University Smart: A parent and supporter’s guide to university entry

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University Smart: A parent and supporter’s guide to university entry
  1. What is the course about?
  2. Prerequisites & Facts
  3. Cost, Certificate & Degree
  4. Reviews & Experiences

What is the course about?

University Smart: A parent and supporter’s guide to university entry
The course University Smart: A parent and supporter’s guide to university entry is an online class provided by University of Reading through Future Learn. It may be possible to receive a verified certification or use the course to prepare for a degree.

Learn about the UK’s university application process and how to prepare your young person for university and the student journey.

Course description
  • Support your child to make informed decisions with this university parent guide
  • 3 weeks
  • Navigating the Higher Education application process can be confusing for young people and their parents. This course will help you to support your young person in the university application process.
     
  • You’ll explore the application timeline and key decision dates, such as when to register, and the deadline for submitting personal statements. This course will also address common concerns such as what financial aid is available, and what support services your young person will have access to throughout their time at university.
  • Course welcome
  • Our understanding of higher education and the options available
  • Myth-busting common concerns
  • Influencing factors and researching higher education
  • The application process and key dates
  • Making the most of open days and visits
  • Writing the application and the support available
  • Financial aspects of applying to university
  • Living costs at university
  • Hearing back from offers
  • Explore the range of higher education options available
  • Identify and understand key dates in the application process
  • Collect practical tips on how to make the most of university open days
  • Investigate financial implications of studying at university
  • Apply understanding of the process and being prepared for any unexpected outcomes
  • The course is for parents, carers, and supporters of students that are entering university and who may be leaving home for the first time.
  • This course will also be useful for staff in local authorities supporting children in care and teaching staff looking for CPD training and to learn more about the university process.
  • University of Reading
  • The University of Reading has a reputation for excellence in teaching, research and enterprise.
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Prerequisites & Facts

University Smart: A parent and supporter’s guide to university entry

Course Topic

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University, College, Institution

University of Reading

Course Skill Level

see course summary

Course Language

English

Place of class

Online, self-paced (see curriculum for more information)

Degree

Certificate

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Degree & Cost

University Smart: A parent and supporter’s guide to university entry

To obtain a verified certificate from Future Learn / University of Reading you have to finish this course or the latest version of it, if there is a new edition. The class may be free of charge, but there could be some cost to receive a verified certificate or to access the learning materials. The specifics of the course may have been changed, please consult the provider to get the latest quotes and news.
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