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In this section, we’ll give you all the general advice you need when studying at university or college as well as some information regarding A Levels, GCSEs, T Levels and university entrance exams.

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Our general advice section is the perfect place to come for students that are looking to learn about everything. In this section, we’ll take a look at some of the different university courses you will come across, how to handle university open days, the different kinds of university entrance exams and what life is like at university.

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How does the UK university grading system work?Sep 22nd 2025 · 5 min readWhether you’re already studying or are about to, it is important to understand ...

BTEC Results Day 2025Aug 14th 2025 · 3 min readToday's the day! BTEC Results Day 2025 is here, on Thursday 14th August. Pr...

When is T Level Results Day? Here's what to expectAug 14th 2025Today's the day! T Level results will be released on Thursday 14th August 2...

SQA Results Day 2025Aug 6th 2025 · 8 min readSQA Results Day is on Tuesday 5 August 2025. It’s a stressful day so here’s a s...

10 top ranked universities in Clearing 2025Jul 19th 2025 · 3 min readQuickly see some of the universities in Clearing ranked amongst the top, based ...

The ultimate guide to applying for universityMar 12th 2025 · 4 min readApplying to university can feel a bit of a daunting task, but try not to panic!...

How do I choose the right university for me?Mar 12th 2025 · 3 min readChoosing a university can be a daunting task, as it is a decision that can have...

What is a UCAS application? Everything you need to knowMar 12th 2025 · 5 min readYour UCAS application is the spark that lights the fire beneath the simmering p...

What is the HNC?Nov 14th 2024 · 11 min readThe HNC is a vocational qualification that shows employers that you've gain...

50 best fancy dress ideas for studentsNov 14th 2024 · 3 min readWith freshers just around the corner, there is plenty to look forward too with ...

What is an SVQ and what is it equivalent to?Oct 29th 2024 · 2 min readIf you’re in Scotland and looking to show an employer that you’re ready to jump...

New research reveals the most LGBTQ+ friendly UK cities for studentsOct 24th 2024 · 2 min readWhen it comes to choosing your university, every student wants to ensure they f...

What is Turnitin?Oct 24th 2024When you're at university you will likely come across the essay-submission ...

Placement YearOct 24th 2024All you need to know if you are interested in having a placement as part of you...

What is a law conversion course?Oct 24th 2024 · 4 min readA Law conversion course is an excellent way to begin a career in law. If you’ve...

Psychology Degree Entry RequirementsOct 24th 2024 · 5 min readPsychology is one of the most popular courses in the UK. The course studies the...

Physiotherapy Degree Entry RequirementsOct 24th 2024 · 5 min readPhysiotherapy is one of the most popular courses in the UK. It is a wide-rangin...

Nursing Degree Entry RequirementsOct 24th 2024 · 5 min readNursing is one of the most popular courses in the UK. The course looks at medic...

Medicine Degree Entry RequirementsOct 24th 2024 · 5 min readMedicine ranks as one of the UK's most popular and most challenging courses...

Preparing for the BMAT and UCAT: A Guide for Medicine ApplicantsOct 24th 2024 · 6 min readThe BMAT and the UCAT are both important medical-based university admissions te...

Pharmacy Degree Entry RequirementsOct 24th 2024 · 5 min readA pharmacy degree is one of the most popular degrees in the UK. It is a degree ...

What is the HAT?Oct 24th 2024 · 4 min readThere are a number of university admissions tests that a student may have to si...

What is the LNAT?Oct 11th 2024 · 4 min readMany law courses ask you to sit an entrance exam as part of the application pro...

What is the GMAT?Oct 7th 2024 · 3 min readUniversities may ask you to sit an entrance exam as part of the application pro...

How to make an effective revision timetable to boost your productivitySep 30th 2024 · 4 min readHalf the struggle with revision is knowing how to effectively manage your time ...

What is an undergraduate degree and what to expect?Sep 27th 2024 · 2 min readHeading to university for the first time? That would make you an undergraduate!...

What to do about bullying at universitySep 12th 2024If you experience bullying or harassment while studying, universities are there...

What to eat as a studentAug 22nd 2024 · 2 min readUnsure what to eat at university? This may be your first time buying food and c...

How to manage working while studyingAug 21st 2024Balancing your studies and working part-time is essential, it can easily be don...

University entry requirements - what do you need to apply?Aug 21st 2024A good place to start when comparing university courses is to look at the entry...

Tackling tuition fees: what you need to knowAug 21st 2024After the 2010 UK elections, university tuition fees notoriously raised to up t...

What are university interviews?Aug 21st 2024During the university application process, you may find yourself being invited ...

How to reviseAug 21st 2024How do you revise? How do you revise so well that it’s almost impossible to fai...

