The final deadline for late applications to UCAS for the 2009/10 application cycle is June 30th 2009. Universities who still have vacancies on their courses may still be able to consider you as a late applicant if you apply by this deadline.
Applications are made online via the UCAS website.
Organised by Birmingham City University, the New Generation Arts Festival champions the independent cause of showcasing the brightest emerging graduate talent in the arts world today. Taking place from 12 – 27 June 2009, events taking place will cover acting, creative writing, design, music and the visual arts. With Birmingham City University graduates at the heart of the event, it’s a fantastic opportunity for those interested in studying in one of the subject areas covered to see the high calibre of graduates we produce.
Find out more about this exciting event at the New Generation Arts Festival’s website.
One of the best ways to help you narrow down university choices is to attend university open days in advance of making your UCAS application. Open days provide the chance to talk with academic staff from courses which may interest you, see the facilities available to students and generally get a feel for where you could potentially be studying. Open days are a great opportunity to find out more information and ask any burning questions you may have that may not have been answered in the course literature, prospectus or website. It’s all about giving yourself the best chance of being in a position to make an informed decision when the time comes to complete your UCAS form.
Birmingham City University are holding open days on Friday 19th and Saturday 20th June. If you’d like to come along and find out more about the wide range of exciting courses on offer here, please visit the main website for more information and to register in advance.
If you can’t make our June events, there will be more opportunities to visit us with further Open Days on 22 and 26 August 2009 (for clearing) and 9 and 10 October 2009.
Part three of our Parents’ Guide series looks at things you’ll need to arrange before your son or daughter starts university.
Open a student bank account
Do some research into the different options and deals on offer and consider which one can offer the most to your son or daughter in the long term. Some banks offer deals like discounted travel for students which can help to save money, but always look at the wider picture to make sure that you really are getting the best deal.
Home insurance
Insuring personal possessions is important in case of accidental loss, damage or theft, as the cost of replacing valuables can be considerable in some cases. Many insurers offer specific insurance for students, but some parents opt to take out student insurance as part of their own home insurance. Take time to find out whether this could be more cost effective than taking out separate cover.
Whichever option you choose, ensure that appropriate cover is arranged before your son or daughter joins university. Consider what valuables your son and daughter intend to bring and pay attention to any specific cover requirements or additional premiums for specific items.
Continue reading Parents’ Guide | Part 3: Before your son or daughter arrives
