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who made it, we would like to take this chance to give tips to those applying for places at university.
There is always a scramble this time around but it is advisable to put your best foot forward.
Here are the tips on how you can get around that inevitable phase.
Applying at university is not just about the next few years of your life but it is about your future. Ask yourself where you want to be in five or 10 years from now. That is what you are dealing with right now.
What sort of career are you hoping for? Is it realistic? Can you afford it? What are the job prospects like?
By now you must have an idea about this from your career guidance teachers. However, your results might force you to divert your plans but that does not throw everything down the drain.
It may seem a bit overwhelming; after all, anything can happen in 10 years’ time. The key is not to think of your graduate degree as a short-term investment.
Once you’ve graduated, your masters will be with you for life, and future employers will look favourably upon the investment you made.
However, don’t enrol in a graduate programme just for the sake of it. If you’re not sure about the course, it might not be for you. But don’t be afraid to take the leap. After all, you have many years of exciting career options ahead of you
Do’s:
- Take your time when filling out the application form. This will be your first contact with the admissions committee.
Your application should reflect in full detail your personal and professional information and your motivation and expectations with the programme.
- Supply clear contact details: One telephone number and one email address that you can be reached on is all you need.
- Consider your options and look at what course each university can offer you. It’s important to find the right fit.
- Choose your referees carefully. These can be anyone that benefits your candidacy. It’s always better to choose someone that knows you well and can confirm your sense of responsibility, commitment, leadership and teamwork.
- Prepare yourself for the personal interview. When time comes to answer questions, try to go straight to the point and be concise.
Don’ts:
- Submit an incomplete application. You’ll only put yourself at a disadvantage.
- Wait until the last minute. Get organised, give yourself plenty of time, and apply before the deadline. Murphy’s Law says that in that particular moment the Internet will break down, the mail will be stolen and you have missed the deadline!
- Be afraid to ask questions. There are real people sitting in real offices who are happy to give you all the required details and support you need to get through the admissions process.
- Don’t wait for parents to handle your applications for you. You’re an adult and so you should do it yourself!
Gaining admission into graduate school is challenging, but you’ll be rewarded for your efforts.
If you want to find out more about the admissions process, why not speak to former students?
After all, not only have they been through the process before you, they did so successfully!
All this said, we want to wish all the teens going to universities, or going for their A-Level the best of luck.
Remember to keep us posted. Tell us how you are fitting in and articles are welcome if you have something positive and inspiring to fellow teens!
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