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   HIGHER EDUCATION RESOURCES & LINKS
University Applications
UCAS Processes applications to all UK Universities. Very large site with many useful guides.
CAO Processes applications to all Irish universities. Full handbook containing all information can be downloaded from this site. Online applications also made from CAO site.
Qualifax Database of all courses available in the Republic of Ireland.
The Student Room Online forum by students for prospective students.
Teaching
St. Mary’s College All applications direct to the college. Other courses available at various UK universities. Apply via UCAS
Nursing
QUB Nursing All applications direct to the college
( Nursing degree also available at University of Ulster - apply via UCAS )
Financial Support Downloadable brochure which explains options.
Social Work
NISCC Website This site provides a very good introduction to this career. Lots of useful links and documents which can be downloaded.
Special Personal Statement Document explaining issues to be raised in the extra Personal Statement for Social Work.
Application Guides
 Personal Statements 
  • A beginners guide to the task.
     Interviews 
  • Survival Guide     - The basics of interview preparation and behaviour.
  • Teacher Training     - Important points to be considered before interview.
  • Biomedical Courses     -     An online forum on the interview. Might be worth a look to find out types of questions.
  • Admissions Forum     -     Another online forum about interviews for medicine, dentistry, veterinary and other courses.
  • Oxbridge     - Cambridge offers very good advice including a booklet to download and a video to view. Click here for the site. Oxford offers advice here.
    Finance
    Student Finance N.I. The agency which processes all applications for loans or grants. Apply online or download an application form.
    Student Loans Company Collects repayments after graduation.
    Scholarship Search Search engine for scholarships and bursaries.
    Review of New Fees Comprehensive article on the effects of changes to fee structure in 2006. Everyone should read this before choosing a university.
    Oxbridge
    Oxbridge Applications : An Introduction A summary of the application process.
    Cambridge Admissions Official university site. Lots of very useful advice on applications, entrance exams and interviews. Now featuring a video on interviews. Application form can be downloaded. Highly recommended.
    Oxford Admissions Official university site. Advice and information on all aspects of the application process.
    The Student Room : Oxbridge Online forum by students with advice for prospective students.
    A Possible Application Strategy Article describing one method to increase chance of securing a place at Oxbridge.
    Aptitude Tests
    UKCAT For Biomedical courses at many universities .
    BMAT For Biomedical courses in several universities .
    HPAT For Health Professional courses at U.U.
    LNAT For Law courses in several universities.
    General University Resources

    Active Map of UK Universities Extremely useful site. Click on the map to see university locations. Then click on a university name to access a wealth of information. Well worth exploring.

    Teaching Quality Information Brings together key sources of official information about the quality of higher education in UK universities and colleges.
    Quality Assurance Agency Assesses the quality of university courses in the UK. Worth checking to make sure that your chosen university department is up to scratch.
    Unistats Excellent website which enables quick comparison between universities. Features include entry points required, percentage graduate employment and student satisfaction.
    Times Good University Guide Publishes university performance tables. Overall or subject specific ratings available .
    Open Days Search for Open Day dates at any UK university.
    Prospects
    This is a careers website for university students but well worth a visit to explore some very important features.
    What do graduates do ? A breakdown of the employment destinations for graduates in each subject.
    How much will I earn ? Find out how much salary you can expect after graduating.
    Study abroad
    Australia & New Zealand The StudyOptions website lists available courses and how to apply.