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Preparation for University

It’s perfectly normal to feel a little nervous about leaving School and starting university. To lighten the load, we have gathered together a range of resources for you to work through in the weeks before you start.

Don’t forget that the Careers Team are available to support and advise you. Please don’t hesitate to get in touch if you need any help.

We have divided the resources into 7 sections. Please click on each of the topics below to access the resources.

Section 1 - Understand what happens on Results Day

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Results Day Process
14 August 2023 Download File
Clearing Guide for Parents
14 August 2023 View Page
Deferring Your University Place
14 August 2023 View Page
Guide to Clearing
14 August 2023 View Page
Unconditional Offers
14 August 2023 Download File
Dealing with Results Day Stress
14 August 2023 Download File

Section 2 - Connect with your University

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Get to know your Students' Union
15 August 2023 Download File
Organising your accommodation
15 August 2023 Download File
University reading lists (essential recommended reading to prepare for your course)
15 August 2023 View Page
Advice from former Thomas Telford Students
15 August 2023 View Page

Section 3 - Develop the skills you’ll need at university

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Critical Thinking
15 August 2023 Download File
On-line course to help you prepare
15 August 2023 Download File
Referencing
15 August 2023 Download File
Time Management
15 August 2023 Download File

Section 4 - Cultivate a love of learning

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Our favourite podcasts
15 August 2023 Download File
TED Talks
15 August 2023 Download File

Section 5 - Learn how to manage your money

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Budgeting Resources
15 August 2023 Download File
Student Bank Accounts
15 August 2023 Download File
Student Finance
15 August 2023 View Page

Section 6 - Prepare to live independently

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Cooking on a budget
15 August 2023 Download File
Washing your clothes
15 August 2023 Download File
What to pack to take to uni
15 August 2023 Download File

Section 7 - What to expect in your first term

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Clubs and Societies
15 August 2023 Download File
Freshers Week
15 August 2023 View Page

Student Finance

Apply online for Student Finance England. To ensure you receive your full entitlement apply at the earliest opportunity.

If students have queries about student finance, please see The Careers Team or contact Student Finance England directly:

Student Finance England

Phone number - 0300 100 0607

Opening hours - Mon - Fri, 8 am to 8 pm; Sat and Sun – 9 am to 4 pm

Address for paper applications and evidence - Student Finance England, PO Box 210, Darlington, DL1 9HJ.

In addition, you may also find the following sites useful:

Bursaries, scholarships and awards

Scholarship Search

Scholarship Hub