Preparation for the UCAS application starts in Year 12, where students are encouraged to visit University Open Days and research into different types of HE courses available. In Year 13 the students will research where to study the desired course and make their application online with ‘UCAS Apply’.
Student researches where to study
Registers online with UCAS Apply
Completes all sections of the form including ‘The Personal Statement’
Reference is added by the School
School sends form electronically to UCAS
UCAS processes form and forwards to chosen HE institution
HE institutions submit decisions
Applicant views decisions on Track
All students are given support and guidance throughout the process of their application. School Discovery Days have also been allocated to support students and visiting speakers come in to provide information about university fees and student finance.
Students can use the following websites for further guidance and support: