Advice: Becoming a Student Latest Becoming a Student Articles

  • Words of Wisdom

    Yesterday we took to the Twitter streams and asked current or ex students to supply some words of wisdom when it comes to receiving your results. Here is what they had to say:      

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  • Settling in to a new college

    Most students get a little nervous about moving to a new college. There’ll be a lot of new faces and the way you study will be a little different to how it was at GCSE. The trick is to remember that everyone’s in the same boat as you. We’ve got a few tips, however, to help you ma...

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  • GCSE's to A levels - mind the gap

    The jump up from GCSE’s to A levels can be a daunting prospect. AS levels mean the difference between year 11 and 12 is not as big as it used to be but there is still a considerable step up in the way you need to study and what the examiners and teachers expect from you. With the...

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  • Further education: what are your options?

    If you’ve just received your GCSE results and aren’t sure what you want to do next, don’t panic. There are now more options than ever for people seeking further education and it’s good to be aware of them all so you can pick the perfect one for you.  

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  • Going through Clearing? Make sure your finances are in order!

    With A-levels results being announced on Thursday it’s time to make sure your finances are in order in time for the start of term in September.

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