Career goals: Nurse
Nurse Ewout talks switching paths to enter nursing, the different opportunities it can afford you, the profession's changing image, and more.
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Career goals: Nurse
Nurse Ewout talks switching paths to enter nursing, the different opportunities it can afford you, the profession's changing image, and more.
Career Goals: Playwright/Theatre director
How do you turn a passion for words into a career? London playwright and theatre director Lynette did just that, after finding inspiration from one author while studying English at university.
Have a career in mind already?
Determined to get to your dream career? going to a UCAS discovery event can help decide the best way to get there.
How does distance learning work?
Discover how distance learning works if you’re studying a degree remotely, from applying to teaching and exams. Plus, see what support is available from tutors and other students.
How to become a paramedic
The combination of patient care, medical knowledge, driving skills and an ever-changing working day makes being a paramedic a very popular career choice.
How to meet people at university or college
Wondering about the best way to meet people? From online groups on social media to part-time jobs, there are lots of ways to make friends at university or college.
Personal statement advice: drama
Are you writing a personal statement for drama? Here's how to make sure that your enthusiasm for drama extends beyond the curriculum.
Personal statement advice: modern languages
Applying for French, Spanish, German, or another modern or combined languages degree? Read on for some expert pointers from admissions tutors.
Personal statement advice: music
Writing a personal statement for music? Whether your musical interests lie in performance or music history, think engaging, detailed, and relevant to strike the right note with music admissions tutors.
Revision tips and how to manage exam stress: a guide for parents and guardians
Exam season is an intense time for students, so we’ve got some handy tips to help you support the young people in your life with revision tips and how to manage their stress (and yours).
Scholarships, grants, and bursaries: Arts
Studying fine art, design, photography, dance, or another arts subject? Discover what arts scholarships, grants, and bursaries are available to help with the cost of course materials, plus general living expenses and tuition fees.
Studying at a conservatoire
What are conservatoires like? How do conservatoires differ from a university or college? Find out here.
Tips for settling in and getting on with your housemates
Once you make the move to university and get through the first-day unknowns and excitement, students often focus on settling into their new surroundings and getting to know the people they’re sharing accommodation with.
What do employers look for in graduates?
Employers are often looking for grads with at least a 2:1 under their belt. But it’s not just good marks they’re looking for when sifting through job applications.
What to expect from Freshers’ or Welcome Week
Universities and colleges put on a week of activities at the start of term for new students, known as Welcome Week or Freshers’ Week.