University IAG: Our weekly blog to support teachers and careers professionals with all things university
Every week we post a new blog, with advice from colleagues in the sector, or ourselves, on key university news, changes or topical debate. You can view a selection of our latest articles below, or select from the list of topics to narrow things down.
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by Jon Cheek, posted on 6 Apr '21
The key things for schools and students to know about student finance
Student finance applications are open. Here I will go through the things I think schools need to know about it to provide great support to students - as well as students need to know to make great decisions themselves.
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by Kat Knight , posted on 26 Mar '21
A school and college guide to university courses - which different university degrees are out there?
There are over 35,000 courses available for your students to consider when making their university choices. It’s not just the course name and content that students must get their head around; they’ll also need to understand the different types of courses, the length of a course and what each choice would mean for them as well. This blog introduces all the options.
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by Sophia Mousoulides, posted on 21 Mar '21
A school and college guide to university widening participation and fair access, access and participation plans, university activities and more...
More young people from all backgrounds are going to university – however there is still inequality in higher education and beyond. Students with certain characteristics are less likely to enter higher education, less likely to stay on, and/or less likely to gain highly skilled employment after completing their degree. This blog introduces the problem - and suggests some solutions.
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by Jon Cheek, posted on 12 Mar '21
A school and college guide to the transition from school to university
The transition from school or college to university can be a big step for students, and the uncertainty of the present climate may make that step feel even larger for some. This blog provides support and guidance for students exploring this.
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by Michelle Tang, posted on 2 Mar '21
A school and college guide to supporting students with their personal statements
In my experience, students often think of the personal statement as the most important part of their application because it’s the part they have the most creative freedom over. But with freedom comes a lot of potential pitfalls! Here are my top tips to steer students in the right direction.
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by David Hawkins, posted on 19 Feb '21
A school and college guide to international university study opportunities
In an increasingly global world, with students connected to friends, celebrities, news and opportunities all over the world at the click of a button - and Zoom allowing us to all keep in touch, today’s students have never been more globally connected, tied into a digital economy that knows no borders. This blog will tell you more about the opportunities on offer.
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by Lauren McWilliams, posted on 5 Feb '21
A school and college guide to CPD opportunities through universities
As a teacher or adviser, to provide effective information and guidance, you must be equipped with accurate and in-depth information on a plethora of ever-changing subjects relating to higher education. This could be challenging with the ongoing COVID-19 related restrictions. This blog will tell you more about the various opportunities.
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by Lydia Mansell , posted on 25 Jan '21
A school and college guide to supporting students when they are choosing courses and universities
With so many courses to choose from, students can often feel overwhelmed when they start their university research. This blog will provide steps to consider when you''re supporting students making them.
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by Fiona Curry, posted on 15 Jan '21
A school and college guide to how universities can support you with subject specific events
Whether your students are considering their GCSE or Level 3 options - or deciding which university course or higher/degree apprenticeship they might want to consider, universities offer a wide range of subject experiences and events. They may even support you to meet Gatsby Benchmark 4, linking curriculum to careers in the process.
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by Rebecca Foster , posted on 6 Jan '21
The future of Post 16 qualifications - calling all Level 3 staff
Whilst understanding that now is a time of great stress and disruption to schools, I would like to bring to your that there is a very important government consultation on the future of post-16 qualifications at Level 3 in England taking place at present. This blog will tell you all about it.
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