UCAS Clearing and Adjustment Advice for Chesterfield Students
Young people hoping to study nursing or healthcare in Chesterfield are being offered advice about clearing and adjustment ahead of A-Level results day on 16th August.
The advice comes from St Helena – the University of Derby’s newest campus, which offers high-standard facilities including an NHS-standard mock hospital ward, immersive interactive simulation suite, clinical skills suite and a business incubation unit.
The University of Derby explains that clearing and adjustment is aimed at students who are new applicants for this September, have changed their mind since applying, or expect their results will be different to those predicted.
Before results day, students are encouraged to get hold of the UCAS Clearing list by visiting UCAS Search and selecting the Clearing 2018 option. This facility is available now and will give students an opportunity to see what’s currently available (more choices will appear on results day).
For the best chance of being successful, the University of Derby recommends that students prepare the night before and ring as soon as lines open, bearing in mind that some university hotlines will open earlier than normal office hours.
On results day students should have important details to hand including their UCAS number, exam results and log-in details for Track, as well as their personal statement and any questions they would like to ask.
The University of Derby recommends finding a quiet place to call, keeping calm and remembering to ask for the contact details of people on the phone and written confirmation of any offers, as well as the expiry date.
Courses available to access through clearing and adjustment at the University of Derby include: BSc Adult Nursing (September and March start), BSc Mental Health Nursing (September and March start) and BSc Health and Social Care (Sep start only).
Dr Paula Holt, Pro Vice-Chancellor Dean, College of Health and Social Care at the University of Derby, said: “St Helena in Chesterfield is a great place to study. Our facilities are outstanding, including a full mock ward so students can practice developing new skills safely.”
“Our teaching staff are experienced professionals as well as credible academics and offer a true personal touch, getting to know our students well and supporting them to succeed on their courses.”
“All our programmes include real world learning, with nursing students spending 50% of their time in clinical practice, and Health and Social Care students having placement opportunities. These experiences prepare our students for the workplace, with 100% of our graduate nurses being employed.”
“Many of our Chesterfield students are local, and represent the full age spectrum from 18-year-old school / college leavers to those in their 50s. Some of our more mature learners have had other careers before considering the caring professions, or have been bringing up a family, with many having completed an access course.”
“As a University, we are committed to facilitating career progression and are supporting Health and Social Care Assistants to become Nursing Associates and Assistant Practitioners through a Foundation Degree route, equipping them with the ability to progress their careers even further in future should they choose.”
To speak to the admissions staff and find out more about clearing call 01332 592018 or visit the University of Derby’s website.
