Welcome to the pilot episode of Path to Uni, part of the Southampton Sessions podcast series — your go-to space for navigating the journey to university. Hosted from the Highfield Campus studio, this episode dives into the questions every prospective student is asking as application deadlines approach and revision season ramps up. From UCAS forms to personal statements to the nail-biting run-up to results day, we’re breaking it all down.

Joining student host Habibah are two current University of Southampton students: Freya, studying Neuroscience, and Faisal, a Medicine student. They’ll share honest insights from their own experiences — what they wish they’d known, what actually helped, and the things they might do differently if they were applying all over again.

To give you the inside track on how applications are really assessed, Stacey, Head of Admissions Operations at Southampton, also joins the conversation. She brings clarity to the process, busts common myths, and answers the big questions students you're asking on forums and sending in to us directly.

Whether you’re polishing your UCAS application, stressing about your personal statement, or simply figuring out your next steps, this episode is here to guide you through the final push. Tune in, take a breath — you’re in the right place.

Check out more application and advice on our website: www.southampton.ac.uk/applyingtouniversity

Our Southampton Sessions music is written by current University of Southampton students:

Megan Gillett - https://www.megangillett.com/ @megangillett.composition

Aran - details coming soon!