Decision time

2017-08-25T13:00:00

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A former admissions tutor reveals what students should really care about when choosing an undergraduate chemistry course

This term, the next cohort will begin to think about life after school. For those considering higher education, choosing the right university is one of the toughest decisions any individual will make. In an era of high tuition fees, a degree represents a massive financial investment, and any prospective chemistry student needs to weigh up lots of options before applying.

There’s a multitude of league tables and a sea of information about universities and courses. But what should students really care about in their decision making, and how can teachers help them decide?

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