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Hi, I Urgently Need Your Opinion About This

So I have an offer for Economics andFinance bsc at UEA (Unconditional). I can apply to uni of sussex or uni of surrey but I would have to reject UEA first. Its a year 2 offer btw. What do you guys think? Is it worth the risk? I would really love to hear your thoughts on this. I have 2.5 hours to decide. Give me you're honest thoughts.
Thanks

Reply 1

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by ahmedrizwan11
So I have an offer for Economics andFinance bsc at UEA (Unconditional). I can apply to uni of sussex or uni of surrey but I would have to reject UEA first. Its a year 2 offer btw. What do you guys think? Is it worth the risk? I would really love to hear your thoughts on this. I have 2.5 hours to decide. Give me you're honest thoughts.
Thanks

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There's so many moving parts to this I am not sure anyone else can provide much meaningful advice.


Have Sussex or Surrey encouraged a year 2 application?

Do you already meet the requirements for either of them?

Do you have a strong preference between UEA/Surrey/Sussex?

Have you asked UEA if they might make you another offer if you decline their current one to explore options via Extra (which is what I think you are trying to do)?

Reply 3

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by Admit-One
(Please don't bump within 5mins of posting)
There's so many moving parts to this I am not sure anyone else can provide much meaningful advice.

Have Sussex or Surrey encouraged a year 2 application?

Do you already meet the requirements for either of them?

Do you have a strong preference between UEA/Surrey/Sussex?

Have you asked UEA if they might make you another offer if you decline their current one to explore options via Extra (which is what I think you are trying to do)?


Surrey and Sussex say they consider year 2 transfers. I meet the requirements for entry but idk about a year 2 entry. UEA said they would consider me if they have places open later. My preference is based on the fact that I see myself working in finance (perhaps as a highly paid stockbroker in the future and I'm not sure if UEA is the best option between the 3 universities).

Reply 4

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by ahmedrizwan11
Surrey and Sussex say they consider year 2 transfers. I meet the requirements for entry but idk about a year 2 entry. UEA said they would consider me if they have places open later. My preference is based on the fact that I see myself working in finance (perhaps as a highly paid stockbroker in the future and I'm not sure if UEA is the best option between the 3 universities).


Ok 3rd year finance and banking student here maybe I can provide something others can’t. Basically especially in finance it’s very good to have aspirations, but by NO means does a university have any control/influence once you’re actually in the field. If you genuinely think you can get a high paying job straight after graduation, please take the time to do research (respectfully).

Could it potentially get u into a better job placement, maybe….. but UEA, Surry, Sussex are by no means “competitive” in terms of job placement affects. These are not “target universities” for high paying roles straight out of graduation such as LSE, Oxford, Cambridge, St Andrews etc. Within these universities, networking is the KEY, not what is ranked higher. A middle university, is still a middle ranked university, it will look the same on paper.

Overall, like I said it’s definitely good to have aspirations, but YOU need to be realistic here as well. 1. You haven’t even gone into year 2 yet, so u don’t know if u will pass it, you haven’t done the more advanced things yet. 2. You have no experience of how the job market works (by the looks of it) 3. You’re comparing mid ranging universities, with other mid ranging universities….. it doesn’t make sense. If we are basing it on ranking UEA (assuming u mean Uni of East Anglia) that would be better on paper yes. But by NO means does this mean, the other universities are not just as good. Like I said unless it’s in the top 20 universities, u will have the same competition than others. Hence why NETWORKING is the KEY here, not what is ranked higher. Especially in finance!

I have been respectful and also given you my opinion, but no matter where you go here, networking will be the key to success here, not what is ranked higher. Any more questions pls feel free to ask :smile:

Reply 5

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by ahmedrizwan11
Surrey and Sussex say they consider year 2 transfers. I meet the requirements for entry but idk about a year 2 entry. UEA said they would consider me if they have places open later. My preference is based on the fact that I see myself working in finance (perhaps as a highly paid stockbroker in the future and I'm not sure if UEA is the best option between the 3 universities).

Between those 3 Unis, it won't make any discernible difference to your eventual career.
Go to UEA - its a great place to study, and you'll be fine.

