In the UK, universities can be very different from earlier forms of education, such as school or college. This is especially in terms of the level of education. However, it can also be in terms of the social aspects that you can experience at university …
Is a 2.1 Degree Good?
While it can be hard to define, sometimes it is important to understand how good your grade is. This is especially as it could lead to opportunities in the future or even limit them both in an academic sense and in a working sense. This …
What is a Student Certificate?
If you are a university student, and have found the new world of taxes, or other forms of identification, you may have come across student certificates. These can be used in many real-world situations, and can be a very useful document, which can save you …
What is a Drop-in Session at Uni?
When you first get your university timetable, you will see lots of allocations for lectures, seminars and tutorials. If you are taking a practical based subject like science, you should expect to see scheduled workshops and practicals as well. However, these aren’t the only type …
What Are Voluntary Aided Schools?
For many students and parents alike, the UK school system can be a bit overwhelming and confusing to navigate. This is partly due to the nature of schools in the UK, and the different types. It can be difficult to decide where to apply because …
Masters or Master’s Degree?
Are you writing up an important document like a CV, and aren’t sure how to properly state your qualifications? Don’t worry, you aren’t the only one. It’s important to declare your qualifications correctly and professionally. With so many terms, it’s hard to know which ones …
A Guide to University Holidays
University holidays are probably every university student’s favourite time of the year. Even with work, holidays are a great opportunity to relax and take a break from the stresses of university life. However, since university is such a big change from primary and secondary school, …
How Long is a Dissertation?
Dissertations can definitely seem terrifying! They require immense amounts of focus and research. You will probably need to spend a lot of time working on your dissertation if you want to achieve an impressive degree at university. Therefore, they can be extremely overwhelming when you …
What Happens to Your Student Loans if You Die?
A lot of people know about student loans, and if you are paying them right now, or know someone paying them, then you would have heard about how long it takes to pay them back, due to regulations in place. There are also many other …
Can You Get Kicked Out of Sixth Form For Attendance?
Sixth form is a very common option for further education for students aged 16-18. It is also quite commonly known that sixth form at this point is not the only option available to students. Whatever you do post-16, attendance is important, but especially in sixth …