{"id":1148,"date":"2021-01-04T17:47:06","date_gmt":"2021-01-04T15:47:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/studyguide.gr\/sg\/?p=1148"},"modified":"2022-05-10T14:08:48","modified_gmt":"2022-05-10T11:08:48","slug":"after-results-day-get-ready-for-univesity","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/studyguide.gr\/sg\/english-articles\/1148\/after-results-day-get-ready-for-univesity\/","title":{"rendered":"After Results Day \u2013 Get Ready for Univesity"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>As soon as your university place has been confirmed, you will begin receiving messages about registration, course or module choices, accommodation and Freshers&#8217;\/Welcome Week information<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>This will probably be from your academic department, the University Registry (central administration) or the Student Body (e.g. NUS and Students\u2019 Union).<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Most universities will have a dedicated website and moderated Facebook group for new students. Get to know your new university and fellow students before you arrive \u2013 visit your university and student union online, and join the Facebook group.<\/p>\n<p>Carefully read information about your enrolment. Be sure you understand what you need to do and when, and what documents you&#8217;ll need.<\/p>\n<h2>Student finance<\/h2>\n<h4>If you get a university place, change your course or university through Clearing, you must inform your student finance company immediately. Always make sure they have your up-to-date contact and bank account details.<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Student Awards Agency for Scotland (SAAS) \u2013\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.saas.gov.uk\/contact.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">contact the SAAS<\/a>\u00a0and let them have your change of details.<\/li>\n<li>Student Finance England (SFE) \u2013\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.uk\/student-finance\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">apply online<\/a>\u00a0or, if you\u2019ve already applied for financial support and your course\/university details have changed, log onto your online account. Remember that you need to sign and print off your final declaration (go to My Account\/View Correspondence).<\/li>\n<li>Student Finance Northern Ireland (SFNI) \u2013\u00a0inform the people who deal with your student finance application of any changes (usually your local authority). If you haven\u2019t yet applied,\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.studentfinanceni.co.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">do it now<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>Student Finance Wales (SFW) \u00ad\u2013 you don\u2019t need a confirmed place on a specific course or at a particular university to\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.studentfinancewales.co.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">apply for your student funding<\/a>. Choose the course you are most likely to attend and if this changes, amend the details online.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Accommodation<\/h2>\n<div class=\"inline-image-box\">\n<div class=\"attribution\">If your university place was confirmed as a result of satisfying your offer, much of the admin work will have been completed already.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>You will probably have made your choices about accommodation and simply need to confirm decisions at this stage.<br \/>\nNevertheless, your signatures (or online confirmation) may be required and you must read the small print relating to all contracts. They are important.<br \/>\nUnderstand the payment methods \u2013 you may be given options.\u00a0Note the date you are required to arrive.\u00a0Make sure your email account supplied to UCAS is up to date and is able to receive bulk emails, and that your University\u2019s address (UniversityX.ac.uk) is in your &#8216;trusted sender&#8217; lists.<\/p>\n<h4>If your university place has been confirmed AFTER A Level results and\/or via Clearing, you may be starting the accommodation process for the first time (or with a new university).<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Most universities will guarantee accommodation in your first year. Maximise your chances by responding promptly to all correspondence via email or online.<\/li>\n<li>Choices at this late stage are likely to be limited and you may have to settle for what is offered, unless you wish to find your own accommodation.<\/li>\n<li>University accommodation brings you into contact with other new university students and is always regarded as a good choice for new students as it helps you settle in quickly.<\/li>\n<li>Check all the details of the small print of any contract before you sign up. You can also check out the National Code at www.nationalcode.org if you have any doubts.<\/li>\n<li>Read more about\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thecompleteuniversityguide.co.uk\/preparing-to-go\/where-to-live\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Where to Live at University<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>All this takes place at high speed in August\/September. It may feel a little stressful, but it really is a case of systematically working through the process.<\/h4>\n<p>Your parents may wish to share this with you and if they are guarantor in any contracts, it is reasonable and right they get involved. Another pair of eyes is always a good idea when navigating the legalese.<br \/>\nAll universities do things differently but aim to help you settle in quickly and ensure your new environment is both safe and secure, as well as fun.<\/p>\n<h2>Pastoral care<\/h2>\n<p>You may have a Residential Advisor or Residence Tutor who is there to give pastoral support.\u00a0These people are worth seeking out, as they may be good contacts for part-time work, events, news, key tips and advice.<\/p>\n<h2>Keys<\/h2>\n<p>Keys, or access cards to property (university or private sector) are always treated seriously.\u00a0You will be expected to take care of your keys and replacements are deliberately made expensive.<\/p>\n<h2>Insurance<\/h2>\n<p>You may want to take out room contents insurance or insure a bike, tablet or laptop separately.\u00a0This has to be done independently, although you should check that your possessions are not covered by your parents\u2019 insurance before you take out a separate policy.<\/p>\n<p>Read more about\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thecompleteuniversityguide.co.uk\/preparing-to-go\/insurance\/\">insurance for students<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2>Bank account<\/h2>\n<p>If you haven\u2019t already opened a bank account, you can do this as soon as you receive your UCAS confirmation letter. Banks will ask to see this.\u00a0Find out if there is a branch on, or close to, campus.\u00a0Setting up your account before you arrive may save time in queues.<\/p>\n<h2>Budgeting and managing your money<\/h2>\n<p>Dull though it may sound, it&#8217;s really worth working out a budget.\u00a0You&#8217;ll know your minimum income for the year and how much you have to spend.\u00a0Although difficult at times, sticking to a budget stops you overspending, reduces financial worries and gives you a good idea of how much the following years at university will cost.<\/p>\n<p>Get advice on\u00a0<a title=\"Managing Your Money\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thecompleteuniversityguide.co.uk\/university-tuition-fees\/managing-your-money\/\">Managing Your Money<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0<a title=\"Budgeting\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thecompleteuniversityguide.co.uk\/university-tuition-fees\/managing-your-money\/budgeting-for-university\/\">Budgeting<\/a>, or read\u00a0<a title=\"Student Finance Survival Tips\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thecompleteuniversityguide.co.uk\/preparing-to-go\/after-results-day-get-ready-for-uni\/#\">Student Finance Survival Tips<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2>Student Rail\/Coach Cards<\/h2>\n<p>Student Rail\/Coach Cards are good value for money even if you don\u2019t think you need one at first.\u00a0A three-year deal may also save money and you can normally get a replacement if you lose it.\u00a0Your university town or city may also offer cheap discounted public transport cards.<\/p>\n<h2>Bringing your own car<\/h2>\n<p>Running a car is very expensive at university as your insurance may skyrocket, and petrol and parking costs may also come as a shock.\u00a0Most universities do not offer guaranteed free parking on or close to campus and you may not be able to park a car (apart from unloading your stuff) next to university accommodation.\u00a0If you do bring a car, be prepared to be a taxi service for your new friends!<\/p>\n<p>Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thecompleteuniversityguide.co.uk\/student-advice\/before-you-start\/get-ready-for-uni\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Thecompleteuniversityguide.com\/uk<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>As soon as your university place has been confirmed, you will begin receiving messages about registration, course or module choices, accommodation and Freshers&#8217;\/Welcome Week information. 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