A recent study conducted by the Russell Group Students’ Unions, representing 24 prestigious higher education institutions in the UK, has revealed that one in five students at these universities are contemplating dropping out due to the cost of living crisis. The research highlights the severe impact of soaring prices on students, particularly those from disadvantaged…
In our ongoing series highlighting underrated career paths, we aim to shed light on professions that often go unnoticed but play a vital role in our society. In this post, we turn our attention to the fascinating world of air traffic controllers. Understanding what Air Traffic Controllers do Air traffic controllers are the unsung heroes…
In an increasingly globalized world, the ability to communicate across borders and bridge cultural gaps has become a vital skill. While many students are aware of the benefits of pursuing traditional degrees, such as business or engineering, there is a lesser-known and often underrated field of study that holds immense value – Modern Languages. A…
What are some of the best non-Russell Group universities in the UK? Some of the best non-Russell Group universities in the UK include the University of St Andrews, Durham University, Lancaster University, and the University of Bath. These universities are known for their academic excellence, strong industry connections, and vibrant campus life. Many prospective students…
As a student, you are constantly thinking about the future and what it may hold in terms of employment and finding a career you enjoy. The secret is, regardless of what you study, there are important traits you must possess to secure any form of employment. Without them, you may struggle to find work in…
While in the past I may have written many negative things about my experiences studying biomedical science, my general outlook on the degree has never been totally cynical! Having been out of the degree for several years now, I have had some time to reflect on my biomedical science experiences. This has led me to…
With the recent pandemic, public health has been getting a lot of attention. Many students are now considering whether a career in public health is for them or not. Having done a public health degree, it can be tricky to advise people without being biased to the benefits of the discipline. In this post, however,…
We’ve all been there! Everyone who has ever made the decision to study for an undergraduate or postgraduate degree has considered either taking time off, or quitting altogether! Degrees like biomedical science and medicine suffer from high dropout rates from their cohorts, and this is a problem that universities must handle better. Maybe it’s the…
In many societies becoming a doctor is seen as a very prestigious passageway into earning lots of money and being socially respected. This makes it a challenging degree to get accepted into in the first place because so many people are applying which drives up the competition greatly. Typically, to become a doctor, you would…
If you simply haven’t had the time or will to study for your modules prior to the exam, this is possibly the best guide you have to make up for lost time and still manage to ace your exams! It certainly is a common thing, especially during undergraduate study that exams are coming so fast,…
