Studying abroad is an attractive option for many UK students. It’s an opportunity to immerse yourself in a different culture and to develop skills, as well as to become self-sufficient in a new country. There’s even evidence that employers see studying abroad as attractive, as it proves that you are capable of operating outside of …
Choosing the right university is one of the most important decisions you will make in your life. For most students, their time at university is looked back on fondly, and this is all down to picking the right one. But where do you start? There are so many things to think about, including choosing the …
One of the most important things to consider when you’re choosing where to study at university is how much they will help you in starting your career. It’s not just about the figures – you want to see the real ways an institution can help you get your dream graduate job. To help you make …
Thinking about applying for university? Then you’ll probably need to write a personal statement. This is a short piece of writing that you’ll submit to universities (probably through UCAS) stating why they should give you a place on one or more of their courses. Personal statements can be crucial to your application and are often …
If you’re applying for university, you’ll know it’s not an easy time. It’s natural to feel stressed or unsure about the application process. The choices you make now can have a huge impact on your education, and on your life. But you can make the whole process a lot easier by using MyUniChoices. MyUniChoices is …
Every year, tens of thousands of UK students study abroad. And there are plenty of opportunities to do so. With many UK courses offering years or semesters abroad and foreign universities accepting UK students for whole courses, you can now study in almost any country you like. But is studying in a foreign country something …
Picking a university course can be quite a daunting task. There are so many to choose from, in the UK and abroad. Plus, making big decisions about your future can be difficult if you haven’t got a specific career in mind. We’ve come up with 3 vital steps to help you pick the right university …
The UK is home to the two best universities in the world, according to this year’s Times Higher Education World University Rankings. The news gives international students more incentive than ever to study in the UK. The University of Oxford has held onto its first place ranking for the second year in a row, while the University of Cambridge has …
I began my higher education studies in 2013, reading philosophy at Leeds University. In my first year I met a girl from America who was on her study abroad year, and she became my best friend – and subsequently convinced me that I should look into studying abroad, too. I’ll admit it: I had some …
On reflection my education or career path has been a slightly convoluted one. I decided I wanted to study medicine fairly late during secondary school, it was a toss up between that, acoustical engineering or music technology. Anyway, I chose medicine as the “sensible” option and continued music just as a hobby. Straight from school …