I got ACD and still got in - the A was in my chosen subject though (my offer was ABB). I also had extenuating circumstances that were known to all my choices on UCAS. Wasn't through clearing either.
So on the whole, they aren't a strict uni that if you miss a grade they wont say no straight up?
So on the whole, they aren't a strict uni that if you miss a grade they wont say no straight up?
Depends, if they need to "fill seats" so to speak, they won't be very strict, but for some subjects (think social sciences, especially politics) they may be more strict. Honestly, it depends on the admissions tutor for your department, if your chosen subject was one of your A-Levels/how high you got in it, if you had reasons for getting lower than your offer, if it was your insurance/firm, etc. Generally speaking though, no, when I was applying for uni it wasn't (I'm about to go into my third year). Could potentially be different now.
It depends on how much you appreciate quietness. My friend personally didn't enjoy Quays as it was off-campus so not much was going on, plus she didn't enjoy the prospect of crossing the bridge for lectures all the time. Apparently it was "boring". But as long as you have great flatmates there you should have a good experience. I would highly recommend getting accommodation on-campus (so everything apart from Maltings - and Meadows to an extent).
It depends on how much you appreciate quietness. My friend personally didn't enjoy Quays as it was off-campus so not much was going on, plus she didn't enjoy the prospect of crossing the bridge for lectures all the time. Apparently it was "boring". But as long as you have great flatmates there you should have a good experience. I would highly recommend getting accommodation on-campus (so everything apart from Maltings - and Meadows to an extent).
You sound like a current/past student.
Just how good would the night life be in the towers?
I have applied for towers and it would my first year so grades and studying wouldn't be too heavy. Just wanna have fun in my first year really lol
I actually lived in South Courts but I've been to a friend's flat in North Towers. It's a very sociable place, which, mixed together with more than 6 people per floor makes for a a good time. The night life would be great, plus you'll automatically make friends quicker
I actually lived in South Courts but I've been to a friend's flat in North Towers. It's a very sociable place, which, mixed together with more than 6 people per floor makes for a a good time. The night life would be great, plus you'll automatically make friends quicker
South Courts is great. You have the best of everything: on-campus, ensuite bathroom and a relatively quiet area considering it's near towers. On the other hand, it's quite expensive but if you value a mix of socialising and privacy then it will be good for you.