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 Should You Make a Revision Timetable?
As students, we know that we should revise, but we can often find it hard when it actually comes down to it. Sometimes we may feel unsure of where to begin. Otherwise, we may feel that we don’t have enough time to fit everything in. …
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. …
KS3 Grading Explained (for Years 7, 8 and 9)
Starting secondary school can be stressful, especially as there are so many new things to get used to. From the bigger size of the school itself and larger number of other students to the increased homework and need for independence. Arguably, one of the biggest …
Can You Work Full Time and Study Full Time in the UK?
Most students, with exceptions of course, don’t have massively deep pockets when it comes to term time. As a result, many students wonder the following questions: Are you allowed to work full-time whilst studying on a full-time course? Should you work full-time whilst studying on …
School Ofsted Inspections
Ofsted inspection results can make or break the reputation of an academic institution, be it a secondary school or another type of education provider. Although the main aim of the inspections is to identify areas of improvement, there is no doubt that they have become …
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, …
When Do Cambridge Offers (and Interviews) Come Out?
Applying to the University of Cambridge to read for any subject is certainly a daunting process for most applicants. There are lots of confusing, unanswered, and frankly quite important questions that are asked every year about the process as a whole by applicants. In this …