Year 13 thinking of HE

Deciding on a course at university or college?

Think about the ...

skills and abilities you want to achieve
exam results you are likely to get
distance that you are prepared to travel and the cost of living there.

Need to find out more about what higher education involves, how long it lasts, the qualifications offered, where you can go and how to apply?

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Student finance explained

Note: best viewed using Google Chrome

Check out other videos from Student Finance, find out about HE opendays on our events calendar and for a more detailed (one hour) explanation, watch the MoneySavingExpert.com video - it explains the amount individual students get and how the loan repayment works for individuals.

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UniFAQs 2021 cover UniFAQS - entry 2021 frequently asked questions about higher education - published March 2020 - it contains information about higher education qualifications, who can go, where you can go, how to choose the right course, finance and how to apply

Visit the UCAS (Universities and Colleges Admissions Service) website to see the full range of information on courses, including entry requirements and how to apply. Look in events on UCAS for information about open days
Find out about fees, loans and money for study using the Student Finance England's finance guide and check out what you are entitled to using the Student Finance Calculator. Check out the web links under More to explore on the right
Looking for a scholarship or bursary? Find out who's offering funding, including the NHS Learner Support Fund
Students with special educational needs or disabilities may be able to receive Disabled Students Allowances (DSAs). Advice on higher education for students with disabilities, as well as many other things, is available from the Disabled Students helpline run by Disability Rights UK, which also provides an email advice service
If you have claimed asylum in the UK, find out about a range of help on the Student Action for Refugees (STAR) website
Thinking of studying technology, science, engineering, business or finance? Research a year in industry before or during your course
Most students study full-time but it is possible to study part-time, including learning at home, for example with the Open University
Thinking of applying for Oxford or Cambridge - tips on Oxbridge interviews and in this video

Timing is important. Not sure when to start?

Our Year 13 considering HE calendar will help you start planning and make sure you don't miss out (37kb PDF)
Want to delay going to uni? Check out Gap Year options
Discover Uni is a government funded website to help you decide if uni is right for you and allow you to compare courses