Uploaded December 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Need to shortlist your top 5 universities but not sure where to start? 🤔
In this short video, our student Ayesha shares her top tips for choosing a university and explains why she chose Northumbria University.
From entry requirements to Open Days, she breaks down the key things that helped her confidently narrow down her choices and make the right decision for her future.
Ayesha’s top university shortlisting tips include:
• Checking university rankings for your chosen course
• Being realistic and having backup choices
• Reading course descriptions carefully
• Considering location and distance from home
• Visiting universities and attending Open Days
• Exploring sports clubs and student societies
If you’re applying to university and feeling unsure where to begin, this advice can help you make a more informed decision.
UCAS deadline reminder:
For 2026 entry, the main UCAS deadline is 14 January 2026 (6pm UK time). Late applications may be considered if places are available, but applying by the deadline ensures equal consideration.
More application advice: tinyurl.com/33tffmzc
Northumbria University Website: northumbria.ac.uk
Book an Open Day: northumbria.ac.uk/ugopenday
Find Your Course at Northumbria: northumbria.ac.uk/study-at-northumbria
Need to shortlist your top 5 universities but not sure where to start? 🤔
In this short video, our student Ayesha shares her top tips for choosing a university and explains why she chose Northumbria University.
From entry requirements to Open Days, she breaks down the key things that helped her confidently narrow down her choices and make the right decision for her future.
Ayesha’s top university shortlisting tips include:
• Checking university rankings for your chosen course
• Being realistic and having backup choices
• Reading course descriptions carefully
• Considering location and distance from home
• Visiting universities and attending Open Days
• Exploring sports clubs and student societies
If you’re applying to university and feeling unsure where to begin, this advice can help you make a more informed decision.
UCAS deadline reminder:
For 2026 entry, the main UCAS deadline is 14 January 2026 (6pm UK time). Late applications may be considered if places are available, but applying by the deadline ensures equal consideration.
More application advice: tinyurl.com/33tffmzc
Northumbria University Website: northumbria.ac.uk
Book an Open Day: northumbria.ac.uk/ugopenday
Find Your Course at Northumbria: northumbria.ac.uk/study-at-northumbria
