get to know your chosen university, no matter where in the country you're from.

Explore one of 40 subjects at a leading institution

Explore one of 40 subjects at a leading institution

Explore academic taster sessions in your chosen subject. Choose from over 40 different courses, from Archaeology and Anthropology to Veterinary Medicine. With over 15 hours of teaching at undergraduate level, you will get the chance to explore the subjects that you are passionate about.

Going beyond the school curriculum, your academic sessions will provide you with a valuable experience to use in your personal statement.

Receive university application support

Receive university application support

You will take part in workshops that will help you navigate UCAS and write the best personal statement possible. You will find out about how to apply for student finance, the availability of bursaries and how to manage your money whilst at university.

Access Sutton Trust Online

Get advice from current undergraduate students, additional guidance for UCAS applications and more through our new digital platform Sutton Trust Online

What will you get out of a Sutton Trust UK Summer School?

Essential Life Skills

Throughout your week, you will have the chance to develop essential life skills. Such as:

Networking

Professional and Personal Confidence

Personal and Financial Independence

Presenting

Access our Alumni Platform

Once you graduate from a Sutton Trust programme, you will become a member of our alumni community. Sutton Trust Alumni is the online home of the alumni community. Here you can create connections, access support and inspire change. With more than 3,500 alumni already active in the community, you can get advice from alums studying and working in areas you are interested in. You'll also gain exclusive access to events, career opportunities and ways to stay involved with our work.

Meet new people

You will take part in a range of social activities, designed to help you make friends with other students on the Summer School and unwind after jam-packed days!

Depending on your programme, these will range from tours to karaoke to university societies to film nights.

Get contextual admission

The Sutton Trust believes that contextual admissions - where the background of a university applicant is taken into account as part of the admissions process - is a crucial tool for widening access to higher education. This can include giving students from underrepresented backgrounds reduced grade offers, guaranteed interviews or extra consideration. Some of our partner universities may provide contextual offers to students who have completed a Sutton Trust summer school. See the table on this page for more details.

Find out if a Sutton Trust UK Summer School is right for you

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Register your interest for 2024. Applications are now closed for 2023 UK Summer School programmes. Register your interest for 2024! What can you do at a Sutton Trust UK Summer School? Spend a week at one of our 13 partner universities attending lectures, living in a dorm, networking with professors and administrators, and immersing yourself in university life.

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Information on what they are, who they are, and the benefits of studying at a Russell Group uni.

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Founded in 1994, the Russell Group universities tend to be long-established and rank high in university league tables. These universites have a focus on research and often have high entry requirements.

Membership of the Russell Group doesn't change often, though it's possible for unis to join or to leave the group. At the moment, the universities that make up the group are:

Russell Group universities have high entry requirements for most courses. But, the entry requirements will vary depending on the course you're applying to.

For example, if you wish to study psychology at the University of Edinburgh, the standard entry requirements for A-level students is AAA-ABB. However, if you are wanting to study psychology at University College London, you will require an A*AA.

Make sure to check the entry requirements on Whatuni before you apply. This will allow you to plan your A-levels in advance, to ensure that you are taking the subjects necessary for you to be accepted.

Some subjects will require you to have taken particular A-levels. For example, if you wish to study a BSc in biology from the University of York, not only will you need a minimum AAB but this will need to include two science-related subjects.

Do Russell Group universities accept BTECs?

Yes, BTECs are accepted by up to 95 percent of universities and colleges in the UK. Along with A-levels, they are viewed as a valuable qualification. Gaining a Level Three BTEC Extended Diploma is the equivalent to 3 A-levels.

If you are using your BTEC grades, make sure you know the entry requirements for that particular course. Check out the entry requirements for any courses you're interested in through Whatuni's ' Find a Course ' tool. Note that some courses will require a specific grade in a particular subject.

Russell Group universities are awarded two thirds of all UK research grants and contract income. This benefits students undertaking research as part of a final year or postgraduate degree dissertation. However, it's important to note that non-Russell Group universities also offer an equally-high level of research to students.

Due to the scale of research grants Russell Group universities are afforded, this can attract academics at the top of their respective field. Many of these academics do choose, however, to lecture at non-Russell Group universities too.

Russell Group universities also tend to have higher completion rates. In the Complete University Guide's 2024 League Tables, seven out of the top 10 universities that ranked highest for degree completion were in the Russell Group.

It's important that you take note of the Russell Group university deadlines.

For Oxbridge (Oxford and Cambridge) and most medicine, veterinary and dentistry courses, the application deadline will fall in mid-October. The 2023 deadline is 16 October 2023.

For almost all other courses, the application deadline is 31 January 2024. However, students can still apply after this deadline, up until the beginning of Clearing on 5th July.

Regardless of your deadline, ensure that you have the final copy of your personal statement ready to attach to your application. This is one of the most vital components to your application and it is important that you do your research into what makes a winning personal statement.

If you are applying for an Oxford or Cambridge course, make sure your personal statement is well-written and will stand out. Thousands of students apply to Oxbridge every year, so be sure to convey your story, share your thoughts and opinions critically on the subject you're applying to and display your individuality through your personal statement. Some Oxbridge courses require an interview, where you'll be asked to expand upon what you have mentioned in your personal statement.

Typically most Russell Group universities set higher entry requirements, with these varying between universities.

When making your final five shortlist of courses to apply for, we suggest stretching your choices. What we mean by this is include one option that you are really interested in but may have a slightly lower chance of getting into, some options that you believe you have a stronger chance of getting into and one safer option. That way, you cover all of your bases.

