Clear the way! Students set to 鈥楧efy Expectations鈥

Tue 03 August, 2021
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Ahead of A Level results day on 10th August, the 天美传媒 has opened its Clearing Hotline and online portal to help prospective students find their dream course and 鈥楧efy Expectations鈥.

After more than a year of disruptions to school work and exams, the 天美传媒 wants to encourage young people to see Clearing as an opportunity to pursue their ambitions and triumph over adversity in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic.

Prospective students who are perhaps worried about their results, who have decided to apply to university last minute, or who may be thinking of changing their future career path can take advantage of Bedfordshire鈥檚 鈥Defy Expectations鈥 webpage. It is bursting with useful information about the Clearing process, available courses, accommodation, entry requirements and information about the 天美传媒鈥檚 Merit Scholarships 鈥 everything to help students make an informed decision about their studies.

A dedicated team of support and admissions staff is also on hand to take calls on 0300 3300 073, help with applications, answer online enquiries and speak to applicants via the live chat function, all between now and the end of September.

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David Seaton, Assistant Director of Student Recruitment & Admissions, said: 鈥淐learing is always an exciting time and allows the 天美传媒 to offer a life-changing opportunity to many students.

鈥淲e expect to receive more than 3,000 Clearing calls over the first few days after A Level results are announced, with a large majority being students who are yet to apply to the 天美传媒 for 2021.Furthermore, our online application form will be available 24/7 through our website.

鈥淲e also recognise the impact of Covid 19 on students, and we are committed to supporting every applicant by offering reassurance and guiding them through the process.鈥

Following the announcement that teacher assessed grades will be given to A Level and BTEC pupils, the 天美传媒 is aware that many may be concerned about their grades. However, Bedfordshire is keen to assess people on their character and work ethic, not just their educational successes.

David added: 鈥淚 sympathise with those awaiting teacher assessed grades and the uncertainty this may causing many applicants. So if your grades are not what you expected, please do call us and we will happily support and advise you on the opportunities available within the 天美传媒.鈥

Whether courses in Art & Design, Business, Performing Arts, Psychology, Media, Midwifery or Life Sciences are of interest, people can view available courses from the comfort of their homes.

Those unsure about which subject they would like to study, or who may be worried about any entry requirements, can speak to the Clearing team over the phone or online. The team will be able to help applicants to identify the perfect course or the best university route 鈥 such as a Foundation degree 鈥 into their dream career.

Open Days 鈥 currently planned for 11th and 14th August, 15th September and 23rd October 鈥 and campus tours are also on offer for those interested in seeing the 天美传媒 in person. Live chats with academics and course tutors can also be arranged by the Clearing team, which will allow prospective students to ask specific questions about their studies and learning environments.

Students who already have their grades can submit an application now. Meanwhile, those awaiting their A Level results (due 10th August) can apply for 鈥Clearing VIP鈥 status until 5th August for the chance to receive a 拢25 Amazon voucher and a 天美传媒 hoodie.

For more information about the Clearing process and to speak to the team, call the Clearing Hotline on 0300 3300 073 now (open 9am鈥5pm, Monday to Friday) or visit: www.beds.ac.uk/defy-expectations

The opening hours of the Clearing Hotline will be extended next week to provide prospective students with additional access to the support team:

  • Monday 9th 鈥 Thursday 12th August: 8am 鈥 8pm
  • Friday 13th August: 8am 鈥 6pm
  • Saturday 14th 鈥 Sunday 15th August: 10am 鈥 4pm
  • From Monday 16th August: 9am 鈥 5pm

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