What university admissions tests do you need for university?Aug 21st 2024 · 8 min readAdmission tests are similar to university interviews, as institutions use these...

What are university societies?Aug 21st 2024 · 4 min readUniversity societies are excellent ways of pursuing hobbies, meeting new people...

What does a two year degree cover?Aug 21st 2024One of the growing degrees in terms of popularity is that of the Two-Year degre...

Dropping out of uni: what you need to knowAug 21st 2024University is a challenging time and once you get there you may realise it'...

The ultimate student calendarAug 21st 2024 · 7 min readYou won’t miss a uni deadline with our student calendar. Everything from 2023 a...

What is a Diploma of Higher Education (DipHE)?Aug 21st 2024 · 3 min readLooking to gain a vocational qualification? A Diploma of Higher Education (DipH...

What is a HND?Aug 21st 2024 · 2 min readA Higher National Diploma (HND) qualification uses studying and practical eleme...

Make Freshers' week 2024 one to remember - everything you need to knowAug 21st 2024 · 3 min readYou’ve secured your place, and now you’re off to uni. First stop? Freshers week...

What is a research university?Aug 20th 2024 · 5 min readA research university is a type of higher education institution that strongly e...

What is a virtual interview?Aug 20th 2024 · 5 min readVirtual interviews are the new normal, but how are they different from a tradit...

What is a collegiate university?Aug 20th 2024 · 13 min readCollegiate universities are hugely popular for students looking to go to univer...

What is the TSA admissions test?Aug 20th 2024 · 4 min readThe Thinking Skills Assessment admissions test (known as the TSA)is a test des...

Top questions to ask at a university open dayAug 20th 2024 · 4 min readChoosing the right university can be a daunting task, with so many factors to c...

What is a Students’ Union (SU)?Aug 20th 2024 · 2 min readThe Students’ Union is there for you! Whether it’s student support or hosting m...

University lectures: what to expect and how to make the most of your learningAug 20th 2024 · 2 min readLectures aren't just what your mum gives you, they are a great source of le...

Leave nothing behind with the ultimate university packing listAug 15th 2024Exciting times await! Get set for the big move with our ultimate uni checklist....

What is an Undergraduate Certificate of Higher Education (CertHE)?Jul 31st 2024 · 3 min readA Certificate of Higher Education is a flexible way of gaining a qualification ...

NVQs: All you need to knowJul 30th 2024 · 2 min readA National Vocational Qualification (NVQ) is a great way of expanding your skil...

Understanding mitigating circumstancesJul 29th 2024 · 2 min readThere are instances where personal circumstances can affect your education. Mit...

CATs test and CAT4 in secondary schoolJul 29th 2024 · 2 min readSchools use the Cognitive Abilities Test to help judge students' cognitive ...

What's it like to study English at university?Jul 25th 2024 · 2 min readConsidering a degree in English? Learn more about what you can do with an Engli...

MAT TestJul 23rd 2024Those looking to study anything involving mathematics will likely need to look ...

What are the Russell Group universities?Jul 23rd 2024 · 6 min readThe Russell Group is one of the UK's most famous groups of universities. Bu...

What is the honours degree system?Jul 16th 2024Many undergraduate courses will be honours degrees - but what does it mean for ...

What are the different university groups?Jul 11th 2024 · 7 min readLots of universities belong to specialised groups. These groups can focus on ev...

UCAS AdjustmentJul 11th 2024Adjustment is an opportunity for potential students who have already filled out...

What is it Like to Study Business at University?Jul 11th 2024Business is a degree that is hyper-focused on getting you the best chance possi...

What is a student railcard?Jul 11th 2024 · 5 min readWith the price of inner-city travel rising all the time, it's good for stud...

What to expect studying a STEM subjectJul 11th 2024STEM subjects can be the gateway to a whole host of careers in the science and ...

Mature StudentJul 11th 2024There are plenty of people who subscribe to the theory of “University is a youn...

What is the GAMSAT?Jul 11th 2024 · 5 min readMedical-based degrees are growing in popularity with each passing year and univ...

What is the ECTS?Jul 11th 2024 · 5 min readLooking to study abroad? Get an idea of what your grades will look like! It’s t...

What is the BMAT?Jul 11th 2024 · 7 min readThose looking to study a medical-based degree may be required to sit one of two...

Everything you need to know about red brick universitiesJun 24th 2024 · 3 min readWhile the term “red brick” universities came from the distinct features of the ...

Dropping out or transferring universitiesJun 20th 2024 · 6 min readIt’s a frustrating experience when university doesn’t live up to your expectati...

Everything you need to know about the EPQJun 11th 2024Heard of the EPQ but not sure what it is or how it helps your uni application? ...

