Being rejected from a university can be devastating. Especially when you had your mind set on studying there. When the time comes again to apply to university, can you reapply to a university that rejected you? No matter how many times you have applied to …
30+ Ways to Improve Your Focus and Concentration
Focusing on work can be one of the hardest barriers at school to improving your grades and not being able to focus is incredibly frustrating. This article will teach you tried and tested ways to improve concentration and focus. As well as methods for studying …
How to Do a Great Presentation – A Student’s 15+ Tips
The aim of a presentation is primarily to inform, teach, and present an idea to an audience. Presentations typically last fewer than fifteen minutes, however, the work and effort that goes into creating them is what makes a presentation great. Working hard on your presentation …
What to Do After Accepting Your University Offer
Receiving offers from your universities is an exciting experience. But once you have accepted your offer, what happens next? If you accept an unconditional offer, you will ultimately have peace of mind and confidence that you have a guaranteed place at the university. However, the …
Which Russell Group Universities Accept BTECs?
Every year, up and down the country, thousands of students decide to further their education after GCSEs. Students usually go on to study A-Levels and BTECs at Sixth Form College. The vast majority of these students choose to do this with the ultimate goal of …
Top 5 Best Places to Buy Second-Hand University Textbooks
The majority of university courses, no matter which university you go to, require their students to buy their own textbooks. It is no surprise that these books when bought brand new can be pretty expensive. Different courses will require different types and amounts of textbooks …
What Happens if You Get Caught Plagiarising in University?
University is an exciting time for many, with many new opportunities. The majority of degrees at university require essays and dissertations to be completed independently. Understandably, many students find this difficult and turn to less than favourable methods of getting the highest mark possible – …
Are Language Degrees Worth Studying at University?
Languages are an intrinsic part of a person’s identity and culture. With the integration of societies, many of us find ourselves surrounded by a myriad of languages and dialects, in both our school and personal lives. Although English is arguably the most highlighted and spoken …
Do You Have to be a Student to Live in Student Housing in the UK?
The hectic transition between leaving Sixth Form College and beginning university can be a source of stress, especially to those who must move over the summer holiday. Students must be ready by September for the academic year. Often, students will have many questions about their …
When Are You Allowed to Apply for Student Finance?
Student finance is a government benefit that lightens the load for many students that wish to pursue further education. The student finance plan provides a loan to help pay for university living costs (usually rent) and tuition fees. Additional allowances also may be on the …