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What’s the difference between Oxford University and Cambridge University?
Aside from the locations, what’s the difference between Oxford University and Cambridge University, and which would suit you best?
Study tips for the Christmas holidays
Here are some of our study tips to help make the most of the Christmas holidays.
University student holiday checklist
Here are a few key things to pop on that student holiday checklist before heading home for the university holidays.
What I learned studying history at the University of Bristol
Here, one team member talks about how she came to study history at the University of Bristol, and what she learned.
Education is key to Britain’s development
Recent government policy has taken a focus on the idea of “levelling up”, but what is it that needs to be done to make this a reality?
What are The Russell Group universities?
What are The Russell Group universities and what do students need to know about them?
What type of university accommodation is right for you?
Your university accommodation can influence who you meet and how you integrate into student life. Here are some of the things to think about.
Is work experience beneficial for planning your career?
There are so many things to think about at school and university, but should you be throwing work experience into the mix as well?
How to choose what to study at university
For some, knowing what you want to study is obvious, but for others it’s not as clear. So, how do you choose what to study at university?
How to choose the right university for me?
When you apply for university, you may have already been thinking about it for a while. Here are some of our tips on choosing the right one.
Is it really worth visiting a university before applying?
With so much learning, interacting and living done online, how important is it to visit a university in person before applying?
What to expect in your first term at university
Once that initial buzz of starting uni has passed, what can you expect in your first term at university?
What makes UK universities so popular?
The UK education system has a longstanding history of being one of the best and most popular in the world. So what makes them so popular?
Is it worth getting a university degree?
With the cost of tuition fees and accommodation it’s reasonable for some students to question whether university is the right route for them. Here’s what you need to know.
How to keep good staff members and attract top talent
Businesses are dependent on the people who work for them, so to attract and keep good people, could professional training, upskilling and reskilling be the answer?
How the learning at work has changed
It’s not just what we learn or the importance of learning itself that is evolving, but how we learn as well.
What do students most worry about when starting university?
As we head into a new academic year, we are all excited to embrace a greater level of normality at university, but what do students worry about?
How to nurture new ideas
To really make progress we have to have a little time and space to let our imaginations run wild and to nurture new ideas.
What are the benefits of going back to university?
Going back to university as a mature student, or retraining, can be professionally beneficial and personally fulfilling.
The path to studying overseas
The path to studying overseas is paved with stepping stones, and a helpful roadmap can come in the form of ‘pathway programs’.
Advice for students hoping to study Natural Sciences at Oxbridge
The CamVision team discussed applying for Natural Sciences at Oxford and Cambridge Universities, with two former students.
How to enhance your personal statement this summer
The summer holidays can be a great opportunity to explore the subject you want to study at uni and enhance your personal statement. Here are a few suggestions.
Gaming the supra-curricular universe
No, ‘supra-curricular’ isn’t just an upgraded term for ‘extra-curricular’. Supra-curricular activities relate to your academic subjects, and especially the ones you’re likely to take exams in.
Supra-curricular: more homework in disguise?
People are telling you ‘do supra-curricular activities’, but what does that mean and are they really worth it?
Mentoring: it’s never too early to start applying to Oxbridge universities
Preparing for university needs nurturing as part of a holistic educational experience. That’s why we created our University Mentoring Scheme.
Attending the UK’s elite universities when you’re from an ethnic minority background
The University of Cambridge offers equal opportunities regardless of race, gender or background. Here are some top questions answered.
Preparing students for the future of work
Following the publication of A World Without Work, Education Week discussed the future of work with author Daniel Susskind.
Best ways to spend down time in Cambridge
If you’re studying or going to study at the hallowed Cambridge University, how can you spend your downtime to make the most of the location as well?
Best ways to spend down time in Oxford
Whether you’re heading to Oxford next year or making the most of this one, it’s a chance to expand your horizons and even have a little fun.
Education trends that are shaping the learning landscape
After 12 months of change, what lessons will continue to shape the pace of change and what trends are shaping the learning landscape?
Would the University of Oxford or University of Cambridge suit you best?
What are the differences between the University of Oxford and the University of Cambridge and which one would suit you best?
My most valuable lessons at the University of Cambridge
Business Development Associate, Sarah, explains some of the most valuable lessons she learned whilst doing Chinese Studies at the University of Cambridge.
Top New Year’s resolutions for students
’Tis the season for New Year’s resolutions, and here are some of our top suggestions to help students really make the new term count.
How to prepare for the UCAS application deadline over the holidays
The holidays are critical to UCAS application submissions, so what can you be doing over the holidays to make the most of the opportunity?