Unsuccessful Applications....

Though, the thing is, they somewhat expect to have people profess excellence at a range of extra-curricular activities...i went to a Kings Open Day last year and the tutor there mentioned in essence their procedure: 1) Predictions 2) Reference 3) AS results 4) Personal statement/GCSEs. You have to pass each stage...in that order (yet not strictly). By far, the teacher's section is very important, but the coin changes if you are offered interviews.....

Hmmmm, don’t get my wrong it would great if they did take extra-circular activities into account (from a purely selfish point of view). I was just under the impression that it wasn’t really part of the admissions criteria.

I play Rugby and Rowe and was going to cambidge for the sports more that was why I take part in sports. and I am clever.

Lol, I didn’t actually mention all my extra-circular stuff on my UCAS for fear that they may take involvement in a large number of activities as a sign of a lack of commitment to the subject. I did mention the activities I spend most time on though, plus I was able to use the extra space to talk more specifically about history so it’s not all bad I guess..

Ah, that sucks Chim. What did you apply for?

Wow, that's appalling! If they were prepared to take you through clearing then they should offer to reserve a place for you next year. Even if you don't want to wait, I reckon that would have been a fairer response.