It’s hard to know what university is like until you are studying. What we know is that all universities are different and how you personally interact with university will be unique to you.  From what we are told by our students, university is not like school or college, or work, or home. However, some things may seem similar. So, what is university really like?  

This article will help you decide what to study, and at which university. We provide practical tips on how to compare universities, how to prepare for open days and who to talk to at these events.

Find out more about applying to University generally, and about our university’s admission process.