University of the Highlands and Islands
Check out the link below to see what it’s like to study at the University of the Highlands and Islands as an undergraduate and find out more info on how to apply! They also have a great filter tool on their website to easily allow you to see which HN courses they have available as […]
What is Contextualised Admissions?
Unis know that grades can be influenced by a range of factors, so to make the processes fairer, some unis offer something called contextual admissions. This is where the university considers any barriers you may face, and will either reduce their grade requirements or give extra consideration when deciding whether to give you an offer. […]
What are ‘Articulation Routes’ to University?
Articulation is the process of going to college for 1 or 2 years before going to university, and entering the linked university course in its 2nd or 3rd year. Articulation routes are specific to each college/university and provide an easier transition to university. Please see attached articulation resource.
A guide to writing a personal statement
A personal statement supports your application to study at a university or college. It’s a chance for you to articulate why you’d like to study a particular course or subject, and what skills and experience you possess that show your passion for your chosen field.
Scottish Wider Access Programme (SWAP)
SWAP is a partnership between colleges and universities in Scotland that work together to support access to higher education for adult learners. SWAP programmes have been specifically developed for adults who have no or few qualifications and who have been out of education for some time. The access programme you apply to join will depend […]
Subject Choices Tool
Try the Subject Choices tool and see where your subjects could be useful. Explore the jobs that are out there and bookmark the ones you’re interested in. We’ll save them in your account.
PlanIt: CareerMatch
Knowing where to begin when you first start exploring your career options isn’t easy. CareerMatch helps by suggesting career sectors that match your interests. It finds these out by asking you 80 questions. It’s easy to use and only takes around 15 minutes to complete. When completing CareerMatch for the first time, if you decide […]
PlanIt: Careers A-Z
This link will take you to PlanIt’s A-Z of Careers page. It will help you to get an idea of what working in a particular job would be like including pay, conditions of work, how to get into that line of work as well as contacts and more useful information. It might also help you […]
All the need-to-know info from students – Uni experience
Click the link below to see what university life is really like – The Student Room
Digital Skills Scotland – Accredited digital marketing course
Digital Skills Scotland have free online courses which are available for anyone currently living in Scotland who has been in the EU for 3 years and are over the age of 16. Qualification areas include Digital Marketing, Videography and App Development. Learners who successfully complete the course in Digital Marketing are awarded with a […]