How to Choose an University (UK)

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How to Choose an University (UK)
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Make sure that you start early enough.
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Decide if you want to do a distance learning
course (such as Open University).
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Location, location, location.
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Decide if you would prefer to stay close to home,
or to look further afield.
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Decide if you would like to be full-time or
part-time.
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Narrow down your search by finding which
universities offer your course.
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If you want to do a specific career, check that
the course is accredited by the relevant
organisation (for example the British
Psychological Society) - their website should
have a list of courses they accredit.
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Check that the grades required match with your
ability level.
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Visit the university websites and read about
your courses, the city/town and the social life.
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Go to an Open Day at the universities you are
interested in.
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If you are not able to attend Open Days (for
example, if you are an international student),
contact course coordinators and lecturers by
phone or e-mail.
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Choose a university with good research and
teaching reputation.
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Speak to students who already study there or read
an alternative guide
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