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The Uni Guide PodcastExpert university insights and inspiring dialogues for students considering university Author: The Uni Guide Podcast
Hello listeners and welcome to The Uni Guide, a podcast created by UniTasterDays.The university guidance podcast on all things about university.In this podcast series we will be providing you, our listener, with the cutting edge and most up-to-date information and conversations about universityin plain English. without the jargon.From the lived experience of everyone involved in the process: Thats students, parents, teachers and career advisors. Stay tuned, like and share as we bring you the answers to the tips and advice you need in regular episodes.Covering topics like:Why and how do you apply?How much does it really cost?How can you select a course or institution?How can you prepare for exams?What do you need to know before starting your course?How to get the most out of the university experience?And many more!Produced by Tim Roe for UniTasterDays Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Language: en Genres: Education, Education for Kids, Kids & Family, Self-Improvement Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it Trailer: |
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University explained: courses, costs and applications | Episode 51
Episode 51
Monday, 9 March, 2026
Episode 51: University explained: courses, costs and applicationsThinking about going to university but unsure how it all works? This episode explains the key things students need to understand about university courses, tuition fees, student finance and the university application process.For many students, researching university can feel confusing at first. There are thousands of university courses to choose from, different application routes, and lots of questions about costs and student finance. In this episode, the panel breaks down how university works and the most important things students should know before applying.UniTasterDays Founder Jon Cheek is joined by Rosie Glover, a final year student at Durham University, and Simon Fairbanks, Associate Director of Community Engagement at UniTasterDays. Together they discuss the key advice featured in the Student Guide 2026, along with the common misunderstandings students have about university before they apply.The conversation explores how students can choose the right university course, what they should look for beyond the course title, and what students really need to understand about tuition fees, student loans and the realities of university life.The episode covers questions students often ask when researching university, including:what students can expect from the Student Guide 2026common misunderstandings students have about university before applyinghow to choose a university course and what to look for beyond the course titlewhat students need to understand about tuition fees and student financehow the university application process workswhat students should know about university before starting their courseThis episode is designed for students who are researching university courses, choosing subjects, or preparing for the university application process. It also provides useful guidance for parents and teachers who want a clearer understanding of how university works today.Featuring:Rosie Glover, Final year student, Durham UniversitySimon Fairbanks, Associate Director, Community Engagement, UniTasterDaysHosted by Jon Cheek, Founder, UniTasterDays.com.Students, Parents, Carers and Teachers - please access these FREE resources:UniTasterDays.comThe Students' Guide to University BrochureThe Parents’ Guide to University BrochureThe Teachers' Guide to University BrochureUniversity event incentive platformUniversity Jargon BusterUniversity Subject Guide VideosThe Uni Guide Podcast - all episodes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
