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23 February
University applications rise linked to recession
Stiff Competition For Places This Year.
by SoftwareGuru
Thursday 19th February 2009
UCAS applications for the academic year 2009/2010 are in and they reveal a big increase of almost 8% up on last year.
So why is this?
Perhaps secondary school pupils realise that in the current economic climate, there is even less chance of getting a job directly after secondary school and are therefore seeking relevant degrees to boost their career prospects.
Alternatively, it could be argued that more so than ever before, secondary school pupils see University life as a convenient three to four year delay in having to get a job and start their career proper.
It may be a little of both. Either way, applications have risen substantially and competition for places will be even tougher than usual.
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Escaping The Recession.
For parents advising their children as to their possible future careers, more consideration appears to have been given this time around to jobs in the public sector.
This is not surprising given the cost of a three year degree and consequently, training degree applications in this area have risen.
Applications for nursing rose by 16.7%, education degrees by 10.7% and teacher training by 3.7%. It is believed that people are opting for "safer" jobs outside business and commerce.
Domestic currency weakness has contributed to the rise in applications also with more oversees students now seeing the UK as an affordable option.
Students who fail to achieve their projected grades this year are less likely to find a place through the clearing process.
Considering the emotion and drama that surrounds the exam result season, along with the scramble for university and college places, prospective students must carefully consider whether the true cost of their degree is also worth the financial burden.
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Begin Planning Now.
For students hoping to go to university this year, the exam season will seem like a lifetime away.
The reality is that the next four months will fly by.
Whether a student is studying for Highers or A-Levels, the results will play a large role in the opportunities available.
Making use of as many resources as possible can help students along the way. Thanks to Microsoft and Software4Students, you can even get hold of the latest educational and office software for home use at extremely low prices.
So whether it's something simple like making use of Vista's Windows Calendar (I'd struggle to stay organised now without it) or using OneNote and Word 2007 to prepare exam revision ready notes - every little advantage helps.
Laying strong foundations now will give students a quiet self-confidence come exam time. As the motto goes, 'Be Prepared.'
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