Information for parents & carers

Are you a parent/carer of a young person exploring the possibility of Higher Education? Explore this page to find out more about Student Finance, advice and guidance on UCAS applications, the benefits of studying at university, and much more. You can also catch up with our recent parents and carers University Information Evening or register to attend one of our upcoming open days.

If you have any questions, our supportive team are available across all areas for information on career opportunities, financial support, learning support and accommodation. Get in touch using our contact form.

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University Information Evening

We know that there is a lot to think about if your child is planning on going to university, but there are lots of resources available to help you with the application journey.

At our recent Parents University Information Evening, our Dean of Higher Education and external speakers such as Higher Horizons and Student Finance England shared valuable information about applying to university, the benefits of gaining a degree and the funding options available.

If you couldn’t make the event, or if you want to catch up with anything from the evening, you can watch all the presentations and watch the full recording at: Parents University Information Evening

What are the benefits of studying at university?

Hear from Jess Newton, Chester Hub Project Officer at Higher Horizons+  explain some of the many benefits of studying at university.

Find out more by watching the videos below: 

Can I afford to go to university?

Why choose higher education at UCR?

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UCAS application deadline

The equal consideration deadline to apply for a course starting in September 2025 through UCAS is 6pm on 29 January 2025.

For more information about other key dates throughout the year, including other opportunities to apply, visit the dates and deadlines page on the UCAS website.

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OPEN DAYS

Tour our beautiful campus and try some amazing taster sessions at our upcoming Open Day

HOW TO APPLY

Read our top tips for advice and guidance on completing the UCAS application

ASPIRE BURSARY

Did you know? Students could receive £1000 for progressing from RHC onto Higher Education here at UCR

Discover more

Find out more about the local area, take a 360 virtual tour of our campus, view our transport routes and find out more about additional support, including bursaries and our health and wellbeing service.

Get in touch

If you would like to watch a recording of our recent parent/guardian information evening, or if you have any further questions, please fill out our enquiry form.

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