The Uni Guide Podcast

In this episode, Jon and Tim invite special guest Chris Rogers, Student Recruitment and Outreach Manager at the University of Chichester, into the expert seat.

We take a comprehensive look at the university application journey. Embarking on the journey to university opens up a world of opportunities, but the path can sometimes seem daunting. In this episode, we delve deep into the intricacies of university applications, equipping both students and their support systems with valuable insights and strategies.

Join us as we demystify the entire process, from understanding the fundamental components of a university application to mastering the art of personal statements. We'll leave no stone unturned, addressing key questions and areas including:

• What essentials do students need when applying to universities?
• Unravelling the mystery of UCAS: what it is and why it matters.
• The five-choice dilemma: navigating university options effectively.
• Applying directly to universities - can students do it?
• Cracking the code of application deadlines: does the early bird catch the admission worm?
• The significance of university fairs and events in shaping applications.
• Crafting brilliance: Top-tier tips for composing compelling personal statements.
• Missed the UCAS deadline? What are the next steps and potential remedies.
• Decoding the UCAS equal consideration deadline: what it means for in-year university applications.
• A collaborative approach: how parents and teachers can provide unwavering support to aspiring university students. Including tips for teachers and careers colleagues making university references.
• Peering into the future: an overview of the changes on the horizon for personal statements and the 2025 intake.

Whether you're a student gearing up for the application process or a parent/teacher seeking to guide and empower, this episode is your compass. Join us as we unravel the tapestry of university applications, offering wisdom, strategies, and a glimpse into what's on the horizon.

Students, Parents, Carers and Teachers - please access these FREE resources:

The Students' Guide to University Brochure

The Parents’ Guide to University Brochure

The Teachers' Guide to University Brochure

University Jargon Buster

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In this episode, Jon and Tim invite two special guests from two different universities into the expert seat for a session that provides explosive career advice for students!

Hannah Allison, Careers Widening Participation Manager at Lancaster University, and Matthew Howard, Deputy Head of Student Careers at the University of Leeds, are leaders in the university careers space.

We discuss why careers support at university is important, what support is offered, the additional assistance provided for students from underrepresented backgrounds at university, subject-specific careers support, how to plan for careers at university if you know your intended future job, and what to do if you don't.

Listen out for loads of career terms and definitions, including 121 appointments, enterprise qualifications, mentoring, internships, placements, networking, volunteering, the value of LinkedIn at university, peer mentoring, alumni links, careers fairs, how vacancies are advertised, and even career modules that can be included as part of a course, including employability skills awards.

Hannah and Matthew also reflect on the career advice they were offered, what they wish they were told, and more. This is 40 minutes of career gold dust.

Students, Parents, Carers and Teachers - please access these FREE resources:

The Students' Guide to University Brochure

The Parents’ Guide to University Brochure

The Teachers' Guide to University Brochure

University Jargon Buster

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In this episode, Jon and Tim invite their most athletic* guest so far: Chris Mullen, Education Liaison Manager at Edge Hill University into the expert seat (*our evidence is that Chris's Dad was a professional footballer, and Chris studied a sports degree!!). Join us as we discuss the importance of making option choices and their role in university entry.

We delve into various option choices, including the role of GCSEs, A-Levels, BTECs, and T-Levels when it comes to university entry. We even throw in a sporting game for some fun!

Reflecting on Chris's option choices, we explore the significance of GCSEs for university applications and how post-16 option choices like A-Levels play a crucial role. Additionally, we delve into the role of post-16 option choices for certain university subjects - for example, how Biology is essential for Physiotherapy studies, who knew?

We even get a bit controversial while reflecting on whether schools provide enough guidance to students seeking university-ready choices.

Additionally, we discuss a highly useful resource for students making option choices - The Informed Choices Website - https://www.informedchoices.ac.uk/. Check it out!

Students, Parents, Carers and Teachers - please access these FREE resources:

The Parents’ Guide to University Brochure

The Teachers' Guide to University Brochure

The Students' Guide to University Brochure

University Jargon Buster

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Universities understand the importance of reaching out to schools and colleges beyond their immediate vicinity. In this podcast episode, we explore the rise and rise of regional university representation with special guest Dylan Cozens, Regional Director, UK and Europe at Coventry University. Dylan is also a School Governor so brings this experience to the podcast as well.

We talk about university events widely, such as open days and then focus on regional university representation. Not sure what regional advisers are? Well, they often live in the areas they support, offering several other advantages, including reduced travel time and a smaller carbon footprint for school visits. Regional advisers also possess a deep understanding of students and communities, providing a broader range of universities to consider and connect with, to support students to make informed decisions about their future destinations.

Students, Parents, Carers and Teachers - please access these FREE resources designed to help you support young people making university decisions:

The Parents’ Guide to University Brochure

The Teachers' Guide to University Brochure

The Students' Guide to University Brochure

University Jargon Buster

Our website dedicated to university events:

University events for schools and outreach opportunities | Uni Taster Days

Produced by Tim Roe for UniTasterDays.

