What is the path to a flawless university application, and how can a Turkish student stand out?
The United Kingdom has become a popular destination for Turkish students in terms of university education, especially over the past five years. Among the reasons for this popularity are its proximity to Turkey, its offering of reputable universities in global rankings, a wealth of subjects to specialize in, short and focused education formats, cultural and social richness, comfortable accommodation options for international students, lively and diverse campus facilities, and career-focused education opportunities.
So how can you stand out in the increasingly competitive application process? We are here to answer that question.
Academic Short Programs: Many schools in the United Kingdom offer university-level academic summer programs for high school and university students to participate in their desired field of study. The aim of these programs, which students can participate in during their 10th and 11th grades or at university, is to allow them to experience the education system, gain international education experience in the fields they wish to pursue in their careers (while also earning credits and grades), and significantly strengthen their application files.
Exam Preparation: UK universities are beginning to request additional subject-specific or language proficiency exams for the field of study applied for: Preparing early for exams such as IELTS, LNAT, TMUA, or GRE helps students proceed with much greater confidence during the application period.
Additional Value: Internships in the field of interest, online courses taken, or certificate programs participated in are elements that support the academic and professional potential of an applicant.
The most important point is that an applicant applies to the right program that suits their qualifications. At this point, we advisors guide students in the most appropriate way:
- Free one-on-one counseling about the education system, program content, and entry requirements
- Support in choosing the right school and program based on students’ academic background and goals
- Opportunities to meet and have one-on-one meetings with representatives from the universities you plan to apply to or have been accepted to, either online through meetings/presentations we organize at specific times each year or at our British Side office
- During the meetings or presentations we organize, you can get information from our representatives on the topics listed below and many more:
o Portfolio preparation
o How to write a personal statement for your UCAS application?
o How to complete the UCAS application form?
o Law education in the UK
o Academic summer school programs - o Master’s degree programs and scholarship opportunities
- Support for our students in filling out application forms and preparing application documents
- Support and follow-up for pre- and post-application processes, accommodation, and visa procedures
- As the official representative of the schools, we have direct access to information during the application stages and decision-making process
- Providing students with useful information about life in the UK before they leave
- British Side Language School supports students with English level assessment, one-to-one IELTS lessons, and registration for exams such as IELTS/PTE
- Providing our services in accordance with regulations such as the British Council’s National Code of Practice for UK Education Agents and the Student Education Agent Selection Guide
- Supporting students continuing their education in the UK when they wish to make a new application or change universities
- An informative e-newsletter service about the UK education system/scholarships and developments, new programs
- Online or in-office 1-1 private counseling service
- Our advisors hold the British Council’s official Education Advisory certification. They also regularly attend training sessions and meetings organized by schools in the UK or online to keep up to date with the latest information about UK schools and programs.
Our goal is to ensure that our communication with both the school and our students and parents is always fast, effective, and transparent, bringing our students one step closer to their goals.
Areas we support: Undergraduate and graduate education in the United Kingdom, language and academic summer schools.
We welcome anyone who wants to start their journey with us.
Contact:
www.britishside-edu.com
Email: istanbul@britishside.com
Phone: +90 212 327 5151