What is a foundation degree and is it right for you?Jun 5th 2024 · 3 min readFoundation degrees are a great way to give you the necessary skills for the wor...

Using ChatGPT at universityMay 13th 2024 · 7 min readChatGPT is the new kid on the block. As one of the most popular artificial inte...

What is a BEng?May 7th 2024 · 4 min readStudents looking to take a more refined and structured approach towards the wor...

What is the TOTUM card (formerly the NUS card)May 2nd 2024 · 3 min readOne of the best perks of being a student is the discounts you get! One way to s...

What are Scottish Highers?Apr 19th 2024 · 3 min readScottish Highers are important qualifications if you're from Scotland and l...

What are education levels?Mar 27th 2024 · 5 min readThere are many levels of education in the UK - some compulsory, some not. From ...

Looking to be successful? Here are the top subjects Forbes 30 Under 30 winners studied!Mar 5th 2024 · 3 min readWhen it comes to choosing your degree, part of the decision-making process is k...

What is TEFL?Jan 29th 2024 · 8 min readMore and more people are looking into the possibilities of TEFL, with figures r...

What is graduation?Jan 29th 2024 · 2 min readThis is it, you’ve done it! Dissertations and coursework complete, you’ve got y...

How do I appeal my final grade?Jan 10th 2024 · 4 min readMost universities, colleges and schools will have an appeals procedure in place...

What is the Duolingo English Test?Dec 22nd 2023 · 6 min readMost people mainly know Duolingo as the language-learning app that simply won’t...

What is a Sandwich Course?Dec 19th 2023 · 6 min readWhat is a Sandwich course and how do you apply for one? Well, luckily for you, ...

What to expect from a part-time degree and how to applyDec 13th 2023 · 3 min readFor many students, a part-time degree is a preferred way of studying an undergr...

What is the UCAT?Dec 5th 2023 · 9 min readThose looking to study a medical-based degree may be required to sit one of two...

How to Write an Impressive Student CV: A Guide to Standing OutDec 5th 2023 · 8 min readYour CV is a necessity for any job. A CV is a way for employers to see all the ...

Nigerian Students Looking to Study in the UKDec 5th 2023In the city of London alone, there are nearly 3,000 students from Nigeria that ...

Bachelor’s DegreeDec 5th 2023A Bachelor’s or undergraduate degree is an academic qualification designed to a...

Language barriers at universityDec 4th 2023 · 6 min readStudying abroad can be the opportunity of a lifetime. However, in some cases, u...

What is deferred entry?Nov 16th 2023 · 4 min readDeferred entry can be an excellent way for students to begin their studies. A y...

What is Access to Higher Education?Nov 16th 2023 · 4 min readFor students who have yet to study an undergraduate degree, there is a kind of ...

What it's like to study Psychology at university from a student!Nov 15th 2023 · 5 min readCurious about the human mind? Pondering the idea of studying psychology? Psycho...

Changing courses at universityNov 13th 2023 · 5 min readSometimes, the course you initially picked out just isn’t for you. Don’t worry;...

What is a joint honours degree?Nov 2nd 2023 · 4 min readLooking to expand your knowledge beyond the one subject? Enter a join honours d...

What is STEP?Oct 31st 2023 · 3 min readThe STEP exam is one of the lesser-known admissions exams for students. It is a...

What is the PAT (Physics Admissions Test)?Oct 26th 2023 · 3 min readFor many, university admissions tests are essential parts of the university app...

What is an MRes degree?Sep 21st 2023 · 3 min readAn MRes (Masters of Research) is recognised worldwide and has become one of the...

What is Oxbridge?Sep 14th 2023 · 6 min readOxbridge remains one of the most desirable sets of universities in the UK. Asid...

What is May Week?Sep 7th 2023 · 4 min readMay Week at the University of Cambridge is a highly anticipated period that mar...

What is the ELAT?Aug 25th 2023 · 4 min readThe ELAT is one of the general admissions test that Oxbridge applicants have to...

What is the MLAT?Aug 25th 2023 · 5 min readThe MLAT is one of the admissions tests needed to attend the University of Oxfo...

Oxford vs CambridgeAug 25th 2023 · 12 min readOxbridge is the term used for both the University of Cambridge and the Universi...

Find your crowd: weird and wonderful societies you have to check outAug 24th 2023 · 4 min readWhere there’s an interest, there’s a uni society! Find like-minded pals at univ...

What Are T Levels?Aug 17th 2023 · 5 min readT Levels are the next step in education. Seen as an alternative to A-Levels and...

How to Nail Your Oxbridge InterviewAug 14th 2023 · 5 min readOxford and Cambridge, also known as Oxbridge, are commonly regarded as two of t...

