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How to deal with rejection when applying to uni: students’ tips

If your top-choice university rejects you, it can be a real kick in the teeth. So how do you bounce back? Here are some tips from other students.

04 January 2024

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What’s happening with GCSE, A-level and Btec exams in 2022?

12 November 2021

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Ucas Adjustment has been cancelled – but here's what it was

Ucas Adjutsment cancelled from 2022

23 July 2021

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Dealing with depression at university

What can you do if you are depressed at university? Our guide covers some of the most common triggers for depression, plus students share their stories.

18 July 2019

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Why your AS-level grades still really matter

Contrary to what you may hear, AS-levels are still important following the recent shake-up of A-levels, in particular when it comes to applying for university.

11 January 2018

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Access to HE explained: an alternative route into university

No A-levels? Find out more about The Access to Higher Education Diploma with this guest post from QAA – the organisation that regulates Access to HE courses.

05 June 2013

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Further education college versus university: how do degree studies differ?

They both have the same end result – a degree (hopefully!) – so how does study differ between a further education college and a traditional university? Here’s how.

14 August 2012

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What if I don’t have the right qualifications for a degree I'm interested in?

Whether you just missed out on a grade at GCSE or lack certain subjects, you can still get to university if you’re willing to put some extra work in – here's how.

14 August 2012

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