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List of Campus Unis in the UK
List of Campus Unis in the UK
15 October 2020
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Education levels and qualifications explained
Read our quick guide to understand different types of qualifications, and education levels and how they relate to one another
08 February 2019
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10 Christmas gift ideas students will love
While a fridge full of food and a warm house are a Christmas miracle in their own right for a university student, here are ten brilliant gift ideas too.
20 November 2018
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Freshers' fair survival guide
The freshers' fair is a staple of any freshers' week at uni. Find the right clubs for you amidst the madness, with our guide.
26 September 2018
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Junior University: Cambridgeshire
We caught up with Junior Uni participant Emily and Anglia Ruskin undergraduate mentor Liam to learn about their experience on the scheme.
04 September 2018
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Five start-of-term expenses you weren't expecting
Which expenses can crop up and surprise you before you even start university? See what you should be budgeting for which you might not expect.
02 September 2018
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Six things you DON’T need to pack for university
What DON'T you need to pack when you leave for university? Find out and save yourself some space!
26 August 2018
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Tweet-sized tips to get you ready for university
Over on Twitter, we've been sharing some essential tips for surviving the move to uni. Catch up quickly now...
21 August 2018
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Freshers: 10 essentials to pack for uni
A student checklist of the main things you need to remember to pack in your bag for uni - as well as what you don't need...
16 August 2018
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Preparing for university: 10 tips
Heading off to uni soon? From packing to opening a student bank account, here are 10 ways to get fully prepared for student life.
15 August 2018
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The new careers strategy for schools: how does it affect me?
A quick introduction to the new careers strategy for schools including an explanation of the Gatsby Benchmarks
08 July 2018
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Five ways to stay connected with home friends
Don't float away from friends and family when you move to uni. Try our mix of retro and modern tips to stay in touch.
05 June 2018
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10 things to make your move to uni easier
Ten things you can do now to help you get ready for university, including things to help you live independently and settle into your new surroundings.
26 August 2017
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Countdown to freshers' week: Dan's photo diary
Soon-to-be uni student Dan chronicles his final days at home before moving to uni, including an unforgettable trip to Europe and some last minute culinary training...
10 August 2017
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Junior University: Liverpool celebration day diary
See what happened when our Junior Uni students visited Liverpool John Moores University, toured the campus and presented their projects to their mentors.
05 July 2017
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10 things every fresher should know
Freshers! Here are 10 things you should know before your freshers' week at university gets underway.
04 August 2016
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Freshers: what to expect in your first university term
While no two university experiences are the same, having an idea of how the first term has gone for other students can help you to prepare for what’s in store.
04 April 2015
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Freshers: what to expect in your first term at university [video]
Our roving student video reporter hit university campuses to find out what you can expect in your freshers' term at uni. Watch the video to see what students said.
04 September 2014
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College to uni: seven key differences to look out for
The move from college or sixth form to university may seem a little daunting, so we're helping you get prepared by highlighting the main differences.
16 September 2013
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Freshers: your first term in numbers [infographic]
What to expect from your first term at university? Check out our infographic to find out what first-term students told us about their fresher experience so far.
22 August 2013
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Student view: five things I didn't expect in my first year
Our student blogger Joanna has been sharing her experiences in her first year at university – here are five unexpected things she learnt in her freshers' year.
06 February 2013
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What your students' union can do for you
When you first arrive at uni you're bound to come across your students' union. NUS explains what union life is all about and how you can get involved...
06 September 2012
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