UCAS reference as an independent candidate
Hello,
I am thinking about doing a gap year and retaking history, my school refuses to do references and predict grades for some odd reason.
I had a history tutor who was also a university student.
Would they count as a suitable reference as they are also studying at uni at the moment whilst tutoring me. They have known me for quite some time in a professional manner and know about my ambitions etc.
would this be a problem or are they able to be a reference?
I would really appreciate feedback on this from anyone who knows.
I am thinking about doing a gap year and retaking history, my school refuses to do references and predict grades for some odd reason.
I had a history tutor who was also a university student.
Would they count as a suitable reference as they are also studying at uni at the moment whilst tutoring me. They have known me for quite some time in a professional manner and know about my ambitions etc.
would this be a problem or are they able to be a reference?
I would really appreciate feedback on this from anyone who knows.
Reply 1
You can add a personal tutor, anyone who is familiar with your academic work is fine.
Reply 2
bq100
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thank you!!
Reply 3
Original post
by bq100thank you!!
No worries. You can show them this guide if they’re unfamiliar with the format.
https://www.ucas.com/advisers/help-and-training/guides-resources-and-training/writing-references/writing-undergraduate-references-independent-applicants
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