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Surviving Freshers' Week

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Are you going to uni? n2k runs down the do's and don'ts of Freshers Week!

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Clearing

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Didn't get the results you expected? Then go through clearing!

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A-level results: what next?

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The wait is over and the results are in. Wondering where to go from here? We take a look at your options.

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Student checklist

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If you're heading to uni, make sure you're fully tooled up with our guide to the essentials...

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5 Things u need2know

  1. Taking a course at a higher education college or university can often provide you with some life changing experiences.
  2. Higher education courses are generally above the standard of A Levels or National Vocational Qualification (NVQ) Level 3. They include Higher National Diplomas, Foundation Degrees, ordinary and honours degree courses and postgraduate courses.
  3. When searching for a course, find out what will give you a head start when trying to get a foothold in your chosen career.
  4. You will need to decide if you are willing to travel or relocate to a university town. While some people prefer a distance-learning course, others prefer to travel and learn at the same time.
  5. The Universities Central Admissions Service (or UCAS) enables UK students to apply for full-time courses around the country. For part-time courses, contact the college or university direct.

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