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elifvtnsvr_

I dont know which university, I should go to.

Reply 1

UniLancashire

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by elifvtnsvr_

I dont know which university, I should go to.

Hi @elifvtnsvr_,

This is a very important decision to make but here's some of my advice and tips to help you along the way. What interests you? This is something I would ask firstly, if you know what interests you then you can look at courses and narrow them down into your top choices. When looking into what course to study, look at it's modules and the facilities you'd have on hand as an example. Me being a more creative and visual person, I would often look the courses on YouTube and now with social media, you can find a page for the specific course or school online. This really helped me see into the behind the scenes of the courses that interested me.

Once you know what interests you or what you could see yourself studying, it's time to look at where would be most suitable for you to study that course. Ask yourself a few of these questions if you need help:

Am I wanting to move our or commute (is the commute doable)

Do I want a large campus in a big city or a smaller one?

What do I want out of my campus and uni? (is it student support, facilities for example.)

Look into different universities, don't feel afraid to get in touch with the uni even if it's of the smallest interests and you need answers to your questions. Attend open days if possible, these are great in getting a feel of the university, speak to current students and lecturers plus much more. Often open days, are the deciding factor for applicants. Another simple trick that helped me making decisions that I still use now is pros and cons lists. This really helped me to make up my decision seeing it written down and compared.

There is so much information out there which can make researching overwhelming but don't put too much pressure on yourself. Figure out what it is that you want from university other than the degree as that really helped me find the right one. Lastly, there is so much useful information on the UCAS website including here: What and where to study at a University, College or Conservatoire

Do let me know if you have any further questions! 🙂
Best wishes,
^Zac

Reply 2

Manchester Met - Student Rep

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by elifvtnsvr_

I dont know which university, I should go to.

Hey,
Choosing a university is a huge decision, and it’s completely normal to feel stuck with so many options. It’s less about finding a "perfect" university and more about finding the one that is the best fit for your lifestyle and goals.
Here is how you can actively narrow down your choices:

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Campus vs. City: Think about the environment you want to live in. Do you prefer a campus university, where everything is in one place and has a close community feel, or a city university, where your lectures and social life are integrated into the buzz of a busy city?

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The "Vibe" Check: If you can, visit the area on a normal day, not just an open day. Walk around the local shops and the library. Sometimes a place just "clicks" when you’re actually there, and you can realistically see yourself living there for three years.

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Research the Daily Costs: Compare the practical side of living in different locations. Research the average price of student rent in that area and how much you'll spend on travel. A city might have a great university, but you want to make sure the daily cost of living fits your budget so you can enjoy your time there without extra stress.

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Support Services: Look into what type of support the university offers, such as career services, mental health support, or tutoring. Knowing that help is available can give you a lot of peace of mind.

Ultimately, trust your instincts. All universities offer a high standard of education, so focus on where you feel you will be happiest and most supported.

Hope this helps! 😊
Rachel
(Third Year)
Undergraduate Multimedia Journalism

Reply 3

LSBU

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by elifvtnsvr_

I dont know which university, I should go to.

Hey there,

Feeling unsure about which university to choose is very common, and it is completely okay to feel stuck at this stage. Choosing a university is a big decision, and it is not just about the course title but also about where you feel supported, comfortable, and able to grow both academically and personally.

You are always welcome to explore LSBU a bit more and get a real feel for what student life is like here. We have a Southwark open day: Saturday 7th February 2026 where you can hear more about our courses and support. If you would prefer to see the campus in person you can book a tour https://www.lsbu.ac.uk/study/study-at-lsbu/open-days on a day that suits you and get a sense of the spaces you would be studying in. You can also chat to our current students https://www.lsbu.ac.uk/student-life/chat to hear honest experiences and get answers to any course questions you might have.

LSBU Admissions Ambassador

Reply 4

YSJ_Alex

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by elifvtnsvr_

I dont know which university, I should go to.

Hello,

As other users have mentioned, this is definitely one of the hardest decisions. I can't emphasise enough how important it is to go and visit universities - it's not just the campus and the uni itself that are important, but the city too - you're about to move there for at least three years, so it's important you love it! I grew up around Manchester - I knew I wanted something that was city-ish, but not as big. I visited York because it sounded like my kind of vibe and I absolutely loved it, alongside loving the uni itself and the values it stands for. Just another thing to think about and might help you rule out some places!

