RESULTS day is very tiring for students applying to university – but there are plenty of options for those who didn’t get the grades they needed.
It can be very stressful to find out that your grades aren’t what you expected, but there’s no need to panic.
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Children and parents across the country have increased pressure to succeed in exams and be accepted into university.
And if it turns out that your scores don’t meet the mark, experts say there are paths forward that can help rectify the situation.
Skills Development Scotland (SDS) careers adviser Gina Kelly said panicking is “a natural thing” for students, but there are measures in place that can give children a second chance to get onto their degree course. dreams.
The expert said: “Many of our calls come from parents or young people who have not achieved the grades they were looking for and we do our best to reassure them that there is no need to panic.
“Obviously, it can be disappointing if you have a result that perhaps affects your entry into university, but there is no right or wrong way to achieve your goals and there are always different options.”
She continued: “Results day is very emotional for some people. It can be overwhelming and we just want to be there to support people.
“Our advice varies from person to person. We might advise them to talk to their guidance teacher at school, to go to university, or if they come back to the clearing, we’ll talk to them about that too.”
Compensation is a second chance for students to get a place at university.
It works by matching those looking for a place with places on unfilled courses.
And for those who achieve better results than expected, it is also an opportunity to look for a course with higher entry requirements.
Students can search the UCAS website and call their chosen university directly to discuss the matter in more detail.
Studying at college can also act as a springboard to progress at university.
But there are alternatives that students can pursue if university is not the right option for them.
Different types of apprenticeships are available that can give students the opportunity to improve their skills and gain practical work experience.
SDS offers a Results Hotline that young people can call for advice on next steps.
Gina added: “We’re here waiting for calls, looking to help people and there’s lots of different advice we can give. We will help in any way we can.”
The Results Hotline will be live until the weekend.
The number to call is 0808 100 8000.
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