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Which of the following academic factors ( if any ) were important to you when you were deciding where to apply ? Please select all that apply � Academic reputation of universities � Graduate employment prospects � University position in league tables � Course position in league tables � Scores from the National Student Survey ( NSS ) � Course and course content � Quality of the study facilities � University bursaries / scholarships � Cost of the course � Incentives ( e . g . laptops , cash etc .) � Unconditional offer scheme � Teaching quality for my chosen subject � Teaching and assessment methods � Staff to student ratios � Research quality for my chosen subject � Entry requirements were realistic � University links with industry / employers � Opportunity of a placement � Opportunity to learn a language � Opportunity to study abroad � Funding opportunities � University reputation � University brand reputation ( academic credentials ) � None � Other ( please specify ) ____________________
Which of the following non-academic factors ( if any ) were important to you when you were deciding where to apply ? Please select all that apply � The appearance of the campus / university buildings � Cost of living in the area � Distance from parental / permanent home � Parent or family members decided � I could continue to live at home and study � Proximity to the coast / seaside � Universities in or close to city centres � The social life of the area / university � A friendly and supportive atmosphere � Reviews from other students � Safety of campus / local area � Quality of information or experience received after a University Open Day ( before you received an offer ) � Quality of information or experience received after the Applicant Open Day ( after you received an offer ) � Availability or standard of accommodation � Universities ' attitudes towards environmental issues � Availability of local employment whilst studying � Support and Wellbeing services � Sports and recreation facilities � University reputation � University brand reputation ( non-academic credentials ) � University brochures , websites , publications , etc . � None � Other ( please specify ) ____________________
What was more appealing about your course at the University of Portsmouth compared to courses elsewhere ? Please select all that apply