Frequently asked questions
- What are my options after I finish my school exams?
- If you go to university do you have to live away from home?
- Give me some good reasons for bothering with college/uni!
- None of my mates are thinking of going to college or uni. What if I don't make any new friends?
- My friends think that college or university is only for people with plenty of money. Is this true?
- Will my family have to pay out lots of money?
What are my options after I finish my school exams?
You can decide to stay on at school, go to college or university or get a job. If you want to start working and earning money then make sure that you receive training at the same time, otherwise you may end up in a dead-end job.
If you go to university do you have to live away from home?
It depends on where you want to go to study. Some people choose a university or college that is close to home so that they can study whilst still living at home. Others prefer to leave home and find accommodation on the university or college site (this is called a campus) and live with other people of their own age.
Give me some good reasons for bothering with college/uni!
Here are a few things worth thinking about:
- Graduates are 50% more likely than non-graduates to get a job.
- Graduates earn 35% more than the national average.
- Whatever you want to do in life, your career opportunities will be improved if you have a degree or diploma from university or college.
- If you want to work in some professions (such as law or medicine) you need to have a relevant degree.
None of my mates are thinking of going to college or uni. What if I don't make any new friends?
In the first few weeks of term there'll be all sorts of social events laid on (things like Fresher's Week parties). You'll meet lots of new people and soon make friends.
My friends think that college or university is only for people with plenty of money. Is this true?
No, people from all types of background and ages go to university and college. They are not just for wealthy people.
Will my family have to pay out lots of money?
If you choose to study in Scotland tuition fees will be paid for you. You will have to pay for your living costs. Support to cover living costs can come from:
- Student loans
- Supplementary grants for students in particular circumstances
If you study in England you will probably have to pay the tuition fees for the course, however if your family earns less than a certain amount, tuition will be free. The Local Education Authority will be able to provide more details.
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