University Open Days 2020
Deciding what you want to do when you leave school is difficult but going to university open days gives you a glimpse of what each university is like before you sign up for a long course. This website has a calendar of all upcoming university open days in Scotland. You may have to register your […]
Edinburgh University: Summer School
Edinburgh University welcomes applications from undergraduate students, postgraduate students, and professionals. Please note that all of our courses have a minimum age requirement of 18, except our Pre-University courses. Pre-University courses are suitable for students aged 16-18, who are in their last years of high school and wish to gain experience in a university-type learning […]
Strathclyde University: STEM Summer School
The Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM) Summer School is an opportunity for you to brush up on your skills for your chosen course at Strathclyde.
Glasgow University: Summer School
If you are an S5 or S6 applicant living in a priority postcode area, an applicant to Glasgow with a HNC or HND qualification, are an applicant that is care experienced, estranged or living without family support, a carer or have asylum seeker status or are a refugee then you are eligible to apply for […]
Writing a Personal Statement
A personal statement is a short summary of your education and work experiences and achievements. If you are applying to a college or university course or even an apprenticeship you will need to create a personal statement. A personal statement is an opportunity to sell yourself, as different courses and apprenticeships can be quite competitive. […]
Changing Courses
After you’ve started a course you might realise it’s not the right one for you. This can be scary, but your college or university offers support to help. Your institution’s Student Services will talk you through everything you need to know. They might also be able to help resolve a problem that means you don’t […]
Interview Techniques
Interviews can be nerve wracking, although one way to combat these nerves is preparing ahead of time before your interview. This can settle these feelings and help you feel more confident going in, do your homework and research online! This Youtuber shares some great ideas to help you prepare for your interview.
Top Tips: UCAS Fairs
This video gives some hints and tips when attending UCAS Fairs to help you prepare before attending so you can make the most of these great events.
UCAS Application Cost
UCAS is the the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service and the way you apply for college or university in the UK. This Youtube video explains the UCAS application costs. Some schools may cover the cost of your UCAS application.
UCAS: Making Changes
This link gives you all the information you need if you have to make a change to your UCAS application.