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Goldsmiths guide to going to university

Finding out more about university can seem daunting – whether you’re a student at school or sixth form, a mature student, a parent, or a teacher taking on the role of HE adviser.

The 'Goldsmiths guide to going to university' brings together advice and information from current university students, graduates, academics, and university staff to de-bunk the myths, tear up the clichés, and help you make an informed decision about your next move.

We recommend that everyone visits the Who and where are you now? page to help identify, and navigate to, the information most relevant for you.

Starting your journey

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Who and where are you now?

Visit this page to find out what parts of the guide are most relevant to you.

What is university?

Get an insight into understanding what a university is really like.

University research

Universities do more than teach, find out about exciting research work.

What do I need to get in?

Find out how you can prepare for university during your education.

Student life

Discover what student life is like, and how universities enrich your experience.
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Stay at home or move away?

Find out about deciding where to live whilst studying.

Is university right for me?

What do I want to achieve?

Get information and advice on deciding on and achieving your goals at university.

Choosing a subject, course and university

Information on how to decide which university to choose and the elements to consider.

Academic faculties, schools and departments

Discover more about understanding the personality of a university.

Student finance options

Understand how much your university experience will cost and what financial support is out there.

How and when to apply

Details on the process and steps to consider when applying to university.

Personal statements, portfolios and interviews

Read our advice on how to stand out from the crowd when writing your UCAS application.

Watch our video to see what studying at Goldsmiths could mean for you

Life at university

Arrival and settling in

Discover how the first few weeks of university help new students to settle in.
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Health and wellbeing

Find out about how to look after your physical and mental health whilst at university.

Living on a budget

Learn how to understand and control your finances whilst studying.
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Part-time work

Getting a part-time job is a popular option for university students.

Careers and student entrepreneurs

Find out how getting a degree can aid your employment prospects.

Chat with our students

If you have a question about what it’s like to study at Goldsmiths you can chat with one of our current students to find out more.

If you have any questions about studying at university or want to be the first to know about upcoming events for schools and colleges, please get in touch with the Widening Participation and Student Recruitment teams.

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