There is such competition for places on Political Sciences courses that the decisions you make today regarding your institution of study will have a significant impact upon your future; particularly if you want to pursue a career in political research. If this is the case, it is best to investigate the links your chosen establishment has and whether you could use these links in order to gain valuable work experience and network.
Another consideration to take into account is the cost of your course, as well as the grade requirements. Most Universities will only accept graduates with strong A-level, so before deciding that law is the course for you, check that your predicted grades meet these requirements.
Of course it is also important to choose somewhere that will make you happy for the duration of your course, particularly if you’re opting to live away from home. Wherever you choose to study, your degree will end up costing you a lot of money, so you need to ensure that you get the most out of your time as a student. As such it is important that you consider whether the surrounding culture will add to the pleasure of your University years as well as academic benefits of studying at a particular institution.
Most importantly, you must ask yourself whether you can really afford the fees? Can you afford the living costs of your chosen locality? Your time at University will last a minimum of 3 years, so it is essential that you budget for both the cost of your degree and your maintenance.
If you’re struggling to secure funding, there are a number of scholarships and grants available.