What Extra Curriculars would be best for Mechanical Engineering
Im a Year 12 student studying further maths, physics, maths and economics wondering what i would be able to participate outside of school in order to get the best chance of getting into the course as well as what may help me or save time later down the line
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by Ch.h202Im a Year 12 student studying further maths, physics, maths and economics wondering what i would be able to participate outside of school in order to get the best chance of getting into the course as well as what may help me or save time later down the line
To gain some relevant work experience, see if any engineering companies have work experience directly or try EDT (Engineering Development Trust). You may want to read a book linked to engineering or you could do an EPQ on a topic linked to engineering, if an EPQ is available for you to do.
Also, if you are thinking about applying to prestigious unis where the ESAT is required or recommended, you may want to start revising for that.
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by DivinebanditTo gain some relevant work experience, see if any engineering companies have work experience directly or try EDT (Engineering Development Trust). You may want to read a book linked to engineering or you could do an EPQ on a topic linked to engineering, if an EPQ is available for you to do.
Also, if you are thinking about applying to prestigious unis where the ESAT is required or recommended, you may want to start revising for that.
Also, if you are thinking about applying to prestigious unis where the ESAT is required or recommended, you may want to start revising for that.
Ok thanks
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by Ch.h202Im a Year 12 student studying further maths, physics, maths and economics wondering what i would be able to participate outside of school in order to get the best chance of getting into the course as well as what may help me or save time later down the line
Extra curriculars aren't important for university and won't help your application. Focus on your grades, because they'll be what determine whether you get a place at university or not.
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by SmackExtra curriculars aren't important for university and won't help your application. Focus on your grades, because they'll be what determine whether you get a place at university or not.
Supercurriculars are important
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by SmackExtra curriculars aren't important for university and won't help your application. Focus on your grades, because they'll be what determine whether you get a place at university or not.
Hey there , I somewhat agree with this more than anything especially if you are not applying to redbrick universities. Your first priority should be your grades , that is what most universities will judge you on. Unless you are applying to a health care course then your extra curricular activities will count.
Take part in which ever extra curricular activities make you happy and it would be helpful for you if you did anything related to your course of interest but that is more for you than it is for your application . In the mean time try to attend some as many open days as you can , and hear from previous applicants how their process was and what the university is looking for. I'm pretty sure they will confirm that grades is what they want , but at least you'll get to see the campus and facilities in person. Open days are what cemented my place at my university , it just felt right .
I HOPE THIS HELPS 😁
Cece
Engineering student
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by Ch.h202Im a Year 12 student studying further maths, physics, maths and economics wondering what i would be able to participate outside of school in order to get the best chance of getting into the course as well as what may help me or save time later down the line
Hi there,
Whilst the main important thing that universities will look to are your grades - focus on those for sure, extra curriculars can be great for university interviews.
If you're a stem student then something like an amateur coding course could be great as lots of degrees use some level of it and a university might see you taking initiative for something that will make your life easier in the future.
EPQ's are also a great idea (make sure it's something that you enjoy) and can contribute some UCAS points.
Hope this helps
Amber
Coventry University Student Ambassador
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by SmackExtra curriculars aren't important for university and won't help your application. Focus on your grades, because they'll be what determine whether you get a place at university or not.
Best advice you’ll get here for engineering.
Academic achievements & relevance is really what universities focus on for engineering, even Imperial & Oxbridge the acceptance is really driven by attainment on A levels, pre admissions tests or an interview.
The reality is things like relevant work experience are often more about luck & connections than what an individual can control. I would recommend reading relevant free journals & articles from professional engineering bodies, additionally there is a huge amount of high quality lectures & webinars on youtube. If you’re looking for a skill something like MATLAB or python scripting would be beneficial. But unlikely to move the needle from an admissions perspective.
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by Ch.h202Ok thanks
Find out more about why sudents are choosing non-RG for Engineering now. A year in industry has become much more important.
Look at unis that do Formula Student https://www.imeche.org/events/formula-student
https://imeche.org/events/formula-student/previous-events
Most successful uni is Brookes and Bath is next.
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by Coventry University Student AmbassadorsHi there,
Whilst the main important thing that universities will look to are your grades - focus on those for sure, extra curriculars can be great for university interviews.
If you're a stem student then something like an amateur coding course could be great as lots of degrees use some level of it and a university might see you taking initiative for something that will make your life easier in the future.
EPQ's are also a great idea (make sure it's something that you enjoy) and can contribute some UCAS points.
Hope this helps
Amber
Coventry University Student Ambassador
Whilst the main important thing that universities will look to are your grades - focus on those for sure, extra curriculars can be great for university interviews.
If you're a stem student then something like an amateur coding course could be great as lots of degrees use some level of it and a university might see you taking initiative for something that will make your life easier in the future.
EPQ's are also a great idea (make sure it's something that you enjoy) and can contribute some UCAS points.
Hope this helps
Amber
Coventry University Student Ambassador
EPQ with 4 A levels is too much - I'd not recommend it.
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