I would recommend going for ones with entry tests if you can but again I would check if they aren't looking for mid 2.1 and above. I got a low 2.1 and will be starting training at Staffs on Monday so it can be done! Just be strategic in your choices and if your not sure then you can always email the...

[quote="firegal"] Second reflection is that it actually reads reasonably well. Which poses a problem for me; I haven't done a lot different in the last year as I haven't changed roles, and I'm wary of the need to change things unnecessarily just to make it feel 'new' especially as this app...

I had the same feeling with my first application so your definitely not alone. I started with the bit where you list your jobs in and then started a word document with the reflective section. Like people said just start writing and itl develop as you go along

I think this is a very common problem! If you have a lecturer that has marked some of your work and might give you a good reference that might be an option? Course tutor? Also, I know people have used a supervisor from a researchy post as well. If you can it might be worth putting a comment in the c...

I graduated 7 years ago and I have been offered a place on my third application. I decided not to apply for the first 4 years as I wanted to wait until I felt like I had more experience so this could have easily have been 7 time application if I decided not to wait. Congratulations for those who hav...

I did an MSc in Research Methods and then found a difference with getting AP interviews. Was able to talk about experience with stats etc. I managed to have my masters thesis supervised by someone teaching on one of the doctorate courses as well so there can be scope for that too. There are people w...

I treated it like a nice chit chat amongst people who are passionate about the same thing as me. Going to AP groups and not being afraid to talk about things at those really helps I think. Well seemed to work anyway!

That's strange. Did they say whether you got passed the 65%+ part of the selection process? It might be worth emailing them and asking and if not then why. If they do use their own calculations then people need to know and the calculation be put on clearing house so applicants can at least see if th...

I heard this calculation from the admissions tutor. I suspect that there could be truth in what you have heard random swirls. I think that people need to know what the process is for each uni. I'm not asking for the scoring matrix to be put on clearing house but people need to know if there is a def...

This year and last year Bangor would only accept those with an overall grade of above 64%. I misread clearing house thinking that you need 64% or above rather than 65% or above. I only realised this after applying and getting feedback. "Before applying you should have already obtained a single ...

Andy fields research methods book is quite good which you could search on Amazon. I think it cost me £20. However, I think the best thing is to practice going through some research scenarios/vignettes (you can search the forum) and practice how you would answer them. I would try and practice designi...

Interesting thread. I am mixed race, born in Libya and have a Libyan dad and a white british mum. I will be starting the course in September at Staffs and was invited to the interview by completing a screening test. As far as I am aware the application forms were only looked at for GBC, 2.1 and abov...

Hi MindFullPsy, I am started at Staffs in Septemeber and I don't drive so depends on the uni really. I would check on Clearing House at each course that your interested in applying to as some ask for a driving licence at the interview and others like Staffs don't. Or at least for this year they didn...

Bexstock wrote:To be completely honest Nads, that day was a bit of a blur!
All I can actually remember was the exam itself and how quickly the time passed!
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Yeah I don't blame you!

Hi Nads, Thanks for the info below, it sounds interesting but it's my birthday so I'll be sat with a glass of wine somewhere (I hope - weather permitting!). Also, I was wondering if there are still people out there waiting to confirm their pace at Manchester? No worries Moonbeam! Hope you enjoy you...