So im a full time mum applying for university in 2016 and i can't find a reference! I left college in 2009 with great a levels and have since then not been in education or employment. I think I have a strong personal statement but am I going to be at a hindrance with a weak reference? My college have said that are unable to do a detailed reference due to everything being destroyed after 6 years but they can confirm dates and results.. is this better than nothing?