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by Rhewer1
Ok 3rd year finance and banking student here maybe I can provide something others can’t. Basically especially in finance it’s very good to have aspirations, but by NO means does a university have any control/influence once you’re actually in the field. If you genuinely think you can get a high paying job straight after graduation, please take the time to do research (respectfully).
Could it potentially get u into a better job placement, maybe….. but UEA, Surry, Sussex are by no means “competitive” in terms of job placement affects. These are not “target universities” for high paying roles straight out of graduation such as LSE, Oxford, Cambridge, St Andrews etc. Within these universities, networking is the KEY, not what is ranked higher. A middle university, is still a middle ranked university, it will look the same on paper.
Overall, like I said it’s definitely good to have aspirations, but YOU need to be realistic here as well. 1. You haven’t even gone into year 2 yet, so u don’t know if u will pass it, you haven’t done the more advanced things yet. 2. You have no experience of how the job market works (by the looks of it) 3. You’re comparing mid ranging universities, with other mid ranging universities….. it doesn’t make sense. If we are basing it on ranking UEA (assuming u mean Uni of East Anglia) that would be better on paper yes. But by NO means does this mean, the other universities are not just as good. Like I said unless it’s in the top 20 universities, u will have the same competition than others. Hence why NETWORKING is the KEY here, not what is ranked higher. Especially in finance!
I have been respectful and also given you my opinion, but no matter where you go here, networking will be the key to success here, not what is ranked higher. Any more questions pls feel free to ask :smile:

Hi, I know a top university is essential to get a high paying job staright out of uni, thats why I used the word "eventually" or I think I did. And even though they're not top universities some of them might still be better than others as far as universities on this level go.

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by McGinger
Between those 3 Unis, it won't make any discernible difference to your eventual career.
Go to UEA - its a great place to study, and you'll be fine.
Hi, thanks. If I could just add a bit more information. I would like to eventually have a high paying job as a stockbroker. Also, by accepting UEA, I would not be allowed to apply anywhere else, whereas, if I were to reject UEA and apply to one of the aforementioned universities, I could potentially re-apply to UEA if I were to not receive the answer i want from them(it depends on how fast the other universities would take to accept/reject me and how long places remain open at UEA.

Reply 8

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by Rhewer1
Ok 3rd year finance and banking student here maybe I can provide something others can’t. Basically especially in finance it’s very good to have aspirations, but by NO means does a university have any control/influence once you’re actually in the field. If you genuinely think you can get a high paying job straight after graduation, please take the time to do research (respectfully).
Could it potentially get u into a better job placement, maybe….. but UEA, Surry, Sussex are by no means “competitive” in terms of job placement affects. These are not “target universities” for high paying roles straight out of graduation such as LSE, Oxford, Cambridge, St Andrews etc. Within these universities, networking is the KEY, not what is ranked higher. A middle university, is still a middle ranked university, it will look the same on paper.
Overall, like I said it’s definitely good to have aspirations, but YOU need to be realistic here as well. 1. You haven’t even gone into year 2 yet, so u don’t know if u will pass it, you haven’t done the more advanced things yet. 2. You have no experience of how the job market works (by the looks of it) 3. You’re comparing mid ranging universities, with other mid ranging universities….. it doesn’t make sense. If we are basing it on ranking UEA (assuming u mean Uni of East Anglia) that would be better on paper yes. But by NO means does this mean, the other universities are not just as good. Like I said unless it’s in the top 20 universities, u will have the same competition than others. Hence why NETWORKING is the KEY here, not what is ranked higher. Especially in finance!
I have been respectful and also given you my opinion, but no matter where you go here, networking will be the key to success here, not what is ranked higher. Any more questions pls feel free to ask :smile:

What university do you attend?

Reply 9

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by ahmedrizwan11
Hi, I know a top university is essential to get a high paying job staright out of uni, thats why I used the word "eventually" or I think I did. And even though they're not top universities some of them might still be better than others as far as universities on this level go.


Trust me, it won’t make ANY difference! Others will say this, unless you go to “target universities” u have the same competition as all the others. In terms of “career aspirations”, once again one won’t be better than the other, you can’t decide that based on merit. It would be your opinion, and it would be down to the individual. Take it from someone in the field like I said.

