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What is It Like to Change Universities?

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Whether you’re not happy in your chosen university, the city you moved to isn’t quite what you thought it would be or you simply don’t want to be there anymore, there are many reasons why people transfer universities during their degree. Here’s why it’s totally ok to make this change and how to do it… […]

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Business Beckons – Not University

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Once you’ve finished your ‘A’ Levels or diploma in Business Studies, the amount of post-18 options out there is bafflingly high. However, the two most well-trodden paths are going to university and finding a job. With the average student debt standing at a whopping £44,000 and no guarantee of a job at the end of […]

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5 Reasons Why it’s a Good Idea to Get a Degree

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If you’re in any doubt as to the benefits of getting a degree, and think the main point is to be able to put a couple of letters after your name, you may want to think again… Studies show there are many far reaching benefits of having a degree that are sustained throughout your whole […]

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Why You Should Base Your Target Grades on Your Ambition, Not Your Track Record

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Academic coach Lucy Parsons explains why you shouldn’t let your predicted grades hold you back and to always work towards your ambitions. “You are not a robot. You’re a living, breathing human being. But you wouldn’t know it from the way that schools behave. They’re crazy about data; it’s like they’re running a factory full […]

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Studying is stressful – work experience is where the real learning happens

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My first year of university was nothing short of catastrophic. I lost hours of sleep over feeling not clever enough, constantly weighing the option of dropping out against my lack of any plan B. I trudged through the university process, eventually finishing my first year – which was meant to be the “fun year” – […]

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9 Traits that make a great cyber professional

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1. A love of technology and gadgets Having a love of current technology but also keeping an eye out for future developments. Keeping pace with technology out of personal interest means you’ll have a higher awareness of the current threats and defences. 2. A dislike of software and hardware limitations Have you ever used a […]

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Top 10 Tips for Surviving Part-time Study

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Part-time study offers up a fantastic opportunity to pursue something new without sacrificing the old. Much like the SAVA School of Surveying, many institutions offering part-time study are sensitive to the issue of debt and aim to give enough flexibility for you to seek employment (or, indeed, to remain in employment) while you learn. Just […]

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Essential outfit choices for an Interview

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According to a new survey conducted by Matalan, 81% of UK managers expect to see a candidate wearing formalwear to an interview with 40% ruling out a candidate for dressing too casually. Almost 40% of hiring managers would prefer to see a candidate wearing either a full suit or formal dress at an interview, with […]

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4 Public Speaking Tips That Will Increase Your Interview Success Rate

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What makes the difference when there are several applicants equally qualified in terms of skills and experience for a particular job?  How does an interviewer make the decision about which one is hired? Although a potential employer will of course read your CV and investigate your background, the actual decision about hiring you will be […]

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Gap Year Planning

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Missed out on a university place and forced to take a year out? Or have a uni or apprenticeship place booked but want to travel for a bit before diving into your career? Then joining the ever-growing cohort of gappers doing something worthwhile for a year is an option that could improve your future prospects […]

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