General Tips
 

- Before you do anything, make copies of your application form - in fact make   lots of copies. You should only start   completing the official UCAS form   when you have a completed ‘draft application’ that you are happy with. - The Application form comes with very detailed instructions from UCAS.   Read them carefully and refer to them throughout   the time you are working   on your application. Once you have completed the application and are   happy to submit it –   check the UCAS handbook again. - You should also check the university prospectus to ensure that they do not   require any specific information to be   included on the form.

- Before you do anything, make copies of your application form - in fact make lots of copies. You should only start   completing the official UCAS form when you have a completed ‘draft application’ that you are happy with. - The Application form comes with very detailed instructions from UCAS. Read them carefully and refer to them throughout   the time you are working on your application. Once you have completed the application and are happy to submit it –   check the UCAS handbook again. - You should also check the university prospectus to ensure that they do not require any specific information to be   included on the form. - Check and double check that you have used both the correct university and course codes in your application. - Use a black ballpoint pen. - If typing your application use a simple 12 point basic font such as Arial. - Answer all questions. Incomplete forms can lead to all sorts of problems. - Tell the truth. Not telling the truth can only lead to trouble. - Do not overstate your knowledge or experience in any area – it is likely that an expert will be considering your   application and you may be caught out. - Ensure your application is correct for spelling, punctuation and grammar. - Get someone else to check your application form as they are likely to spot something you have missed. - Make a start on your application as soon as possible - time passes by quickly and you do not want to rush your   application form. - Don’t forget to sign the application form. - Don’t forget to submit your application fee with the form.