University Blog: The Inside Story

In 2022, a total of 33,280 students secured their university places through Clearing (UCAS, 2022), so it’s worth knowing about if you’re looking to go to university this September.

If you are yet to submit your UCAS application, why not end the year on a high and get the job done this side of Christmas? Here are our five steps to getting your university application over the line.

Let’s face it, university prospectuses haven’t changed much in years. Until now! We caught up with Communications Manager Sarah Steele to find out how we're doing things differently this year. 

Alexandra came to Chester after she had already started at her original first choice university. Despite the challenges of COVID-19, she tells us why it has been a great decision for her. 

We spoke to French and German student, Will about his first year at uni (so far!) and asked if he has any tips for next year's first years. 

With the first term of university behind them, we’ve been talking to our current first years about how they’ve been getting on since September.

The theme for this year’s National Student Money Week is Expect the Unexpected. Here's how we're giving students the tools they need to get financially ready for uni. 

Our step-by-step guide tells you what you need to do after submitting your UCAS application and how to get organised before starting university.

Starting your university application can feel more than a little overwhelming, so we’ve broken down the whole process to help you get a head start and plan for the year ahead.

Personal Statements can be tricky. How do you sum up your personal qualities, interests, academic achievements and work experience on just one page?

If you have a disability, disclosing it will not affect your application to university.