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Is It Worth Getting a Tutor for GCSE?

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When students are preparing for their GCSEs, it can definitely seem overwhelming. You may feel that you don’t know enough or think that your high school teachers haven’t been sufficiently helpful. Consequently, looking for a tutor is a logical next step, as tutors are mostly …

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How Long is a PGCE?

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If your dream career is teaching, you may have heard of the PGCE qualification – a Postgraduate Certificate in Education. It may not be compulsory to become a teacher, however it can definitely help you to stand out! Regardless, some students may be hesitant when …

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How many references for UCAS?

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The UCAS system is the way to apply for university in the UK. There are several different sections to keep track of on the application, from basic personal details, to the personal statement, to your actual subject and university choices. One less talked about part …

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What is the Flipped Learning Approach?

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There are lots of different teaching methods used in school and universities across the UK. As a student, you might not know the names of the whole range of approaches teachers use – but it’s still likely that you will be familiar with how they …

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What is a Graduate Certificate?

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Life as an undergraduate is certainly busy, and you may feel like you don’t really have time to consider all your postgraduate options – should you move into employment and start earning a wage, or maybe try to progress further in higher education to earn …

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Is A-Level Maths Compulsory?

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A-Level Maths is one of the most popular A-Levels in the UK, but it isn’t for everyone, and that’s completely fine! You only have a limited number of A-Level choices, so it’s important that you choose the subjects you like and know you will perform …