Thursday 16 August 2018

The negative side of results day!

So it is nearly that time of year again- GCSE and A level results!

This time of year is always particularly stressful for young students, but it is even more stressful if you are chronically ill and disabled. Believe me I have had my fair share of "highs" and "lows" when it comes to achieving my results, so here are 5 tips to go by.


Firstly...

1. It is not the end of the world.

Many students and teachers seem to believe that if you don't have your life figured  out by 18, then you are somehow are not going to achieve great things. If you don't go to university, you are a failure, you are stupid, incompetent, you will never get a job. But the reality of the world outside education is far from this. There are so many alternatives that are under looked, but are so beneficial for young people today.

2. Alternatives to university?

One of the biggest alternatives to university, is an apprenticeship. I am currently coming towards the end of my business administration apprenticeship, and I can honestly say it has been the best thing for me. It has allowed me to complete a qualification at my own pace and being paid to do it as well! What is even better about this is that while being employed as an apprentice, we still have the same rights as regular workers. It is highly important to find a supportive employer, especially if full time is something you might struggle with.

3. Clearing

So, you didn't get the results you were expecting but still want to go to university? Why not try clearing? This may be a bit daunting if you are chronically ill, but there are still many ways that you can access support at university after you have started. It doesn't mean that you will miss out on any help because you have asked a little bit later.


Also, a big thing to note: Do not go to university for the sake of it.

If you are unsure what to do, apply next year!


4. College instead of sixth form

So points 2 and 3 mainly focus on A Level results, but what about GCSE? Didn't get the grades that you expected? That is totally fine, chances are there is someone else in the same position as you.
If you were hoping to do A levels but are worrying about the difficulty, why not try college instead?
Although there are some controversy over this, BTECs are a great way to get into university.

5. Resits

Lastly, the most obvious point to make- you can always resit! It is never to late to resit, and there are so many places that take on private candidates, that it is possible for you to study from home at your own pace.


Hopefully this will help anyone going through the stress of results day! If anyone needs any advice on anything else then feel free to contact me.

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