Blog Posts tagged Student

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Can I do a degree with two A Levels?

by Anita Naik

Dropping one of your A Levels or not making it through your mocks in one subject doesn't mean you can no longer get a degree or go to university. While most universities require three A-levels, there are things you can do that will help you get into university with two A Levels.

These range from vo...

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Degree or degree apprenticeship?

by Anita Naik

Getting a degree still opens doors, gives you broader career prospects, higher salaries and, in the eyes of many employers, a belief that you are more 'job-ready'. Despite this, students are increasingly concerned that a degree no longer represents good value for money. The Public Attitudes to Highe...

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Best degrees to fight climate change

by Anita Naik

According to the World Economic Forum, job vacancies in the eco sector are rising, but professionals with green skills are in short supply.

Job postings for 'green' jobs are also growing nearly twice as fast as the number of workers with the skills to fill them. According to key findings of LinkedI...

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Writing your personal statement - do's and don'ts

by Anita Naik

Writing a personal statement is never easy, but knowing what admission tutors want can make it easier. Here are the dos and don'ts to putting one together.

For 2026/27, entry of personal statements is being made more accessible; instead of writing two pages of A4, students will need to answer the f...

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How to excel at university

by Anita Naik

Starting university is a tough call for many students. Not only are the expectations and processes at university different from school, but there's often a change in how lectures are given, more independent study, and the added stress of life admin, new friends, and social life.

Whether you're stru...

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