Have recently seen poster talking about accommodation problems with clearing places, but heard a worrying story this week from a friend.
A DC firmed Imperial College for Physics, needed A A A (predicted).
DC got the grades, but in the wrong subjects, should have got A for Maths, got A. Did get the A Physics.
Ok, so far, so fair - did miss the prescribed grades.
Accepted his insurance offer same day - Birmingham, then told there was no accommodation, would be sorted out when they arrived.
Arrived to find chaotic accommodation situation.
In a big hall, student told to get in to group of four (no-one knew anyone at that point - and go out and look for accommodation - ie rental properties in Birmingham.)
The DC was not street-wise - from a semi-rural setting, but even for a 'streetwise' 18 year old would have been a very harsh intro to Uni.
My DC will not be applying to Birmingham!
Talk to other parents whose children are preparing for university on our Higher Education forum.
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Firm v insurance - slightly worrying Birmingham and accommodation)
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