Guide to Applying to UK & European Colleges: Pros and Cons
Explore the benefits and drawbacks of studying abroad in the UK and Europe, including wider course selections, independence, and cultural experiences. Learn about the application process, entry requirements, and differences between UCAS and CAO. Understand the importance of research, responsibility, and potential challenges in pursuing higher education overseas.
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Name of School Applying to UK and European Colleges Name of Guidance Counsellor
Agenda Applicants Responsibilities General points regarding applying to colleges in UK & Europe Entry Requirements Application procedure
Why apply to study overseas? Pros & Cons
Pros Wider selection of courses More specialised courses Another chance to get into high demand courses Keeps options open Independence Experience another culture Know what grades you need in advance of Leaving Certificate
Cons Commitment to fully research courses Responsibility to apply in good time to meet the deadlines Course Fees (for some countries/options) Cost of living overseas/travel home Coping without immediate family/friends
UCAS Universities & Colleges Admissions Service
Differences between UCAS/CAO UCAS CAO 5 choices 4 if medicine 20 Choices (10 x level 8 and 10 x level 6/7) Up to 5 conditional offers before exams can hold 2 places 'Change of Mind' typically available from 5th of May until 1st July Offers once results known (typically August) Tariff points (see chart) No change of mind facility
UCAS Tariff Points All subjects count towards UCAS points H1 = 100 CAO points, 36 UCAS points O1 = 56 CAO points, 12 UCAS points Check entry requirements including any aptitude or admissions tests What specific subjects/grades do you need?
Applying to UCAS www.ucas.com/apply Pay fee online Educational qualifications Work Experience Up to 5 course choices Personal statement very important Reference & predicted grades from school Conditional Offers
Personal Statement 500 words Insight into your application Work experience, research, achievements, hobbies, future plans Demonstrate independent thought, understanding of why you chose these courses & are a suitable candidate
Studying Medicine All applicants must take an aptitude test e.g. UCAT test if applying to study Medicine in the UK Check NOW for aptitude test dates/entry requirements for Medicine in the U.K. www.ucat.ac.uk Apply by 15 October 2020 for 2021 entry
UCAS Conservatoires Apply by 1 October 2020 for Music courses Apply by 15 January 2021 for most dance, drama or musical theatre courses www.ucas.com/conservatoires
Tuition Fees Republic of Ireland 3,000 p.a. student registration charge Northern Ireland, Wales & England 6,000-9,000 per annum (Tuition fee grants avail from Welsh Assembly) Scotland EU students currently do not pay fees
Other costs Accommodation Daily travel Food Books Airfares Medical Social life
UCAS Important Dates Apply from 1st Sept 2020 for 2021 Deadline 15thOct 2020 for Oxford and Cambridge or most courses in medicine, veterinary medicine/science & dentistry Deadline 15thJanuary 2021 for the majority of courses
More Information? www.ucas.com/undergraduate/applying- university/filling-your-ucas-undergraduate-application www.ucas.com/what-are-my-options www.ucas.com/tariff-calculator www.timeshighereducation.com/world-university- rankings
Europe Apply to programmes in Europe taught through English / another language Check entry requirements & deadlines Fees of courses often lower than Ireland & UK Universities highly ranked worldwide
Interested? Discuss with your parents/guardians Start researching courses now Apply to UCAS from 1st Sept at www.ucas.com/apply Request a reference from your school by October mid-term latest Do www.myunichoices.com career interest test
