You only have one opportunity to submit a personal statement. It’s crucial to feel that you have written the best possible version - one that tells the story of you, reveals your desire to study your chosen degree and hopefully enables you to stand out...
Hopefully you’ll have caught up with Parts One and Two of this series already. If not, please do check them out on our articles page. Our final part of the series will help to focus your attention on starting your personal statement and getting some initial thoughts down...
This week we’ve compiled a list of crucial Do’s and Don’ts when it comes to writing your Personal Statement. Do Do research your course thoroughly so you can explain WHY you have chosen to study it Spend some time in the months leading up to your application researching different courses and...
Earlier this year a study by the charity Education and Employers revealed a huge disconnect between the career aspirations of our teenagers and actual jobs available in the UK. The survey results of 7000 young people revealed a massive gap in the provision of realistic...
During a time when the school structure is in flux and we’re absorbing the not-so-positive daily news, it’s important for pupils to maintain perspective and well-being. We recommend structure, exercise, gratitude and the occasional flex of the brain as essential tools to maintain a healthy...
Research Over many years, scientists have proven that we are divided into two categories as to how we approach our lives. Some people believe that when we are born we possess a certain level of intelligence and ability that is unchangeable. Alternatively, some people believe the...
Thanks so much BBC Radio Suffolk for having me on the morning show on 7 April to discuss vital progression advice for current Year 12s. Listen in at 1:22:00.https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/p087swbb ...
Amongst the understandable confusion of this year’s GCSEs and A levels being cancelled and teachers awarding predicted grades, we also need to spare a thought for those pupils who would be expecting to receive vital progression guidance over the forthcoming weeks on their next steps...
Along with all the choices of different universities and degree courses there is also the decision of whether to take a gap year. There are no doubt advantages and disadvantages to pursuing this break in your studies and ultimately it comes down to what is...