How to find the right course for you

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A lot of people see university, college or language school as a few years of study, and figure that they’ll be able to just get through it and then move on with their lives. However, what some people neglect to consider is the fact that whatever they study will most likely be linked to the career they end up with for the rest of their lives. Finding your passion can help unlock your dream job and really change the rest of your life.

The following tips can help you find the right course for you –

1. Ask yourself why you are studying

Are you studying to better yourself, explore your interest, or to just get ahead in your career? The answer to this could have a huge effect on the courses you pick.

2. Look around

While you can read reviews and explore courses online, nothing can really help you pick a school and a course like visiting the university or college, talking to people, and soaking up the atmosphere.

3. Pay attention to details

Pay special attention to course details. Check the details of the courses to make sure it’s right for you.

4. Consider study locations

This could mean finding somewhere close to home, or further afield, and think about issues like if you want to be in a big city or a smaller town. These things matter to your overall experience.

5. Look into the lecturers

These people will be in charge of your education, so knowing their level of expertise, and their specific areas of work or research can help give you a much better insight for the course.

6. Try and get a scholarship

You can enjoy a lot more freedom in terms of university and programs if you have the comfort of a scholarship. Pay attention to the scholarships available for courses you want to study.

7. Check the career prospects

Universities often public the rates of employment for former students, so you can assess which schools, departments and courses have the best prospects for your future.

8. Be practical

Learn more about matters like accommodation and transport, which sound like small issues, but can have a huge effect on how you study and live at university.

9. Focus on what’s important to you

It’s so easy to get carried away by what your friends like in a university or some amazing statistics. A university that ranks lower than others may be the best choice for you in terms of courses or location, while some rural universities may be more appealing than party-oriented ones to other students. Pick what matters to you, and don’t be swayed by others.

10. Check support networks

When you move somewhere new, it’s worth checking out if social activities are organised at first, and if mental health and well-being support as well as on-site medical facilities are available too. Hopefully, you’ll never need to use them, but picking a course with these amenities nearby is always a good idea.

Choosing a right course for yourself seems like a major choice, and it is definitely something you need to take seriously, try to relax, and remember that you can always change your mind if something really doesn’t work out. If you would like Ofgad to help you in deciding which subject, course, type, place and mode of study to choose from and guarantee you an offer from a UK university, college or language school, then send us your interest. We’ll consult with you to find right courses for yourself.

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