question about Uni's

Phate · 7 Jun 2006 at 01:35

Hi people.

basically when i did my GCSE's due to the amount going on in my life they were a flop and so therefore i got 3 C's English Lit Language and Drama.

The rest were D's and below.

Now i would love to goto Uni but I'm right in thinking i should have done A Levels etc?

or can you still goto Uni regardless?

Thanks very much in advance

Energize · 7 Jun 2006 at 01:37

A levels help you get in.

[TW]Fox · 7 Jun 2006 at 01:38

Without reasonable A levels you have very little chance of getting into a good Uni

You'll need to go and do some A levels first if you want to go to Uni.

Phate · 7 Jun 2006 at 01:40

[TW]Fox said:
You'll need to go and do some A levels first if you want to go to Uni.

bah thought as much

guess ill just stick to working then

Stellios · 7 Jun 2006 at 01:41

If you have worked in the sector your course is related to i think you can apply as a mature student, other than that its A Levels or equivalent i think. Most unis will also ask for 5 GCSEs which include Maths and English, so you may find yourself having to resit GCSE maths. A lass i know has had to take GCSE maths this year so she can get onto a foundation degree.

triggerthat · 7 Jun 2006 at 01:42

At this current point you can still go University by entering as a mature student. Obviously they want to see that you hold experience in the course you want to apply, or hold some sort of interest in the subject.

Also, watch out for your use of apostrophes.

triggerthat · 7 Jun 2006 at 01:44

Phate said:
bah thought as much

guess ill just stick to working then

lol. I cannot believe you've based your decision on that reply. There are many ways to get to university. A-Levels is just one of them.

What are you thinking of studying and where?

Phate · 7 Jun 2006 at 01:44

triggerthat said:
At this current point you can still go University by entering as a mature student.

ah really?

excellent i'll check it out.

I'm looking to do a computer course and ive been continuously employed for 2 years in the computing world so hopefully that should help.

Thanks

Phate · 7 Jun 2006 at 01:45

triggerthat said:
What are you thinking of studying and where?

check above post as to what im thinking of studying but as to where i wouldn't have a clue

Stellios · 7 Jun 2006 at 01:46

As long as you can show you know what your doing id imagine you will at least be considered if youve been in the sector for 2 years.

What course you looking at if you have one in mind?

Phate · 7 Jun 2006 at 01:49

Stellios said:
As long as you can show you know what your doing id imagine you will at least be considered if youve been in the sector for 2 years.

What course you looking at if you have one in mind?

Off hand i was thinking CAD design maybe, or something similar. But my 2 years has been mainly in computer hardware and loading software lol. but becoming CAD qualified is something i would love to do. Cisco certified has always interested me aswell but im doing a self study CCNA course anyway

triggerthat · 7 Jun 2006 at 01:50

Phate said:
ah really?

excellent i'll check it out.

I'm looking to do a computer course and ive been continuously employed for 2 years in the computing world so hopefully that should help.

Thanks

Majority of universities don't stick to their entry requirements entirely. As long as you can show that you can do the work, you are motivated and hold an interest in subject, I don't see why there should be a concern.

My university required 5 GCSEs. I have discovered that many students even have GCSE Mathematics at C or above.

Anyway, the main question is - do you see yourself benefiting from going to university? Do you have the right support? Do you live at home etc? Do some research on how to apply as a mature student.

If you need any advice or help, feel free to ask.

Phate · 7 Jun 2006 at 01:56

triggerthat said:
Ya-rly.

Where exactly are you thinking of applying?

To be honest due to recently dealing with a friend whos just done a year at uni, this is just an idea im playing with, and so frankly i wouldn't have a clue.

triggerthat said:
Anyway, the main question is - do you see yourself benefiting from going to university? Do you have the right support? Do you live at home etc? Do some research on how to apply as a mature student.

If you need any advice or help, feel free to ask.

Thanks

i can see myself benifitting from Uni, although im completely self taught and can do a lot of things i havent got any bits of paper to prove it. and college courses and that are one thing, but going to Uni would just be an unforgettable experience and would achieve a lot.

When you say the right support? what do you mean?, Yes i live at home

and i shall be doing research about being a mature student

any and all advice is always welcome

crashuk · 7 Jun 2006 at 01:57

Just go get drunk laid and then study like mad for the last month then after the 1st year party.

Stellios · 7 Jun 2006 at 01:59

Phate said:
When you say the right support? what do you mean?, Yes i live at home

Id presume he means financially and motivationally. Can yoou afford to do it and if you start the course you mentally keep your mind to it until the course is complete.

pinkacidbootson · 7 Jun 2006 at 02:01

So what happens if you get poor A-Level results such as D's? Are there lower courses you can do at Uni then build up over a few years to higher levels?

Stellios · 7 Jun 2006 at 02:03

Usually an HND/HNC or some places will accept you on a foundation degree if you fail A level. one of my mates came out with 1 A Level at C or higher i think and hes doing a foundation degree in computing.

NiCkNaMe · 7 Jun 2006 at 02:04

Yeah, you can do a foundation year that prequels actually starting the degree. So a 3 year course, becomes a four year... with the first being one that will 'bring you up to speed'.

Smithy · 7 Jun 2006 at 02:04

My mother is currently doing a degree in physiotherapy having no a-levels, and quite poor GCSE grades. Having said that she was a personal fitness trainer for 20 years and owned her own business. Still if its what you want to do then go for it.

triggerthat · 7 Jun 2006 at 02:08

Phate said:
To be honest due to recently dealing with a friend whos just done a year at uni, this is just an idea im playing with, and so frankly i wouldn't have a clue.

Thanks i can see myself benifitting from Uni, although im completely self taught and can do a lot of things i havent got any bits of paper to prove it. and college courses and that are one thing, but going to Uni would just be an unforgettable experience and would achieve a lot.

When you say the right support? what do you mean?, Yes i live at home

and i shall be doing research about being a mature student

any and all advice is always welcome

Not sure how old you are, but obviously if you had a family or other dependencies, it would be hard to go to university still still do-able (part-time or a e-business foundation degree are very popular). Money, time, motivation are all aspects that will influence you in leaving university. But am sure you'll be fine.

People go to university for the wrong reasons and its good that you feel that you can benefit from all the drinking, I mean, learning and what university has to offer. Having 2 years underneath your belt will certainly impress the admin tutors.

I will say that do some research into what degree you'll like to do. You mentioned you might be interested reading Computer Science. Have a browse at the websites, course modules and see if you like the sound of it. The main thing is doing something that you will enjoy. Make sure you do a sandwich placement. You'll be at a very big advantage because you'll already have 2 years experience and 3 by the time you graduate.

What sort of work have you been doing and how old are you?

Am not entirely sure if you have to go through UCAS as a mature student. If so, I can always show you my personal statement which I used.

Let me know how you get on.