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Overview

Navigate the university application process for UK students and prepare your young person for their student journey

Duration

2 weeks

Mode of learning

Online

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Highlights

  • Earn a certificate from University of Reading
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A Parent and Supporter's Guide to University Entry
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Course details

Who should do this course?

The course is for parents, carers, and supporters of students who are entering university and may be leaving home for the first time

What are the course deliverables?
Identify and understand the key dates in the UCAS application process for UK students as well as how to apply for student loans
 
Collect practical tips on how to make the most of university open days
 
Explore the financial implications for UK students studying at university and the support that is available
 
Investigate the full range of options available for university education and identify what's important to your young person
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More about this course

This course will help you support your young person to research their options, find universities that suit them and effectively manage the processes of applying for courses and finances

As well as the administrative side, it’ll help you prepare your young person practically for life as a student.

You’ll investigate the UCAS application timeline and key decision dates, such as when to register and the deadline for submitting personal statements

You’ll explore the opportunities to visit universities and discover what they offer beyond just the academic side of education

A Parent and Supporter's Guide to University Entry
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Curriculum

Researching the options and the application process
Welcome
Weighing the options
The application process

 

Visiting universities, finances and how the final decision is made
Open Days and visits

Finances

Offers and results

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A Parent and Supporter's Guide to University Entry
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Faculty details

Amy Fairbrother
20 years experience working in careers and Higher Education helping young people with their post 16 choices.

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