The University of Oxford is a very prestigious university, and it has been ranked as the best in the world for multiple years. For this reason, Oxford University is a ‘dream’ university for many students. Some students have no interest in going to Oxford, which …
Wondering Why Your Maintenance Loan Is So Low? | 10+ Potential Reasons
For many students in the UK, the maintenance loan they receive through the student finance system is their main source of income to fund their university life. Often, it is the first time students have had to manage their own finances, and there are a …
Is Work Experience Compulsory in Year 10?
It is only natural for students to wonder about their future and what it holds. For some, this means thinking about exams and further education. For others, especially those with friends and family in older years, this can manifest as thinking about jobs and work …
Coursework vs Exams: What’s Easier? (Pros and Cons)
Coursework and exams are two different techniques used to assess students on certain subjects. Both of these methods can seem like a drag when trying to get a good grade, as they both take so many hours of work! However, is it true that one …
Did a University Reject You? Here Are 10 Possible Reasons Why
There can be so much involved in getting your university application together. From actually writing your personal statement to doing the reading, work experience and courses that you need to make it look good. Having been there myself, I know just how stressful and ultimately …
What are CertHEs? | Equivalency, UCAS Points and more
Whether you’re contemplating what to do after sixth form or college or if you’re looking at ways to further your education even at a later stage, it’s important to understand what the different types of education that you can do are in order to make …
GCSE Exams: What are You Allowed to Bring? (Calculator, Pen, etc)
With the transition of students to Year 11, there is the inevitable pressure of exams on the horizon. Undoubtedly, this brings with it nervousness for exams of such a huge scale – after all, this is the first time almost all pupils experience such crucial …
Is a Certificate of Higher Education the Same as a HNC?
If you have read up on the Certificate of Higher Education and the HNC (Higher National Certificate), you have probably noticed that they are pretty similar qualifications. As a result, it can be confusing to understand why these qualifications have different names if they are …
Does Oxford University Accept BTECs?
Oxford University is one of the most prestigious universities in the UK. Due to its high level of academic status and rigorous research opportunities it offers to students, it’s no wonder that it is so competitive! Many students across the country long to get through …
11 Potential Reasons Why Schools Start So Early
The majority of students hate Monday mornings. After a weekend of lie ins and relaxing, they have to wake up to the dreaded alarm clock. Personally, I wanted to throw my alarm clock out the window every school morning. School just seems to start too …