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This episode comes with a clear warning to all listeners... You will find the content informative and inspirational. Especially if you're applying to study medicine at university, or if you're supporting a student who is thinking of doing so.

In this episode Jon and Tim are delighted to welcome back a familiar student voice on the pod, Leah Brooks (4th year Medical student at the University of Sheffield) to share her open and honest journey about how she accessed Medicine at university, what the experience has been like, as well as looking ahead to her very bright future as a Doctor.

Expect advice and guidance on applying to medicine, how you can support a young person doing so and also how students can receive support from contextual offers, to mental health support to handy free resources and tips.

Students, Parents, Carers and Teachers - Please access these FREE resources designed to help you support young people making university decisions:

The Parents’ Guide to University Brochure

The Teachers' Guide to University Brochure

The Students' Guide to University Brochure

University Jargon Buster

Medicine Resources

You can follow Leah on Social @wellnessmedic

Future Frontline

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Roll-up! Roll-up! Young and old....for all the fun of the fair....University fairs that is.

In this pod, Jon and Tim welcome special guest Andy Jackson (Recruitment Events Manager, University of South Wales and HELOA Vice-Chair) to explore everything about this special type of university event and how they can support you when making decisions about university.

Tune in to hear from our amazing and fresher-faced student panellists, Leah Brooks and Emma Berwick as they provide tips alongside their reflections on university fairs which sparks a debate between Andy and Jon on how to get the most out of this exciting experience with advice and guidance.

Students, Parents, Carers and Teachers - Please access these FREE resources designed to help you support young people making university decisions:

The Parents’ Guide to University Brochure

The Teachers' Guide to University Brochure

The Students' Guide to University Brochure

University Jargon Buster

Our website dedicated to university events:

University events for schools and outreach opportunities | Uni Taster Days

Produced by Tim Roe for UniTasterDays.

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What do Leonardo Di Vinci, Elvis, Benjamin Franklin and Billy Connolly all have in common? Well, they all served as an apprenticeship at one point before they found their callings.

In this episode, Jon and Tim welcome guest Karen Hinton (Associate Director of Marketing at the University of Suffolk) to explore and discuss degree apprenticeships, a higher education pathway which can provide an alternative to a traditional university degree.

Tune in to as we explore the pros and cons of this qualification, why they are becoming so popular with employers and young people. As well as advice and guidance when you are looking into degree apprenticeships, or supporting a person who is!

Students, Parents, Carers and Teachers - Please access these FREE resources designed to help you support young people making university decisions:

The Parents’ Guide to University Brochure

The Teachers' Guide to University Brochure

The Students' Guide to University Brochure

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In this episode, Jon and Tim cover a topic which is very close to their hearts, the Uni Connect Programme. To do so, they invite friend, special guest and Uni Connect oracle Dr Hannah Merry, from the Higher Horizons Uni Connect network, to discuss a national outreach programme that consists of 29 regional partnerships across England.

Tune in to find out how this programme has engaged and supported over 1 million young people since 2017, from breath taking stats to tear-jerking inspirational stories of support and educational achievement.

Students, Parents, Carers and Teachers - Please access these FREE resources designed to help you support young people making university decisions:

The Parents’ Guide to University Brochure

The Teachers' Guide to University Brochure

The Students' Guide to University Brochure

University Jargon Buster

Uni Connect locations - Office for Students (ofsuniconnect.org)

Our website dedicated to university events:

University events for schools and outreach opportunities | Uni Taster Days

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Jon and Tim are joined by Kate Nelson from Teesside University to explore why parental and guardian engagement is so important in supporting young people with university decisions.

Along the way, our two proud parents, Jon and Kate, will be battling it out to provide you, the listener, with top tips and key areas of conversation when engaging in university discussions. As well as information and support for students and school colleagues. Who knows, Jon may get his hands on the prize that has eluded him for several episodes...

Students, Parents, Carers and Teachers - Please access these FREE resources designed to help you support young people making university decisions:

The Parents’ Guide to University Brochure

The Teachers' Guide to University Brochure

The Students' Guide to University Brochure

University Jargon Buster

Our website dedicated to university events:

University events for schools and outreach opportunities | Uni Taster Days

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In this episode, Jon and Tim invite special guest, Jonathan Atkinson-White (University of Liverpool) to explore the most attended university event - university open days.

Tune in to find out how open days benefit students and how these experiences can help parents and teachers to support young people with their university decisions as well. Along the way, you'll hear from our student panellists: Leah and Nuku, as they reflect on their recent lived experience of attending such events with hints and tips on how to prepare.

Students, Parents, Carers and Teachers - Please access these FREE resources designed to help you support young people making university decisions:

The Parents’ Guide to University Brochure

The Teachers' Guide to University Brochure

The Students' Guide to University Brochure

Our website dedicated to university events:

University events for schools and outreach opportunities | Uni Taster Days

Produced by Tim Roe for UniTasterDays.

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