5 Reasons Why You Should Prep For Your Admissions Early
What’s a good time to start thinking about your university application? Some students believe starting the process while they are taking their IGCSEs provides ample time. However, if you’re aiming for top universities such as Oxbridge or Ivy Leagues, it’s important to start having the conversation about your future admissions a bit earlier. Here’s 5 reasons why:
IGCSE Subject Exploration
By starting before Year 10, students can sit down and think about what IGCSE subjects really suit them. This allows them to consider their needs, interests and strengths. ‘Will this subject boost my profile? Or will it really help with my field of interest?’ They’re aware of what targets they need to achieve and can work on it with intention.
Profile building
Students give themselves more time to pursue extracurriculars (a great way to show they’re not just all about academics) if they plan for top universities at a younger age. They can try out different clubs such as debate or robotics without the pressure to stick to one for achievements. There’s time for training, competitions and projects free from the IGCSE workload.
Skills development
Students are told that they need to develop skills such as critical thinking or digital literacy to ensure their success. However, are they given enough opportunities to do so? Working towards a top university application includes the development of these skills, as students would be exposed to things beyond the classroom such as work experiences or planning community projects.
Admissions practice
At PrepWorks, we believe that proactive actions are better than reactive responses. Common pain points for students applying to top universities are entrance exams and final interviews. These two challenges require confidence, quick-thinking and the ability to stay calm under pressure – and you can only get that with practice. Students should familiarise themselves with the exam and interview format to prevent any unwanted surprises.
Ample guidance
Your top university admissions is a crucial step, and you should not take it alone. An education consultant like PrepWorks can clear your path to your dream university. Selecting the right university and working towards it is straightforward with our experience and experts. Not only will you be fully informed, you’ll also have sufficient time to bridge any gaps in between.
Of course, we’re not saying that you should start your application right away. However, you should think about as a long-term goal so that you can align your short-term goals with it. Talk to us today to find out more.