Also, most unis have reps on here that you can ask questions to directly. You could make a post on the university's forum page with your question or message the reps directly. No question is too small! This is an important decision for you :five:

Best of luck,
Alex
Student Ambassador

Reply 5

hallamstudents

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by elifvtnsvr_

I dont know which university, I should go to.

Hi there,

This is a tricky one and it depends on what you are interested in and what you want to get out of university.

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Have a look at the different modules that different universities offer. Some will have ones which interest you more, and some you will be less bothered about so this is always a good place to start. Another good thing to look at on the universities websites is how they assess you - is it exams based, or coursework based? And which would you prefer? This really helped me to narrow down my choice and choose Hallam.

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Looking at league tables is a good idea too and can be quite helpful to see where the options you are considering rank compared to others. This may help you narrow down your choices or cross one or two off your list, or put some higher up the list!

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Have a look on social media, ask on here, look on Student Crowd as this is where you will get to hear from specific students that currently study there/used to study there as this is a great way of gaining knowledge. If you are deciding between two for example, you can ask on here about the specific universities and people will respond telling you their experience.

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Have a look at what else the universities offer on terms of societies, events etc as this could also be a factor in your decision making and could help you to decide what you want to do.

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Going to open days is the best way of deciding where to go as this is where you will get a feel for the place and be able to see what it would be like to go there. You can also talk to current students and tutors if you do this so it is worth doing.

I hope some of this helps,

Lucy -SHU student ambassador.

Reply 6

StardustShoot5

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by elifvtnsvr_

I dont know which university, I should go to.

I will try to answer as much as the question allows me to. First, think of what you want to do. Then you search unis that do that course (google it, or look up uni ranks for that subject - it's a good start). Make a document with all your options, putting out their advantages. It really depends on what you want to do after university.

Reply 7

Swansea Students

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by elifvtnsvr_

I dont know which university, I should go to.

Hi there,

I'm Lucy a first year law student at Swansea Uni. I completely remember feeling overwhelmed with choosing which university to go to; and I think a lot of people will be in the same boat as you. Here are some things that I asked myself when assessing which uni to go to:

1) Campus or city? I come from a really rural area and I liked the idea of being able to move out while still being in a safe and supportive environment.

2) What the course has to offer. I chose Swansea because of the great work experience links to the law school and the employability focus they have on the course. For law in particular, work experience is so important so this was quite a big pull.

3) The overall vibe/culture of the city. Swansea is by the sea which I found super appealing as well as being a smaller city compared to others, making it super easy to grasp my bearings and feel like home really quickly.

There is definitely no right or wrong answer as to which university to go to, it is completely up to you. Maybe going to some open days would help you to imagine your life at a certain university? I hope this has been helpful! If you have any questions, let me know.

Good luck!

Lucy :smile:

Reply 8

Student - Nethmi

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by elifvtnsvr_

I dont know which university, I should go to.

Hiya!

I relate to this as someone who started from scratch when applying for undergraduate degrees. There has been some really fantastic advice here from other university reps which are great things to consider. I thought I might add my two cents in here.

For me, personally, there were three things that were important:

Cost: this includes tuition (as an international student), housing, cost-of-living etc.

Subject: I needed flexibility and somewhere that all different academic and extra-ciricular interests of mine can shine. Ultimately that is why I chose the University of Glasgow over all my other offers.

Does it excite me: I was eager to leave a very small town in my country and find myself somewhere bigger, more central, and completely new. I wanted to be excited by my choices beyond a degree. It was important to me that the place I was going to study at (beyond being a university) was a place for me to grow.

What can you do to get some direction:

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Open Days! If you are able to, Open Days are fantastic ways of visiting university campuses, hearing from current students and staff, and being part of the university for a short few hours to get the feel of it. If you're curious what this may look like at UofG, see: https://www.tiktok.com/@uofglasgow/video/7517743652156853526?lang=en

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Social media: when I was applying and got my offers, I followed every university on every platform I could find and scrolled through their posts/stories. I learned a lot about them this way and it was a very informal way of understanding their vibe.

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Unibuddy: the online Unibuddy platform allows you to read student blogs and also get in touch with ambassadors. These are students who are volunteering their time to help prospective/curious students who want to learn more about Glasgow. You can ask them questions on any subject. If you would like a reflection on my time at UofG, you can read it here: https://link.unibuddy.co/unibuddy/4a78vCvYy6Uas5LMA

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Reddit: there is a lot of advice/information you can find from current/previous/prospective students on Reddit which might even allow you to learn about things from other people's personal experiences on very specific topics that might interest you. I learned about very niche things about the international student experience through Reddit when I was applying.