{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/62b5dbfa9a5a480014bf745b/6464e74f48feb400111ce034?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"The importance of subject choices for university | Episode 15","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/62b5dbfa9a5a480014bf745b/1693854661644-f2c1fee552e7d3f0fa88b2b5090eb35c.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p><strong>In this episode, Jon and Tim invite their most athletic* guest so far: </strong><a href=\"https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-mullen-87a0071b0/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Chris Mullen</strong></a><strong>, Education Liaison Manager at Edge Hill University into the expert seat (*our evidence is that Chris's Dad was a professional footballer, and Chris studied a sports degree!!). Join us as we discuss the importance of making option choices and their role in university entry.</strong></p><p><br></p><p>We delve into various option choices, including the role of GCSEs, A-Levels, BTECs, and T-Levels when it comes to university entry. We even throw in a sporting game for some fun!</p><p><br></p><p>Reflecting on Chris's option choices, we explore the significance of GCSEs for university applications and how post-16 option choices like A-Levels play a crucial role. Additionally, we delve into the role of post-16 option choices for certain university subjects - for example, how Biology is essential for Physiotherapy studies, who knew?</p><p><br></p><p>We even get a bit controversial while reflecting on whether schools provide enough guidance to students seeking university-ready choices.</p><p><br></p><p>Additionally, we discuss a highly useful resource for students making option choices - The Informed Choices Website - <a href=\"https://www.informedchoices.ac.uk/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.informedchoices.ac.uk/</a>. Check it out!</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Students, Parents, Carers and Teachers </strong>- please access these <strong>FREE</strong> resources:</p><p><br></p><p><a href=\"https://www.unitasterdays.com/parents/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">The Parents’ Guide to University Brochure</a></p><p><a href=\"https://www.unitasterdays.com/teachers/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">The Teachers' Guide to University Brochure</a></p><p><a href=\"https://unitasterdays.com/students/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">The Students' Guide to University Brochure</a></p><p><a href=\"https://www.unitasterdays.com/jargonbuster/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">University Jargon Buster</a></p>","author_name":"The Uni Guide Podcast"}