Is university for me?

We think so - more than a million people are in higher education in universities and colleges in the UK.

Students using computersAnd they study in different ways - full-time, part-time or while they're working.

Students come from diverse backgrounds, age ranges and ethnic origins - one thing we can guarantee is you'll meet lots of interesting people.

Benefits of university

There are many reasons why people choose higher education:

  • increased job prospects
  • greater financial reward
  • studying a subject which fascinates you in greater depth
  • doing something entirely new
  • to gain skills and experiences which last a lifetime.

Research what's right for you

But you do need to make careful choices - universities can be very different. It’s important you find the one that suits you. Through research and visiting the ones you like the sound of, you’ll get a feel for the place itself and if you’ll be comfortable studying there.

 

A Student Says...

Gemma Hemmingway ‘At sixth form I researched my future and university seemed the way forward. It was.’

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