Art and Design Foundation

Thinking of going to University or already applied? These handy resources will help you on your way to making a decision about what to study and prepare you for student life.


Choosing Your University Degree

Choosing Your University Degree

With over 50,000 undergraduate university courses to choose from in the UK, it can be difficult to know where to start as you aim to decide what course is right for you. Here's our advice on the things you should consider and where you can do your research.

Why Go to University?

Why Go to University

You may be thinking about going to university but want to learn more about the benefits before making a definitive decision. Perhaps our top reasons for going to university can help you decide.

Effective Budgeting at University

Effective Budgeting at University

佛r anyone preparing to start university in 2021, here are our handy tips on saving money and making the student loan go far.

Time to Reflect- Questions Worksheet

Time to Reflect- Questions Worksheet

A worksheet that students can complete to help them reflect on what is important to them and what they are passionate about. The answers could help them consider what and how they would like to learn in the future.

UWTSD Student Union Cookbook

UWTSD Student Union Cookbook

佛r those students going to university in September 2021, now is a great time to start working on their kitchen skills! This is a recipe book created by the University’s Students' Union with ideas and suggestions on some simple but delicious meals and snacks.

Podcast on Staying Sane during Covid-19 and What to Expect at Uni

Made for Uni Podcast

A podcast presented by UWTSD students who discuss how we can look after ourselves during this strange and difficult time and how to prepare for university.

Why UWTSD?

Why UWTSD?

Thinking about going to Uni and considering UWTSD?
Here we outline some of the main reasons why we believe you should become a part of the UTWSD family.

Preparing for the Next Academic Step

Preparing for the Next Academic Step

A poster offering suggestions to students who plan on going to University on how to keep their minds active and start preparing for their next academic step.