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Choosing between different universities
Choosing a university Jonathan Tinnacher Choosing a university Jonathan Tinnacher

Choosing between different universities

Every so often I come across questions that challenge my assumptions about the university applications process.

Right now, loads of students are receiving their offers and starting to make firm and insurance decisions. Meanwhile, there are parents out there asking questions online that make me realise just how much I take for granted, having worked in the university sector for so long (30 years and counting…)

One question on a parents facebook group that has surprised me most in recent weeks has been a parent asking for thoughts on choosing between Loughborough and Nottingham Trent.

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10 ways to work out if a university and course is the right fit for you
Choosing a course, Choosing a university Jonathan Tinnacher Choosing a course, Choosing a university Jonathan Tinnacher

10 ways to work out if a university and course is the right fit for you

Choosing a course and a university is a tricky business.

In this back-to-basics article, I suggest ten things that you should definitely be thinking about as you make your choices.

From campus life to teaching style, accommodation, cost of living and careers, we look at the essentials of finding your best fit course.

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