Here are the questions we are most commonly asked by students, parents, schools and universities. If you have a question that isn’t answered here, contact us at hello@alreadydoingit.co.uk.
What is Already Doing It?
Already Doing It is a UK platform connecting sixth form students with vetted university students and graduates for honest 1:1 video sessions before they choose their degree.
How much does a session cost?
Sessions cost £30 and last 30 minutes. Some schools offer sessions at reduced or zero cost through their pilot programme. Contact your school’s Careers Leader to find out if your school is participating.
How do I find a mentor?
Visit alreadydoingit.co.uk, search by subject and university and browse mentor profiles. Booking takes less than five minutes.
Is it safe?
Yes. All mentors are identity verified and have completed safeguarding training. Students under 18 must have a parent or guardian present at the start of the session. Our full safeguarding policy is at alreadydoingit.co.uk/safeguarding-policy.
What happens in a session?
Sessions are 30 minutes via Google Meet. You lead the conversation with your questions. Your mentor answers honestly about their experience of studying your chosen subject at your chosen university.
Can I choose my own mentor?
Yes — you choose your mentor based on their subject, university and personal profile. You are never assigned a mentor.
What subjects and universities are covered?
Already Doing It covers over 300 subject and university combinations across every major UK university including Oxbridge, Russell Group and specialist institutions.
What is the free pilot?
The free pilot includes 10 fully funded sessions for selected Year 12 or 13 students, full safeguarding oversight, pre and post session surveys and a complete Impact Report formatted for Gatsby Benchmark evidence. Cost to the school is £0.
Which Gatsby Benchmarks does Already Doing It evidence?
Every session evidences Gatsby Benchmarks 2, 3 and 7. Sessions with graduate mentors in employment additionally evidence Benchmark 5.
How much admin is involved for school staff?
None. Already Doing It handles all scheduling, safeguarding, surveys and reporting. Your only involvement is sharing the booking link with students.
How do we apply for a pilot?
Contact Dan at hello@alreadydoingit.co.uk or call 0121 409 1690. Pilot places are limited and allocated on a first come first served basis.
How does Already Doing It support Access and Participation Plans?
Already Doing It generates measurable data on student confidence and decision making that maps directly to APP outcome metrics. Sessions provide personalised pre-application guidance for students from underrepresented groups. Contact us to discuss partnership opportunities.
Can our students become mentors?
Yes — we are always looking for trained, motivated university students to join our mentor network.
Visit alreadydoingit.co.uk to apply.
© 2026 Already Doing It Ltd. All rights reserved. The information on this site is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute professional career or admissions advice. Student Mentor Sessions and Our Insider Guides reflect student perspectives; always verify specific course details, entry requirements, and module lists with the official University Prospectus before applying.
