You may have watched your parents struggle with the taxes, as they try to navigate paying all of their bills. As a student, this could definitely be seen as daunting, as everyone knows, most students are broke! Learning how to budget as a student can …
Do University Students Pay For The Dentist?
Often, healthcare is overlooked by students on their path to university. It is, admittedly, not the first thing thought of when planning to go to uni. However, it is extremely important to be aware of the options available in case something happens. One such area …
GCSE English Language vs Literature: What’s the Difference?
Unlike the sciences, while English is split into different sub-subjects, they are still somewhat similar. You might find yourself asking, what exactly is the benefit to studying them separately? Should you pick one over the other, and if so, which one? It’s completely normal to …
What Percentage of Master’s Students Get a Distinction in the UK?
If you are studying an undergraduate degree or already have one under your belt, you may think about furthering your education by studying a master’s degree. Choosing whether to study a master’s degree can be a difficult decision. To help, you may want to consider …
How to Manage Stress at University – A Student’s Advice
When you hear someone talk about their time at university, they’ll probably tell you how stressful it is. You might think “I’ll be fine!”, but the truth is that you don’t know what challenges you’ll face at university. It’s better to catch stress earlier than …
Transition From GCSE to A-Level Maths: A Student’s Guide
The transition from GCSEs to A-Levels is a difficult one and can take some time to get used to. It can be especially difficult when you take a subject like Maths which is notoriously hard. Although it is not compulsory at A-Level, roughly 90,000 students …
What Does AS and A-Level Stand For?
If you are familiar with the British education system, particularly if you are in secondary school, you may also be familiar with the term A-Levels. If you are in Year 11, you may even have selected the A-Levels that you plan on taking at sixth …
What Are University Open Days?
In the UK, applying to university can be an incredibly difficult process. You have to get the subjects, the grades and your personal statement all right to fit the entry requirements for your dream course. Plus, you only get 5 chances! With these 5 chances, …
How Do You Hire a Graduation Gown?
As students, graduation can feel like a faraway goal. It’s something to aspire to after you work your absolute hardest to ace your exams. In a way, it’s a way of rewarding everything you have put into your degree. From the late nights finishing up …
What is an Intercalated Degree?
If you are familiar with the process of becoming a doctor, you will know that it is an incredibly difficult and long process. The first step of this process is completing a degree in medicine. This is commonly referred to as an MBBS. A typical …