How do I choose where to go for uni

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Hi, I'm a year 14/upper sixth Pupil in Norther Ireland studying Biology, Health and Social Care and Nutrition and Food A-levels.
I definitely want to go away for uni and I've got all 5 conditional offers back for grades I think are manageable.
But how do I pick where to go now?
Any advice on how you picked yours would be great :smile:

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AAKHTAR.

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by Lex_dragon

Hi, I'm a year 14/upper sixth Pupil in Norther Ireland studying Biology, Health and Social Care and Nutrition and Food A-levels.
I definitely want to go away for uni and I've got all 5 conditional offers back for grades I think are manageable.
But how do I pick where to go now?
Any advice on how you picked yours would be great :smile:

Where are your offers from and for what course(s)? I'd rank the unis based off of which ones you like the most and least and how much you'd like to attend it. You could also make a pros and cons list.

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McGinger

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What degree subject are you applying for?

Reply 3

Uni of Southampton Students

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by Lex_dragon

Hi, I'm a year 14/upper sixth Pupil in Norther Ireland studying Biology, Health and Social Care and Nutrition and Food A-levels.
I definitely want to go away for uni and I've got all 5 conditional offers back for grades I think are manageable.
But how do I pick where to go now?
Any advice on how you picked yours would be great :smile:

Hi, congrats on your offers!

I would recommend going to offer holder days and visiting the universities. I found this was a great way for me to talk to current students, and see what the area is like - which is always important as you will be living there! Looking at the course specifics, such as modules and lecturers also helped me pick where to go. Remember ultimately it's up to you - go where you think you will have the best time.

Hope this can help you make a desicion
Rachel (UoS student ambassador)

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YSJstudents

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by Lex_dragon

Hi, I'm a year 14/upper sixth Pupil in Norther Ireland studying Biology, Health and Social Care and Nutrition and Food A-levels.
I definitely want to go away for uni and I've got all 5 conditional offers back for grades I think are manageable.
But how do I pick where to go now?
Any advice on how you picked yours would be great :smile:

Hi there!

First of all, congrats on getting all of your offers! As others have recommended, I'd say its definitely worth going to any decision days that you're able to go to. What helped me was making a pros and cons list (and going to decision days to find out information). Some of the things I looked at are:

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Student satisfaction ratings - this tells you how students feel about a university rather than what the university staff think!

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The city itself. Don't make the mistake of just loving the university - make sure you're happy with where you'll be living! 3 years is a really long time to be in a place you don't like!

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Support services, and accommodations for disability (if this applies to you).

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Course facilities! This one is self-explanatory.

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Assessment types - some universities will only use exams, some will skip out on exams entirely. And, the modules taught differ between universities too! Some might focus on different areas of a subject more than others☺️

Hopefully this gives you an idea of what to look out for! If you can't get to the open/decision days, don't be afraid to email universities with your questions🤗
-Kiera (Student Ambassador, York St. John University)

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Szara_SOAS

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by Lex_dragon

Hi, I'm a year 14/upper sixth Pupil in Norther Ireland studying Biology, Health and Social Care and Nutrition and Food A-levels.
I definitely want to go away for uni and I've got all 5 conditional offers back for grades I think are manageable.
But how do I pick where to go now?
Any advice on how you picked yours would be great :smile:

Hi!

Congratulations on receiving your offers! Here are a few additional factors to consider:

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University Size: Smaller universities often offer a close-knit community, while larger ones tend to have a wider range of facilities and activities.

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Extracurricular Opportunities: Explore the clubs, societies, and networking events available, as these can enrich your overall university experience.

When I was choosing, I prioritized:

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City & Environment: I chose London because of its diversity and the many cultural, social, and professional opportunities it offers.

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Teaching Style: SOAS’s non-eurocentric, decolonial approach really appealed to me.

I’d also recommend visiting the universities and speaking with current students to get a genuine feel for each institution. Hope this helps, and best of luck with your decision!
-Szara, BA International Relations and Arabic

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Lex_dragon

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by AAKHTAR.

Where are your offers from and for what course(s)? I'd rank the unis based off of which ones you like the most and least and how much you'd like to attend it. You could also make a pros and cons list.

I've got offers from ABC (Nottingham) to BCC (bath) for psychology courses. I will definitely be doing a pro/cons list

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Lex_dragon

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by McGinger

What degree subject are you applying for?

Psychology

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De Montfort University

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by Lex_dragon

Hi, I'm a year 14/upper sixth Pupil in Norther Ireland studying Biology, Health and Social Care and Nutrition and Food A-levels.
I definitely want to go away for uni and I've got all 5 conditional offers back for grades I think are manageable.
But how do I pick where to go now?
Any advice on how you picked yours would be great :smile:

Hey there 😁

Huge congratulations on your offers! This is an amazing achievement, and you should be so proud of yourself! 🙌

When making your final choice, it's essential to go with what truly aligns with your preferences. I’d suggest looking into career-related opportunities like placements, internships, volunteering, and student exchange programmes. These experiences will be invaluable when stepping into the job market! 🚀

If you feel like you don’t have the full picture of both universities, I’d highly recommend attending open days. They’ll give you a much clearer sense of not just the institutions but also the cities themselves 🌆 Experiencing the atmosphere firsthand can make it much easier to envision where you see yourself thriving.

I hope it will be helpful 💪 Feel free to reach out if you have any questions 😉 You can also chat with me or other students directly through The Ambassador Platform.

Take care,

Julia
Psychology student
De Montfort University

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Lancaster Student Ambassador

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by Lex_dragon

Hi, I'm a year 14/upper sixth Pupil in Norther Ireland studying Biology, Health and Social Care and Nutrition and Food A-levels.
I definitely want to go away for uni and I've got all 5 conditional offers back for grades I think are manageable.
But how do I pick where to go now?
Any advice on how you picked yours would be great :smile:

Hello!

First of all, congratulations on receiving all your offers. I would recommend trying to do virtual tours / offer holder events, or attending them in person if you can. It is important to consider what you want the most out of a university. For example, I chose Lancaster based on the work experience programmes offered by my department as that was something important to me. I also preferred the campus-style university over a city because it felt more safe and tight-knit as a community.

Of course, it is also important to consider the financial aspects. How much is rent? How often do you want to visit home and how much would that cost? Will your loan / income / family be able to support that? The last thing you need whilst studying is to not be able to meet rent or afford food. Lancaster is quite far away from my home town, meaning that the cost to get home is quite a lot. However, the rent for houses in town and cost of living was actually a lot cheaper than other places that I considered so it cancelled out and I was able to prioritise some of my more preferred elements in a university (e.g. lots of green spaces).

Hope this helps.

-Kat (3rd year psychology undergraduate at Lancaster University)

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