University Course Selection Process
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Choose Courses
Research and select university courses that match your interests and strengths
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Maximise
Chances
Strengthen your application with personal statements and interview preparation
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Next stage
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Apply
Submit applications through UCAS and meet all deadlines
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Post-Application
Respond to offers and prepare for accommodation and finances

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Three Key Factors When Choosing Courses

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Your Interest in the Subject

  • You'll achieve better grades in subjects you enjoy.
  • Genuine interest sustains motivation throughout your degree.
Click for tip ↓ Review the detailed course content and modules before applying. Look beyond the course title to understand what you'll actually be studying day-to-day.
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Career Relevance

  • Verify the course provides skills for your target career.
  • Some careers need specific degrees, others value transferable skills.
Click for tip ↓ Check university employment statistics for the course and research what recent graduates have gone on to do with their degrees.
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Academic Eligibility

  • Check entry requirements match your academic profile.
  • Use the offer database to see the actual grades needed to get in.
Click for tip ↓ Apply to a range of universities with varying entry requirements and check both standard and contextual offer information if applicable to your circumstances.
Academic & Career Tools

Is This Subject Right for You?

Practical ways to assess your genuine interest

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    Watch Sample Lectures

    Search for university lectures on YouTube from top professors in the field. If you find yourself engaged and wanting to learn more even after 20-30 minutes, that's a positive sign. Try watching lectures on different topics within the subject to see which areas interest you most.

  • 2

    Read Beyond Requirements

    Do you naturally read articles, books or watch videos related to this subject in your free time? Genuine interest often leads to voluntary learning. Try following relevant accounts on social media or subscribing to a podcast in the field for a few weeks and see if you look forward to new content.

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    Try Practical Applications

    Find small projects, problems, or activities related to the subject that you can try yourself. For science subjects, simple experiments; for humanities, analysis or creative projects; for technical fields, basic coding or design tasks. Does the process energize you even when challenging?

  • 4

    Explore Career Pathways

    Research what a day in the life looks like for different careers in this field. Watch interviews with professionals or arrange informational interviews. Can you see yourself enjoying the typical tasks and responsibilities associated with this subject area long-term?

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    Track Your Energy Levels

    When working on this subject, do you find time passes quickly? Notice if you feel more energized after engaging with the material (even if tired) rather than drained. Struggling but still feeling motivated to continue is often a sign of genuine interest.

More in-depth resources and self-assessment tools coming soon!

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