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'The book is a genuine catch-all, providing useful information to everyone who’ll need it. [It is] refreshingly streamlined and accessible, using very little jargon and separates each section into small, easy-to-read blocks.'Jiggy, Student E-zine.

This book, packed with all the latest information and advice, takes you step-by-step through choosing your subject, selecting the right university, completing the UCAS application form and going through the university admissions process.

Guidance on writing your personal statement and preparing for interviews - with real examples of personal statements is included. Its easy-to-read style also takes you through the fine details of finance, deferred entry and the UCAS tariff.

You'll also find information on viewing universities, student accommodation (campus or central?) and comparing universities.
Applying to University – The Essential Guide prepares students, parents and advisors for each stage of the university application process.

Sections for parents are included, and the guide can be used as a teacher resource.

Includes timetable of dates which stay the same every year.

Chapter Headings

• Introduction
• Looking and Planning Ahead
• Deciding Which Subject to Study
• Choosing Your Universities
• Your UCAS Application
• Writing Your Personal Statement
• Examples of Personal Statements
• Deferred Entry - Taking a Gap Year
• Interviews and Offers
• Getting Your Results
• Thinking About Money
• Help List

Applying to University The Essential Guide Expert/Press Reviews

'This book is packed with all the latest information and advice on applying for university. Includes guidance on writing personal statements and appearing for interviews, finance, deferred entry and the UCAS tariff.' Insight Magazine (DAISY version of the book)

'This is an excellent, user-friendly and easy-to-read book, which guides students, parents and teachers through the complete process of applying to university. Not only does it deal with the actual application procedure from start to finish but it gives support and guidance on related issues such as deciding whether to study in your home town or move away, student loans and maintenance grants and electing to choose a gap year.'Julia Bairstow, parentingwithouttears.com.

'Applying to University - The Essential Guide helps take the stress out of the equation...This book doesn't just help students choose subjects and select universities. Its easy-to-read style also covers what to do if your results are lower than expected...and how to defer your entry.'All Together Now magazine

Author Information

Applying to University - The Essential Guide is written by Anne Coates, a writer, editor and journalist. Anne writes for the national press and women's magazines, specialising in health, parenting and education issues. In 2007, she founded the website Parenting Without Tears. Anne has been the chair of governors at her local school and gives career talks on working in the media. Her daughter is at university.

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