Ucas Dates to Remember

Well, it's currently Half Term and our summer term is nearly here.

For any upper sixth students who have just left college this past week- here are some important dates for you regarding your UCAS application.

http://www.ucas.ac.uk/students/importantdates

6 June 2013	If we receive all decisions from your universities/colleges by 9 May, you need to reply to any offers by this date (unless you are applying through Extra). If we don't receive your replies, we will decline your offers on your behalf.
27 June 2013	If we receive all decisions from your universities or colleges by 7 June, you need to reply to any offers by this date (unless you are applying through Extra). If we don't receive your replies, we will decline the offers on your behalf.
30 June 2013	If you send your application to us by this date, we will send it to your chosen universities and colleges. If we receive your application after this date, you'll be entered into Clearing. More about Clearing
3 July 2013	Last date to apply through Extra.
18 July 2013	If you applied by 30 June and are waiting for decisions, universities and colleges need to send us their decisions by this date. If they don't, we will make any outstanding choices unsuccessful on their behalf.
25 July 2013	If we receive all decisions from your universities/colleges by 18 July, you need to reply to any offers by this date (this includes if you are applying through Extra). If we don't receive your replies, we will decline your offers on your behalf. This is the last date to make changes to your replies.
6 August 2013	SQA results are published and the Scottish Clearing vacancy information service starts. More about Clearing
15 August 2013	GCE and Advanced Diploma results are published and the full Clearing vacancy information service starts. More about Clearing Adjustment opens for registration. More about Adjustment
31 August 2013	Adjustment closes.
20 September 2013	Last date we will accept applications for courses starting in 2013.
30 September 2013	The Clearing vacancy search is closed after this date. You should contact universities direct to discuss vacancies. Clearing choices can still be added in Track.
22 October 2013	Last date to add a Clearing choice. This is the last date a university or college can accept an applicant in Clearing. Thanks Samantha Forsyth

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Check out the Moving On magazine for careers and qualifications for the article on CV writing.

Come to the Futures for a CV workshop or look on the National Career Service website for their CV builder

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Just thought I would do my first post for the blog with a great link to a research tool helping you find out what jobs would interest you.  Seems that researching the labour market (what jobs are what and what's involved, salary, popularity and how to ultimately get it), is really important nowadays to find that perfect position

Take a look and see what you think:

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How to get the most out of University Open Days

Visiting universities is essential if you want to make the right choice for you!

Everyone's tastes and opinions are different and this is why it is important you check out the universities that interest you, to decide if this is right for you.

What happens on an Open Day?

You will be shown around, and you can look at the facilities such as accommodation. Usually at an Open Day, you will be guided by current students, which will give you a good opportunity to speak to someone about their experiences of this university. 

*TOP TIP* - Ask questions! This will help you understand what it is really like to study/ live there and ensure you make the right choice when choosing which university you'd like to apply to!

Plan the day

Universities tend to publish what is happening on the open day on their website- check this out before you go. 

Some universities ask you to register before you visit (as there can be a limit of numbers). 

Otherwise, make sure you pick up a guide on arrival and plan which buildings / accommodation you'd like to see and what subject areas you'd like to visit. 

Make sure you plan enough time to get there and think about whether you want to go alone or take someone else along with you. Just remember this is YOUR decision. 

Make the most of the day by seeing everything you need, to make an informed decision regarding your future intentions. 

*TOP TIP* Make a note of questions you have! E.G. about the course/s you're interested in or accommodation/ finance questions.  Write down your observations to remind you of what you thought later. 

After the Open Day- what now?

Look back at your thoughts and reflect on the day.. 

For example:

Can you see yourself studying there?

Did the course really interest you?

How was the accommodation?

If you have more questions or you have questions you forgot to ask- give the student recruitment office a call. They will be more than happy to help!

When are the Open Days?

You can find out when these are by looking on the individual websites of each University, or look through their current prospectus. 

Alternatively UCAS has a page showing all open day information at

www.ucas.com/choosingcourses/choosinguni/opendays 

Another great website is http://www.opendays.com 

Blackpool Sixth Form has organised its own range of visits, which you can see in the last blog. 

It is important you really think about the universities you'd wish to apply for. 

* Reminder* You can apply for 5 different universities through UCAS - please choose 5 you would happily attend. 

As always if you need help and guidance deciding on University, please come and see the Futures Team. 

Thank you 

Sam Forsyth 

sforsyth@blackpoolsixth.ac.uk

Open Days at Universities

Hi everyone

Our Upper Sixth students go on study leave next week- so we wish you all lots of luck on your summer exams and look forward to seeing where you are all headed in your futures.

It's also that time of year when our Lower Sixth students begin to decide on what option will be best for them for when they leave college in 2014.

it is important to go and have a look around Universities to keep this in mind as one of your options for when you leave college...

The college is putting on Trips for students to particular Universities, so if you'd like to go on any of these, please go and see Student finance in Ribble Building, to obtain a Permission Letter.
Each trip costs £5.00 Each.


The trips are: 


Tuesday 18th June- Leeds University 
Wednesday 19th June- Manchester Metropolitan University 

Friday 21st June- Liverpool University/ Manchester University 

Tuesday 25th June- Lancaster University 
Wednesday 26th June- Huddersfield University 

If you'd like any further information, as always please come and see the Futures Team in the
 Fyi Express or Victoria Sharp (Ucas Administrator). 

Thank you Sam Forsyth


Next blog, will give you tips and advice on how to get the most from a University Open Day. 

Our New Blog...

Hi Everyone


Welcome to the first blog by the Futures Team at the Blackpool Sixth Form.


Here you will be able to find up to date Careers Advice and Guidance, together with job vacancies and any other information regarding your future prospects.


Check back for all updated information.


If you'd like a Futures appointment please email sforsyth@blackpoolsixth.ac.uk

Or drop in to the fyi express to make an appointment. Open 8-4pm

Thank you

Sam Forsyth