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UCAS Applications 2013 – 2014

UCAS Applications 2013 – 2014. St Ninian’s High School. 2012 – 2013 Statistics. Consider the following. The number of East Renfrewshire students going to University is c.20% above the Scottish average

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UCAS Applications 2013 – 2014

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  1. UCAS Applications 2013 – 2014 St Ninian’s High School

  2. 2012 – 2013 Statistics

  3. Consider the following • The number of East Renfrewshire students going to University is c.20% above the Scottish average • The number of St Ninian’s students going to University is above the East Renfrewshire average • Within 2 years of starting University the numbers of East Renfrewshire students still studying is close to the Scottish average

  4. Possible Conclusions • East Renfrewshire students overachieve at school • Many go to University straight from school when it may not be the most appropriate route for them • Many go to University to study subjects for which they may be unsuited or choose subjects about which they have little knowledge • Many students have difficulty developing the skills required for University study

  5. The purpose of tonight’s meeting • To help parents assist our students to make a more informed decision about post school route • To give parents information on UCAS process, especially how they can work with us • To inform parents of school deadlines

  6. Ongoing Support • Talk on induction day about options post school • UCAS Training Sessions – how to write personal statements – post school day & in PSHE • University Talks – September / October – range of Universities –Release for Open Days • Meetings with Pastoral Teachers • UCAS Information nights • Mock interviews where appropriate

  7. Fewer places Restructuring / less choice P L A C E S Funding cuts Higher entry grades sought More competition Adult / foreign competition Job insecurity

  8. Unemployment causing people to try to enhance their skills / knowledge base • Value attributed to a UK degree • Society’s perception that a university degree is a ‘must have’ • “Grade Inflation” • Recession leading to return to education to develop skills and employability

  9. S5 attainment is often not enough, Universities increasingly want to see progress in S6 • Higher Education is now a “buyers’ market ” – several Univs did not enter clearing in 2011 or 2012. • Candidates need to focus clearly on what they want to do and why • Personal statements are becoming more important for some courses eg Teaching Nursing Law Consequences of these pressures

  10. December 19 2013 December 16 2013 Oct / Nov 2013

  11. Factors to consider.

  12. Structure of Personal Statement • Introduction – whydo you want to go to University • Why do you want to study that particular subject • What ACADEMIC SKILLS do you have • How do these relate to your intended course • REFLECTION NOT NARRATIVE • NOT A LIST OF EXAM RESULTS

  13. Personal Attributes • Universities consistently tell us and our S6 students that they are looking for people who • Are clear about their proposed course of study • Have demonstrated an ability to organise and learn independently • will contribute to University • show initiative and creativity at school and in personal lives

  14. Academic Skills and Attainments

  15. These are illustrative examples only and do not constitute the full range of subjects taken in this school. Communication Skills

  16. Academic Skills and Attainments

  17. These are illustrative examples only and do not constitute the full range of subjects taken in this school Analysis and Problem Solving

  18. Personal Skills and Attributes

  19. How can you help • Know what your son or daughter is applying to study • Help them to set realistic goals • Be aware of different course structures and contents • Read personal statements – does it reflect your son / daughter’s achievements • Does the personal statement relate to their proposed course • Be aware of the deadlines set by the school and by UCAS and nag them to work on personal statement / UCAS form • Be aware of any tests for which they need to register and ensure that they have done so and school informed • Eg LNAT ELAT BMAT etc • If any problems contact DHT / Pastoral Support ASAP

  20. Ensure that they have or are potentially able to achieve the grades required and that they have the subjects needed • ensure that the personal statement is appropriate http://www.educationscotland.gov.uk/parentzone/yourchildatschool/transitions/leavingschool/highereducation.asp www.gla.ac.ukwww.strath.ac.uk www.gcu.ac.ukwww.dundee.ac.uk www.st-andrews.ac.ukwww.ed.ac.uk www.hw.ac.ukwww.abdn.ac.uk

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