University admissions tests, Edinburgh video diaries, plus the importance of actions and feelings.
😊 Welcome
This week we have a close look at university admissions tests, to make sure you know everything you need to know about the tests you might need to take if you are applying to university next year.
We also check out some amazing video diaries from two students at the University of Edinburgh.
And we find out the importance of both actions and feelings, and why one without the other can be a problem!
✍️ University Admissions Tests: Everything you need to know right now!
I’ll be honest. I’m not really much of a fan of admissions tests for university.
On the whole, I see them as something that gives an advantage to the wealthy and more educated families, who are able to prepare their sons and daughters for the tests, or can afford extra coaching.
In addition they come with extra costs, which can be a significant barrier for many.
I’d prefer it if universities would simplify admissions processes as far as possible, basing them on the one genuine gold standard we have in education: your school leaving qualifications.
However, university admissions tests exist, and for a number of courses and universities, they are a straightforward requirement. And so this article is designed to help you navigate your way through them, understand what they are for and how you go about taking them.
💡 Did You Know?
The University of Edinburgh has commissioned a couple of their students to make video diaries of their first year at university.
The two students, Millie and Megan, are amazingly honest and unfiltered in each of the three short videos they've made.
It's a must-see for anyone who is looking for an honest portrayal of the ups and downs of university life.
📢 Quote of the week
"Feeling without action can get us stuck, and action without feeling is a direct route towards burnout."
Saskia Van Gils
Life Coach, Yoga Teacher, Founder
You see, when you feel something, or you really want something, but you don't take action to make it happen, you'll just end up getting stuck.
But if you just take action towards something that you don't really care about, you'll just burn out, as you won't have that extra emotional energy to keep pushing you forward.
So when applying to university, it's crucial that you care about your choices, and that you are emotionally invested in them. But it's also crucial that you take action.
Your dreams won't happen all on their own!
Thanks for reading!
Jonathan
🎯 In case you missed it
📅 Next week
Coming up next week, we have something a little different.
Instead of just an article, I’ll be launching a whole suite of tools to help you write your UCAS Personal Statement.
I can’t wait to make these all available!
