A First-Timer’s Guide to Apprenticeships
How UK apprenticeships work: the levels from foundation to degree, what you are paid, entry requirements and where to search for live vacancies.
Find Your Degree Today Guides to degrees, courses and study skills in the UK
Mistakes to Avoid When Applying for a Master’s
Common master’s application mistakes in the UK, from late funding applications to unread module details, and how to avoid each one.
Microcredentials Explained: What a Short Online Course Gets You
What microcredentials are, how short online courses fit UK qualification levels, and how to check whether a certificate counts towards a degree.
6 Ways to Get More Out of a Self-Paced Online Course
Six practical habits to help you finish a self-paced online course, from booking fixed study slots to setting checkpoints and using discussion boards.
6 Low-Pressure Ways to Make Friends at University
Six practical ways to build a social circle at university, even if you feel shy, missed freshers’ week, or are starting later than everyone else.
What to Check Before You Open a Student Bank Account
A checklist for comparing student bank accounts: overdraft terms, fees, what happens after graduation, FSCS protection and the documents you need.
How to Write an Apprenticeship Application
A step-by-step walkthrough of applying for an apprenticeship: finding vacancies, tailoring your CV, answering employer questions and preparing for interview.
Before You Sign a Student Tenancy
A pre-signing checklist for student renters: tenancy contracts, guarantors, deposit protection, what to check on the viewing and red flags to avoid.
What Happens When You Withdraw From Your Course
How your maintenance loan and tuition fee loan are recalculated when you leave a course, what you repay now, and the steps to take before you withdraw.
Mistakes to Avoid When Funding Your Degree as a Mature Student
Funding traps that catch adult learners out: previous-study rules, part-time intensity, household income and the checks to make before you enrol.
Catered or Self-Catered Halls? How to Choose
Compare catered and self-catered halls on meals, costs, kitchens and social life, and find the option that suits your timetable and budget.