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HIGHER EDUCATION PARENTS EVENINGWednesday June 11th
Entry 2015
WHY HIGHER EDUCATION?You study in depth a subject/s you enjoyAn opportunity to become independent,
meet new people and widen your experience
You obtain knowledge and skills which are increasingly necessary in the labour market
The social lifeBetter health
WHY HIGHER EDUCATION?
Statistics show Graduates have improved job prospects and earning potential – an average graduate currently earns around 30% more than someone with just A levels
It is estimated that by 2020 46% of all jobs will be graduate jobs
UCAS application process
Application form on linePersonal statementTutor referencePredicted gradesPossible interview/tests for certain
subjects
Preparations/support at GHS
Parent guide/tonightHigher Ed conference in Jan at Brookes
UniversityBedford University UCAS Convention
visit June 24th Follow up sessionsOutside speakers/workshops/Open day
visit Interview with tutorFirst draft of Personal Statements
In addition……..
Support with personal statementOn line trainingAccess to HE areaSupport from careers/connexions
service
GHS deadlines
Personal statements Draft 1 Wed 2nd JulyDraft 2 Wed 9th JulyFinal draft first week in SeptFinal GHS UCAS application deadline
Oct 15th (Oxbridge/medical/vet will be even earlier)
What should I be doing now?
The 3 R’sResearchRealismReadiness
THE BIG R – Responsibility!It’s your choice you are in control!
Research
There is a correlation between time spent on research & satisfaction with the course
Decide on course -UCAS website – Aptitude test
Decide on 5 institutions Even if you are not sure, apply. Our
research shows this is motivatingChoice of course/institution is vital to
reduce drop out chances
REALISM
Choice of institution in relation to predicted grades/Points score
Have an ‘insurance’ institution
READINESS
Attend Open daysVisit institutions Staff adviceMeet deadlines
WHAT DO I DO NOW?
•THE DEADLINE FOR ALL OTHER APPLICATIONS IS JANUARY BUT…
•INSTITUTIONS MAKE OFFERS WHEN THEY SEE A GOOD CANDIDATE
•SO, YOUR APPLICATION SHOULD BE MADE BEFORE OCT HALF TERM TO GIVE YOU THE BEST POSSIBLE CHANCE OF GAINING THE PLACE
Parents’ evening presentation
Help your son or daughter through the UCAS process
BEST WISHES TO YOU ALL
GOOD LUCK WITH EVERYTHINGREMEMBER WE ARE HERE TO HELPPLEASE FEEL FREE TO STAY AND
TALK TO STAFF AFTER THE PRESENTATIONS