Good Universities Guide 5.1

Published in spring and autumn, the Good Universities Guide is a multi-media directory of universities throughout the UK and an invaluable aid for students seeking to choose the right course and source the right university.

Deciding on the perfect course, city and campus is no mean feat. Our guide to universities is here to help students make the right choices.

Editorial
As students begin this stage of their educational journey, there are a multitude of factors to consider. To make it easy for them, we have split our Good Universities Guide into chapters covering topics that include: choosing a university, open days, writing a personal statement and the facts on funding and living expenses. Our features are written by leading educationalists, headmasters, headmistresses and academics who are experts and highly experienced in the field of further education.

Spring Issue Features
How to choose a university – the main considerations
Timeline – the later years’ educational journey from GSCEs through to A levels/IB/Pre-U, gap years through to first job offer post graduation
Open days
Writing your personal statement – all you need to know
Preparing for university at sixth form
How to budget for university – facts on funding
Student accommodation
Student life – explaining student unions, student discounts, societies etc.
Results day and advice on clearing
Gap years
Studying abroad