Top tips for choosing your uni
If you haven’t already applied, you can still submit a new UCAS application now to beat the rush of Clearing.
If you have submitted a UCAS application (and used all five of your choices but are not holding any offers), you can apply via UCAS Extra. UCAS Extra opens on 23 February and is another chance for you to gain a place at university.
Whether you need to apply by submitting a new UCAS application or through UCAS Extra, we're here to help you through the process. From highlighting key dates to offering you top tips and guidance in selecting your perfect course and university.
You’ll need to submit your UCAS application by 18.00 on 25 January 2023 in order to meet the UCAS equal consideration deadline. You can apply for up to five universities.
If you’ve already submitted a UCAS application but aren’t holding any offers, you can apply via UCAS Extra from 23 February. If not, you can still submit a new UCAS application now to beat the rush of Clearing.
Why not visit the universities you are interested in? Book an open day or go on a student-led campus tour and explore all the facilities for yourself!
Now’s the time to start applying for student finance! Make sure you send in your application before the May deadline to ensure you receive your full loan by the start of term in September.
You have until 04 July to apply through UCAS Extra.
Our top tips for choosing the right uni
Make a list of possible courses and universities you’re interested in
Think about what subjects you enjoy now, what you would like to learn about at a higher level, and what your future career goals are. This will help you decide on your priorities, and once you have an idea, you can do your research and look into more course details such as module choices and flexibility. You can even use our ‘which course and which university’ guide to help you get started!
Make a list of what you want from a university
Think about whether you want to stay close to home or move further away, set out the sports or social activities you would like to get involved in and create an ideal list of what you would need and what it would be great to have. Once you have this, you can start comparing universities and start to think about where you see yourself fitting in.
Visit universities
There’s no better way to get a feel for a university than stepping onto its campus! See our campus in full swing by taking a tour, guided by current students. You'll have the chance to explore learning and recreational areas, visit our on-campus accommodation and ask questions to help you decide if you could feel at home at Herts!
Chat to current university students
What could be more insightful than chatting one on one with actual university students? You’ll be able to find out all about their experiences, what they love about their university or their course, and they’ll happily give you advice on things they may have wished they had known before applying or studying at university.
Look after your wellbeing
Don’t forget to look after yourself, and get the support you need from family and friends. Making a big life decision doesn’t have to be done on your own!
Rest assured that it's not too late to apply to start university this September
If you’ve already submitted a UCAS application but aren’t holding any offers, you can apply via UCAS Extra from 23 February. If not, you can still submit a new UCAS application now to beat the rush of Clearing. That means there’s still time to get yourself a university place for this September.