Yes, Russell Group universities have courses available through Clearing but they will be limited. It is unlikely that a Russell Group university will have any of its popular courses in Clearing, due to how quickly places are filled.

If you're planning on applying to Russell Group universities in Clearing, ensure that you research your choices before you get your teacher assessed grades, so that your results day can be focussed on calling those universities and negotiating your place.

To see if any Russell Group unis have Clearing spaces available, use our handy Clearing search tool.

Being in the Russell Group is an indication that a university is research-heavy and is long-established. Depending on what you choose to study, this research element may be an important factor that matters to you.

There can also be a lot of societal pressure to study at a Russell Group university, whether that be from parents, other family members or how these universities are perceived amongst you and your peers. Given that most universities in the Russell Group have traditionally held a highly-esteemed reputation, it is not hard to see why studying at one of these universities is highly-regarded.

But while Russell Group universities may be known for their high academic standards, they are by no means the only institutions which can offer you an excellent education. Being a part of the Russell Group doesn't give the complete picture of how well your student experience will turn out. What is most important when it comes to choosing a university is that it is a good fit for you. If you are not happy, you are less likely to do well, no matter where you study.

Don't just choose a university because it is a part of the Russell Group. Take a holistic approach, considering all of the factors that are important to you such as location and size. Make sure that you are attending open days, reading student reviews and ordering prospectuses so that you can make the best, most informed decision.
Feeling ready to look for a uni? Take our snazzy university search tool for a spin!

If you're interested in learning more about the Russell Group, we recommend tuning into these student influencers, who are documenting their journey...

Made up of Lydie & Hazal, two Queen Mary, University of London students navigating their way through medicine, the girls share their Med School journey, providing tips, advice and insight for those considering being a med student.

Rosie is a 22 year-old Oxford University student who offers advice on all things from writing a personal statement and tips for setting up your room, to advice on productive study and giving an inside peek into life as an Oxford student.

Making her way through an economics degree at the University of Edinburgh, Nayna has amassed a big following both through her Youtube page. Her vlog-style videos touch on what happens in her day-to-day, the tips she has on working productively and how to take care of that all important wellbeing.

If you're wondering what it's like being a student in London, then King's College London student Mei-Ying is the person to check out. Through her Youtube channel she'll take you through what it's like learning online, how life's been as a student in lockdown and how to be your best student self.

Through her vlogs, University of Exeter graduate Claire shares all of her tips on how she survived life as a student. Now living in London, Claire still regularly gives her thoughts on how to make the most of your time at university.
"I loved my time at Exeter. It was the perfect fit for me - beautiful campus, my course had a wide variety of modules to choose from and when I wanted a break from studying, I could get involved with anything from cheerleading to cocktail-making through societies on campus."Search for courses at Russell Group universities

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Russell Group universities | Everything you need to know

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What is the Russell Group? Which universities are in the Russell Group? Do Russell Group universities give better job prospects? We answer it all...

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Can't wait for an open day? Keen to see more now?

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Lots of Universities are currently letting prospective students access recordings of previous open events, as well as virtual tours online. If there is a particular University you are interested in - take a look on their website!

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We have increased the bursary threshold from £26k to £30k for the rest of the academic year (until June 2024). This is the amount for your family income. If you feel this applies to you, you may be able to get help with costs including getting free travel to college including our dedicated college bus routes and train, plus free college lunches if your parent or guardian is in receipt of government benefits. Apply for financial support (also known as the bursary) (wsc.ac.uk)

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UCAS - Conservatoire Assessment Information

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UCAS - Conservatoire Assessment Information

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Conservatoires will let you know what you should prepare for an audition or interview.

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University of East Anglia - Preparatory course ahead of starting uni

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University of East Anglia - Preparatory course ahead of starting uni

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free online course covers an introduction to the key skills you’ll need for your studies at university, helping you to get ahead before you start your course.

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You'll explore some of the key skills needed for success at university. You'll hear what lecturers have to say about the skills people normally excel at, and the ones they struggle with. Plus, you'll get an inside scoop from students about how to adjust to a university learning environment.

Topics include:

Questioning in a university environment

Links between independent study, revision and reading skills

Using and acknowledging the work of others through referencing

Data and its applicability to university study

Textual analysis and how literary texts are studied

Structuring thoughts and ideas and its importance at university level

Over 7 weeks, you'll work through a variety of topics. At the end of each week you'll get a chance to complete a reflective exercise where you'll look back on your progress and be self-critical about what you've learnt. Self-reflection itself is a really useful skill to develop before you start university.

You'll also get to interact with other people on the course - you can reach out for help and share your ideas with others via the discussion boards.

Past students have some great things to say about the course. And hey, it's free, so what is there to lose?
"This course was excellent and well-designed, with good videos, provoking questions and interesting discussions." - Abigail "It has been an interesting journey and I'm more ready for furthering my education." - Lucia "The course really did prepare me for university." - Sukhjeet "I am now looking forward to the new life as a university student and the potential it brings." - Tate "Thank you for this excellent course, for your time and effort in preparing a most enjoyable and transforming syllabus." - Sophie
You can click the link below:

Watch our range of course trailers for a taste of what you can be part of.
For more FREE resources to help your transition to Higher Education, visit our Preparing for University section of our Resource Centre. Visit Resource Centre

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CUK is the voice of conservatoire education in the UK. Our role is to develop best practice for training and education in the performing arts and to promote the sector’s excellence nationally and globally.

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Leeds Conservatoire School and College Resources

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Leeds Conservatoire School and College Resources

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Online Resources for Schools & Colleges (Leeds Conservatoire)