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Introduction to Higher Education Joel CorranRecruitment and Admissions
Getting started…..
• Why do YOU think people go to university?
Increasing
employablity
Enthusiasm for subject
Student
experience
Personal
development
Independence
Essential
for a
profession
Average graduate starting Salary 2013
Graduate Jobs
Why Choose University?
Source: Association of Graduate Recruiters (AGR) • Better job prospects• Higher earning potential• Careers and employability at MMU
£26,500
Graduates earn £12,000 a year more
Median annual earnings:1 Age by qualification, 2000 to 2010
Source: National Statistics website: - www.statistics.gov.uk
Fees of up to £9,000
No ‘upfront’ payment – fee loans
Package of loans and grants - for living costs
University bursaries and scholarships
Loan repayments related to pay – over £21,000
Fewer than 45% of students will repay their loans in full?
Outstanding loan written off after 30 years
Investing in your future
• Supportive learning environment
• World-class facilities
• Accreditation from over 70 professional bodies
of our graduates go straight into work or further study within six months of graduation *
• Strong links with industry
• Real world experience
• Superb student experience
Big Opportunities
89%* DLHE survey 2012
Why University?Find out more
Prospects website – www.prospects.ac.ukUnistats - unistats.direct.gov.uk
- KIS Data
What financial help is available?
The Tuition Fee Loan
Maintenance Loan *
Maintenance Grant*Bursaries/
Scholarships*
*Dependent on Household Residual Income (HRI)
Maintenance Loan – for all students
Studying location Maximum amountsLiving at home (with parents) Up to £4,565Living away from home Up to £5,740Living away from home (London) Up to 8,009
Maintenance Grant – for some students
• Helps with living costs • Non-repayable• Reduces Maintenance Loan entitlement
Maximum Grant: £3,387 Household incomes up to £25,000 will be entitled to a full grant
Household incomes up to £42,600 will be entitled to a partial grant
Household income Non-repayable grant Living cost loan Total
£25,000 or less £3,387 £3,862 £7,249
£30,000 £2,416 £4,292 £6,708
£35,000 £1,478 £4,761 £6,239
£40,000 £547 £5,282 £5,829
£45,000 £0 £5,288 £5,288
£50,000 £0 £4,788 £4,788
£55,000 £0 £4,288 £4,288
£60,000 £0 £3,826 £3,826
Over £62,132 £0 £3,610 £3,610Over £62,132 £0 £3,610 £3,610
£60,000 £0 £3,826 £3,826
£40,000 £547 £5,282 £5,829
£25,000 or less £3,387 £3,862 £7,249
Loan and grant- living away from home 2014 entry (3.34% rise to loan for 2015)
Maximum loan of £5,530
Household income Non-repayable grant Maintenance loan Total
£30,000 £2,441 £4,335 £6,776
£35,000 £1,494 £4,808 £6,302
£45,000 £0 £5,341 £5,341
£50,000 £0 £4,836 £4,836
£55,000 £0 £4,331 £4,331
In addition
• Special arrangements for NHS and social work• Help for students with children/adult dependants • Support for students with disabilities
Financial considerationsFind out more
Student Finance England – www.gov.uk/studentfinance
MMU - www.mmu.ac.uk/moneymatters
MMU Finance Guide
Entry Requirements
Academic:Level 3
A levels/BTEC/Acces
s
Level 2GCSE or equivalent
• Choose a subject area that interests you e.g. Business• Narrow down your choices through research• Prioritise different options e.g. time abroad, placement
opportunities, module choice, accreditation
• www.mmu.ac.uk
Choosing the right course
Choosing a uni that’s right for you…
Typeand size
Work placements
Professional accreditation
Entry requirementsLocation
Course content
FacilitiesStudent
life!Assessment
methodsTeaching methods
Cost
Study abroad
SupportSupport
Lots of
support
Accommodation
Type
Cost
Location
Student activities:societies, events, sports teamsOver 100 clubs
and societies
Great opportunity to meet new
people
How do I apply?
University and Colleges Admissions Service
The only way to apply to Higher Education
Unless you are applying for:Art & Design Foundation (Direct Application)
Part-time degree programme (Direct Application)
Your course(s) & university choices (Maximum of 5)
Your qualifications and pending exam resultsInclude everything
Your employment historyExpand on this in your personal statement
Your personal statement & referenceTo support your suitability for the course
Your name, address, contact details, D.O.B etc. It’s important to be accurate!
Payment (£12 or £23)
The application
UCAS website - ucas.com
University websites / Open Days – mmu.ac.uk
School or college – teachers and tutors
Keep up to date with Manchester Metropolitan University
Join us online for the latest news: mmu.ac.uk/study
Any questions?
Education LiaisonRecruitment and Admissions
Tel: 0161 247 5958Email: [email protected]
www.mmu.ac.uk