Reply 10

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by ahmedrizwan11
Hi, thanks. If I could just add a bit more information. I would like to eventually have a high paying job as a stockbroker. Also, by accepting UEA, I would not be allowed to apply anywhere else, whereas, if I were to reject UEA and apply to one of the aforementioned universities, I could potentially re-apply to UEA if I were to not receive the answer i want from them(it depends on how fast the other universities would take to accept/reject me and how long places remain open at UEA.

Honestly - thats one big gamble for no gain. How do you know that UEA would even have you back. This is splitting hairs between 3 Unis that are on a par, so its not actually going to help a stockbroking career if you dither about between these. Stick with UEA, get a First or 2;1 and if you are really that bothered, do postgrad somewhere fancier.

Reply 11

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by McGinger
Honestly - thats one big gamble for no gain. How do you know that UEA would even have you back. This is splitting hairs between 3 Unis that are on a par, so its not actually going to help a stockbroking career if you dither about between these. Stick with UEA, get a First or 2;1 and if you are really that bothered, do postgrad somewhere fancier.


Totally agree with what u said here as well! They are literally comparing apples with apples…. Fundamentally no matter what university he goes to the end goal won’t be different. I think a big part he skipped on is when I said about networking. That’s the key here
I think another thing that gets overlooked is potentially how disruptive moving unis is. You’re joining a cohort that is already up and running and has formed friendship groups. And you’re also immediately enrolling onto modules that will be taken into account for your final classification.

Reply 13

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by McGinger
Honestly - thats one big gamble for no gain. How do you know that UEA would even have you back. This is splitting hairs between 3 Unis that are on a par, so its not actually going to help a stockbroking career if you dither about between these. Stick with UEA, get a First or 2;1 and if you are really that bothered, do postgrad somewhere fancier.

Yeah, none of them are top uni's for sure. But I guess I just feel better going into the best possible uni I can, even if that's not a top university. I'm confident that UEA would take me back but only if they have space.

Reply 14

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by ahmedrizwan11
Yeah, none of them are top uni's for sure. But I guess I just feel better going into the best possible uni I can, even if that's not a top university. I'm confident that UEA would take me back but only if they have space.
it’s totally up to you, but remember the uni is under no obligation to accept u back, even if they say “they would” they can still reject you for whatever reason they seem fit. So don’t be assuming they would take you back, it could honestly make u go into a lower ranked uni, as the other uni might not accept u back either. Just stick to the uni u are with, and if u want to go to a fancier university after provided u do well at that one first, then yeh go for it.

What you’re arguing here is like “who goes down the slide first” it’s meaningless, as it won’t affect the outcome. That’s just my interpretation of this situation.

I do wish you all the best, if u want to ask questions about econ, finance, banking etc then please do 🙂

Reply 15

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by McGinger
Honestly - thats one big gamble for no gain. How do you know that UEA would even have you back. This is splitting hairs between 3 Unis that are on a par, so its not actually going to help a stockbroking career if you dither about between these. Stick with UEA, get a First or 2;1 and if you are really that bothered, do postgrad somewhere fancier.

I mean uni of sussex does rank over a hundred places above uea on qs rankings. And for me as a finance undergrad specifically, its better (even if overall quality of unis is the same, the specific subject quality same level unis offer could be very different). Its proximity to london is another factor. That means more opportunities. And there may be better networking opportunities. It all depends on if it's worth the risk.Cuz if i reject UEA now, and assume sussex reply in a month and say no, whether UEA will have spaces open then is the question. It's a gamble but isn't it more likely than not that they would. It just depends on whether the additional benefits are greater than the risk. Worst case scenario I could end up in a top uni in Pakistan, where my family is from( but a mid tier uni in uk is definitely better than a top one in in Pakistan).Anyways, thanks for the responses, sorry for all the questions and paragraphs and stuff. The only issue with uni of sussex is people say the campus is bad,but theoretically speaking, the uni ticks most boxes.

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uni of sussex does rank over a hundred places above uea on qs rankings

Which actually means zero in the real world. Employers don't look at this sort of stuff, and even Unis themselves don't take rankings seriously.

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