Decoding University Jargon: A Glossary for Year 13 StudentsAug 4th 2023 · 22 min readThe jargon of university and the application process can be confusing for anyon...

What is the Turing Scheme?Aug 4th 2023 · 4 min readStudent exchange programmes are hugely popular at universities for students. Th...

Marketing Degree Entry RequirementsJul 18th 2023 · 4 min readMarketing is a hugely popular course across the UK. The course focuses on adver...

Law Degree Entry RequirementsJul 14th 2023 · 4 min readLaw is one of the most popular courses in the UK. It is a course that covers va...

History Degree Entry RequirementsJul 13th 2023 · 4 min readHistory degrees are some of the most popular in the UK. These courses focus on ...

Finance Degree Entry RequirementsJul 11th 2023 · 4 min readA finance degree focuses on several key aspects of the finance world. Despite t...

Engineering Degree Entry RequirementsJul 10th 2023 · 4 min readEngineering courses are some of the most popular in the UK. These courses focus...

Education Degree Entry RequirementsJul 7th 2023 · 4 min readEducation degrees focus on many different modules. Pursuing an education degree...

Economics Degree Entry RequirementsJul 6th 2023 · 4 min readEconomics degrees are among the most popular courses offered by universities to...

Criminology Degree Entry RequirementsJul 6th 2023 · 4 min readCriminology is a course that focuses on different aspects of law enforcement an...

Computer Science Degree Entry RequirementsJul 3rd 2023 · 4 min readComputer science is one of the most popular subjects in the UK. It is a subject...

Business Degree Entry RequirementsJun 28th 2023 · 4 min readA business degree is one of the most popular courses available in the UK. Entry...

Accounting Degree Entry RequirementsJun 27th 2023 · 4 min readA career in accounting can open up a world of opportunities and pave the way fo...

What is it Like to Study Engineering at University?Jun 7th 2023An Engineering degree is one of the most sought-after degrees at university. Un...

Exam StressMay 4th 2023 · 5 min readExam stress is an unfortunate component of any exam. They go hand-in-hand and s...

How to Revise Using Past PapersMay 4th 2023 · 4 min readRevision is an essential part of any student's academic journey. It is the ...

What Is A CPCAB Qualification?Aug 5th 2022Looking to become a registered counsellor but have no previous experience or qu...

What is CPD?Jun 29th 2022 · 5 min readThough you may not need to worry about your continuing professional development...

TEF AwardsApr 19th 2022Going to university, you may wonder whether or not the TEF Awards are actually ...

University AllianceFeb 28th 2022University Alliance brings together a group of global universities that have a ...

BTECFeb 21st 2022The BTEC qualification combines practical learning with theory work and study.

Choosing a Degree CourseFeb 17th 2022There are a lot of factors to consider before choosing a degree course.

What is it Like to Study Medicine at University?Nov 29th 2021Medicine is one of the most prestigious degrees in the UK and is also one of th...

What is it Like to Study Law at University?Nov 29th 2021Law is one of the most interesting and popular courses at university. Learn mor...

NCTJ QualificationNov 29th 2021Those looking to work in the world of journalism will be thankful to know that ...

Why Learning to Cook Before University is a Good IdeaNov 29th 2021When you move out from home, one of the biggest challenges is to come to grips ...

DipTransNov 29th 2021What is a DipTrans? Well, we’ve got a guide below that tells you everything you...

Attending University With a Learning DifficultyNov 29th 2021Individuals who have learning difficulties or disabilities may find the univers...

Open Days: A GuideNov 15th 2021At university open days you can expect to talk to tutors, lecturers and previou...

TMUAOct 27th 2021Admissions tests have become more and more common at major universities as appl...

Pass PlusOct 27th 2021The Pass Plus Test is a scheme run to help new drivers to gain confidence in dr...

CSCS CardOct 25th 2021The CSCS Card is a huge part of working on a construction site and with more st...

Advice on Living at Home During UniversityOct 19th 2021Young adults who are choosing to begin their journey at university may have alr...

SQAAug 5th 2021The Scottish Qualifications Authority known for short as SQA is the national Sc...

Why Planning at University is Going to HelpAug 3rd 2021Organisation isn’t a trait that every person, colleague and student has, howeve...

University Interview QuestionsAug 2nd 2021University interviews are a very daunting thing, especially if you’ve never eve...

Exam Revision TipsJul 28th 2021The dreaded exam period can send even the most prepared students into panic mod...

Living a Healthy University LifestyleJul 28th 2021During your first year at university, the pressures of studying combined with f...

What to Do About Sexual Harassment or Rape at UniversityFeb 11th 2021This article is one of the most unfortunate things that we have to cover on our...

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