University

USE UNIFROG TO WRITE YOUR PERSONAL STATEMENTS FOR UCAS AND SEARCH FOR UNIVERSTIES AND DIFFERENT COURSE OPTIONS

As one application cycle draws to a close, another one begins. With Discover Uni, students can search and compare courses to make the best choice for them. Discover Uni is the UK-wide official information, advice and guidance resource on higher education across the UK. 

HOW TO HELP YOUR CHILD CHOOSE THE RIGHT UNIVERSITY FOR THEM

The toughest challenge here is putting aside your preferences as a parent and supporting your child in the choices that are right for them – particularly if they are polar opposites to your own. Don’t forget, it’s natural to feel protective of your children, but university provides a good opportunity for them to fly the nest in a protected environment. Please take a look at some of the important factors you and your child might want to consider together on: https://www.theparentsguideto.co.uk/post/helping-your-child-choose-the-right-university

HOW TO HELP YOUR CHILD CHOOSE THE RIGHT COURSE FOR THEM

With over 30,000 courses available the right course for your child is out there – it just might be tricky to find! There is plenty of information about university courses available so it’s worth researching diligently before making choices, rather than students relying on “my teacher recommends it”, “my parents took it”, or “I like the university”. Please take a look at some suggestions for things to consider when helping your child choose the right university course on:https://www.theparentsguideto.co.uk/post/helping-your-child-choose-the-right-university-course

THE PRO'S AND CON'S OF GOING TO UNIVERSITY

THE PRO'S OF GOING TO UNIVERSITY

1. Students can become experts in the subject they love – through 3+ years of intense, focused study.

2. University can prepare you for a specific career path – although many higher/degree apprenticeships now offer training for graduate careers.

3. Graduates earn more – but they can graduate with a higher/degree apprenticeship and earn while they study.

4. University gives students time to gain work experience – during the long summer vacations.

5. Students get a taste of independence –by living away from home in student halls or rented accommodation.

6. Students gain high-level transferable skills – such as analysis, critical thinking, communication and problem-solving.

7. It can broaden the mind – by exposing students to new people, ideas and places.

THE CON'S OF GOING TO UNIVERSITY

1. Students may not gain technical skills – many courses are theoretical instead of practical.

2. Students may not get employability skills – although they can gain these on work experience during the vacations, or choose to do a sandwich course with a year in Industry.

3. Contact time is less than at school – with more of a focus on independent, self-driven study.

4. Students graduate with a lot of debt – 2018 graduates left university with £36,000 of debt on average.

5. Students commit 3+ years of their life –so your child should consider whether three more years of education is for them.

6. Students are not guaranteed a graduate job –many graduates end up in temporary or entry-level jobs not graduate roles.

7. Lifetime earnings can be higher with an apprenticeship – those with a level 5+ apprenticeship typically earn more than traditional university graduates.

OUR LOCAL LINK UNIVERSITES

10 OF THE BEST UNIVERSITIES IN THE WORLD FOR EMPLOYABILITY FROM QS TOP UNIVERSITIES

More than 70 percent of students deciding where to study will prioritise a course that is linked to their future career.* But it's important to also know how well universities prepare their graduates for the world of work. Find out the top 10 universities for employability in 2021. 

Read the article to find out more on the following link: https://www.topuniversities.com/qs-stars/qs-stars/10-best-universities-world-employability?utm_campaign=Newsletters&utm_medium=email&_hsmi=153292558&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-_qkDq9L2oCwHXwGuFYzAx-65X3_SkTbKeqBMfZDYqccijsWDIDpMYVCKTD0fQa6ybY_SCM5ma5xTBrksYtYx9I1icyFJVFG73JYIXlaNTnlk3hlD9aOBjDD3Z5eN76MNaF1pdE&utm_content=153292373&utm_source=hs_email

*According to the International Student Survey 2020.  

WIWIKAU (WHAT I WISHED I KNEW ABOUT UNIVERSITY)

 A further source of invaluable information and support for parents and students preparing for and attending university.

• Featured and recommended by The Sunday Times.

• Featured and recommended in the UK's leading celebrity podcasts.

Staff from Kent University are currently on our website for the whole of September answering any and all questions about University life. 

Please check out the website for more information on questions you might like the answers to about going to University on the following link: www.wiwikau.co.uk