• University

    12 helpful tips for writing a killer personal statement

    So you’ve narrowed down your choices, decided what course you want to go for and are ready to apply. There’s only one thing standing in your way now: your personal statement. In this article, you can find 12 helpful tips for writing a killer personal statement. The application process may be different depending on how you apply to your chosen university. For example, I applied directly to the university through UCAS; however, if you’re applying when you’re already in education, there’s a different method. Click here to read about the whole process, including what you need to include. Remember you are limited to 4000 characters or 47 lines of text (including spaces).…

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    Is the first week of University important?

    So, uni is just around the corner, and you want to know what’s what? This article poses a question that’s probably on every student’s mind before starting uni. Is the first week of University important? You can also find out exactly what to expect in your first week. From welcome lectures to partying hard, this is a real example from a genuine past student (me) who ended up with a First Class Honours degree 😁 Before reading this post, it might be a good idea to check out ’10 things you may not know about university‘. Well then, is it? The answer isn’t as straightforward as you might think. For some,…

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    10 things you may not know about University

    Think you know everything there is to know? Here are 10 things you may not know about University. I’m sure each University is different, but I’m sure many of them share the same characteristics. You may be wondering what qualifies me to give this information/advice. I’m not saying I’m an expert, but I did end up with a First Class Honours degree, so it must be at least worth a read, right? Number 1: Anal about citations Every University seems to have its own take on how your academic work should be referenced. The most likely referencing technique you’ll use is Harvard depending on your course. When citing this method, lecturers can…