There are so many possible options when leaving high school. Some people have had their path planned out since primary school while others will graduate high school still unsure of what they would like to do. Either way, there will be a course out there, …
Top 10 Revision Techniques 2025
Exams are, unfortunately, a vital and necessary part of every student’s school experience. Whether it’s low stakes spelling tests in primary school, or final exams after two years of preparation for GCSEs or A-Levels, we are tested throughout our education. With this comes the need …
What is a Degree Apprenticeship?
At the college I went to degree apprenticeships were nowhere near as advertised as traditional university. That is why I understand how trying to find simple information about this qualification can be frustrating. You may have only heard it in passing or perhaps it was …
Does Oxford University Have Uniforms?
Uniform is compulsory attire that students are required to wear when they attend both primary and secondary school in the UK. When considering university, generally there are not any uniform requirements, rather students are expected to dress smartly and only wear academic dress for graduation …
How to Make a Student House Look Nice?
Many university students choose to move into a student house for their second and third years of study. Student houses have many benefits in terms of their location and facilities. Compared to a room in halls of residence student houses are generally a lot larger. …
What is a Contextual Offer and Are You Eligible?
The university application process; full of unanswered questions, sometimes confusing terminology, and often, some fairly vague definitions. This article doesn’t aim to tackle all the queries you may have about the process but should hopefully provide an insight into a particular type of offer you …
How Long are Cambridge University Interviews?
So, it sounds like you have your Cambridge university interview coming up and you’re wondering how long the dreaded moment will last. If I’ve got that right, this article – hopefully – will make for an interesting read. Let’s start with some context: In 2019, …
How to Receive Extra Time For GCSE, A-Level and University Exams
Since the 2010s, conversations about extra time for disadvantaged students have become more and more popular. In the UK, extra time was never an important or particularly well-known concept. However, the government and other figures over-seeing education in the UK have started to realise its …
Why is University Accommodation So Expensive?
One of the main things students think about when applying to university is their accommodation. If you have decided to move away from home for university, sorting accommodation should be on the top of your to-do list! Accommodation can vary in price depending on your …
Why is University so Expensive?
University is a big change from school. Many students find the process of moving away from home and becoming self-sufficient overwhelming. One factor which contributes to this is the high cost of university. It can seem extortionate at first, but once you know the reasoning …