Finding out more and applying |
If you think an access course is the right route for you, get in touch with your local college or LearnDirect on 0800 100 900. They have all the information you need and can point you towards the nearest course that's right for you. Or try the UCAS access course search.
If you're thinking about going on to study a higher education course, you'll need to get your application in up to a year ahead of when you want to start. This might even be before you begin an access course!
Your careers adviser or access course tutors can help you complete the form, write your personal statement and help with references. Normally, you'll need to send your application to UCAS between September 1 and January 15 before the September in which you want to begin studying. This means you'll need to research courses well before then. UCAS will confirm that they have received your application, and forward it to each university or college you've applied to. You'll usually be called for interview and will receive offers around May. It's then up to you to choose!
If you're applying for a part-time or flexible learning course, apply directly to the college or university. They will have their own application form that you'll need to request and complete. It will follow much the same format as the UCAS form: you'll need to complete your personal details, explain why you want to study the course you have chosen and provide a reference. Once again, a careers adviser can help.
You will need to check with the university or college for application deadlines as these can vary. Usually though, applications can be made later than through UCAS.
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