Higher Education: An Introduction
Choosing whether to go to University is a big decision and there are lots of factors to consider. However, help is at hand! Here at Longley Park we have a wide range of resources available to help you to make the right decision.
The Guidance Centre (F30a), has a full range of university prospectuses, books and software which will help you to research your options. Phil Nelson and Laura Gibbons are available to provide information, advice and guidance to help you to make your choices.
There are lots of websites which can help you with your research. Why not have a look at some of these:
http://www.ucas.com
Essential HE website for general information with course and institution search facilities. Use the site index for specific information and links to other sites
http://www.hotcourses.com
Help with university and career choices. Excellent search facilities and accurate database of educational opportunities.
http://www.opendays.com
Details of University and College open days.
http://www.realuini.com
Alternative guide to universities written by students.
http://www.skill.org.uk
Website for National Bureau of students with Disabilities.
http://www.fulbright.co.uk
Information about studying in the US and Fulbright Scholarship information.
http://www.erasmus.ac.uk
University courses offering time overseas.
http://www.gap-year.com
Year out opportunities
http://www.bunac.co.uk
Working holiday opportunities overseas.
http://www.gap.org.uk
A charitable organization offering the largest number of overseas placement opportunities for 17-20 year olds
http://www.yini.org.uk
The Year in Industry Scheme offers one year paid work experience.
http://www.nusonline.co.uk./
Gives information about what it is like being a student at university, university finance etc.
http://www.push.co.uk
Information about universities, what facilities they have, what their accommodation is like, clubs and societies etc.
http://www.offa.org.uk
Essential to research university fees and bursaries available.
http://www.hero.ac.uk
Contains information on all aspects of higher education.
http://www.qaa.ac.uk/reviews
Look at reports and reviews of universities and faculties.