where should i go to university?

hi. i’m currently in my final GCSE year, deciding on my a- level options (i’m thinking: art, history and sociology) and i definitely want to go to uni. currently i’m also just thinking further along the line about uni. i’ll be needing to start applying to unis in about a year and a half-2 years so it’s really not long.

should i stay closer to home, where there’s not a huge amount of options not really any renowned ones either, so i can stay closer to home: my family and friends. or should i keep my options open and branch out further away instead to perhaps get a better education and new experiences?

what do you guys think?

Reply 1

stilllearning123

Original post

by louisaniles

hi. i’m currently in my final GCSE year, deciding on my a- level options (i’m thinking: art, history and sociology) and i definitely want to go to uni. currently i’m also just thinking further along the line about uni. i’ll be needing to start applying to unis in about a year and a half-2 years so it’s really not long.
should i stay closer to home, where there’s not a huge amount of options not really any renowned ones either, so i can stay closer to home: my family and friends. or should i keep my options open and branch out further away instead to perhaps get a better education and new experiences?
what do you guys think?

There is a forum for this, can't remember the specific name, called 'which uni is best for me' or something. I would recommend to get the full uni experience that you move away, but each to their own and you can decide later on.

You have 5 different spaces so 5 different unis for 5 different courses, or the same course across the uni's/ same uni different course. You can choose which you like best and then decide where to go depending on where you get an offer, usually pretty easy to get an offer for non-competitive courses.

Best of luck to whatever you decide to do!

Reply 2

BCU Student Rep

Official Rep

Hello @louisaniles ,

Deciding whether to stay close to home or move further away for university is a big decision, and it’s great that you’re thinking ahead. Staying closer to home offers the comfort of a familiar environment, easy access to family and friends, and potentially lower living costs if you stay at home. However, moving further away can provide access to universities with stronger specialised courses, and better facilities, as well as opportunities for personal growth, independence, and experiencing life in a new city. It could also open doors to career opportunities through networking and internships. A middle ground might be choosing a university that’s far enough to give you independence but still close enough for regular visits home. Visiting open days and exploring courses that match your interests will help you decide what feels right. With about a year or two before you apply, you have time to weigh your priorities and make a decision that works best for you.

Mercy
BCU Student Rep