Staying productive during lockdown

With universities resorting to teaching online due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, many students are having to take online lectures and adapt to learning from home. While this may come with advantages, it also poses some disadvantages for students. Online learning as opposed to face to face learning can sometimes feel like a challenge, so […]

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Student budgeting tips

Budgeting is key to figuring out your expenses and keeping tabs on your money. Knowing how much money you are spending and identifying expenses will help you with your financial stability while increasing your financial literacy skills. Take these things into account when you start:   What is your average student income? And how can […]

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What countries make up the United Kingdom?

Did you know The ‘United Kingdom’ refers to the political union of the 4 nations?   The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland is made up of four countries on the island of Great Britain alongside Northern Ireland. While united, each country is unique and has their own identity.   Some fun facts: […]

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Pathways: How to get into Medicine

Studying medicine is a great way to make a real difference in people’s lives. A career in medicine covers a wide choice of careers and specialities and can be highly rewarding where your knowledge is applied constantly, which is one of the reasons why the medical profession is such a well-respected profession. Being a people-person […]

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Types of UK Degrees Explained

If you’re thinking about going to university, you may be wondering about the types of different degree levels and the right one for you. To make it more clear, the common types of UK degrees have been outlined:  Higher National Diploma (Level 5): A qualification that is awarded by further education institutions and is equivalent […]

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How to write a personal statement

A personal statement is a type of admissions essay that is used to evaluate your reasons for applying to a course and university while assessing your suitability, background and self-achievements. This type of essay supports your application to applying at university and gives you the chance to showcase your skills, abilities and achievements to be […]

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How to request a reference letter for university

References are one-to two-page letters provided by former teachers, lecturers and professional colleagues as part of the university admission process. They are used to highlight the student’s academic history and character that is used so universities are able to have a better insight of the student applying. These can be written by academics and professionals […]

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Reasons to get a degree

If you have any doubts about pursuing higher education or if you’re wondering if getting a degree is the right decision for you, we’ve written an article covering the benefits students can sustain throughout their life after earning a degree. Boost career prospects  Earning a degree allows you to prepare for a specialised career in […]

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