Researching your options
Find the right university and the right course for you.
Use the UCAS website to look at course listingsÌýÌý
The course search lists all the courses on offer,Ìýand you can search according to university,ÌýsubjectÌýor location. For more tailored and personalised information, use UCAS hub to save results of different searches.Ìý
Visit university websitesÌý
You can find out what coursesÌýare availableÌýand view detailed information about the course, the modulesÌýyou can study and otherÌýoptions they may offer such as work placement years or study abroad schemes.ÌýÌý
As universities can’t host large on campus events such as open daysÌýat the moment, many areÌýrunning virtual events. These are a great way for you to connect with lecturers and other staff andÌýare the next best thing to attending an open day in person.
Most virtual events will feature videos, 360 tours and Live Chats with staff and students, covering all the topics you would want to find out about on an actual Open Day, like Student Life, Student Finance and Accommodation.Ìý
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Chat with students onlineÌý
Many universities allow you toÌýconnectÌýwith students online, either on their own website or through the UnibuddyÌýplatformÌýon theÌýUCAS website.ÌýCurrent students have been in your shoes and can offer great advice about studying, student life, accommodation and much more.ÌýÌý
Follow universities on social mediaÌý
You can find out the latest news and keep track of any important information, such asÌýwhat virtual events are upcoming by looking at social media pages.
Instagram and YouTube channelsÌýare also an excellent source of all kinds of videos – from student videos to course specific one.ÌýAnd look out forÌýlocationÌýphotosÌýand videosÌýso that you canÌýsee what the campus and surrounding area is like.ÌýÌý
Bring all your research togetherÌý
Once you’ve finished your research and you’re happy with your university and course choices, make sure that you’ve got all the information you need saved in one place. You can then bring everything together and weigh up your options before deciding on your final choices for your UCAS Application.