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Top 5 Diversity Internships And Graduate Schemes For 2022
Get ahead with our definitive list of internships and entry-level jobs for students from underrepresented groups.
Evie Howarth
Jun 6, 20223 min read


7 Top CV Writing Tips
Check out our top CV writing tips for students provided by our very own recruitment experts at Student Beans.
Evie Howarth
Jun 6, 20224 min read


Got A Grad Job Or Internship This Summer? Here's Everything You'll Need
Here's how to prep for your graduate job or internship. Getting a graduate job or internship is a lot of hard work, so first off, congratulations! Obviously, the hard work doesn't stop there. You may be wondering what comes next, and perhaps feel a little anxious about the unknown. If you have a grad job or internship starting soon, you want to be as prepared as you possibly can be to make your first day and beyond a breeze. Here's everything you'll need to get started and pr
Christina Attrah
May 19, 20224 min read


What Is A Placement Year? Everything You Need To Know
If you're considering a sandwich or placement year, we've answered all your burning questions so you get the most out of your placement.
Christina Attrah
Mar 27, 20225 min read


Examples Of Transferrable Skills For Your CV & Interviews
The transferrable skills that you pick up while in uni to help you succeed in interviews and make your CV stand out of the crowd.
Lydia Kah-Pavlou
Mar 14, 20224 min read


How To Manage Awkward Money Situations With Housemates
How to successfully bring up and navigate awkward money situations with your housemates.
Lydia Kah-Pavlou
Mar 14, 20223 min read


UK Education Systems Aren't Doing Enough To Tackle Sexual Violence
Is the UK educational system doing enough to tackle sexual violence? Find out why they're not, why it's happening and how you can support those affected.
Christina Attrah
Mar 10, 20226 min read


Should You Do A PhD? Here's When A PhD Is Worth It
To PhD or not to PhD…Let's find out what it entails and if it's worth doing one. Get tips on how to apply for PhD, pros and cons of a PhD, if a PhD is worth doing and much more.
Christina Attrah
Mar 3, 20227 min read


Should You Do A Master's? Here's When A Master's Is Worth It
Here's everything you need to know before you apply for a master's degree, if a master's is worth it, what to think about before studying a master's and more.
Christina Attrah
Mar 3, 20225 min read


What is University Mental Health Day? How To Get Involved
Thursday 3rd March 2022 observes University Mental Health Day. Here's everything you need to know and how to get involved in UMHD.
Christina Attrah
Mar 2, 20224 min read


The European Countries With Cheap Universities and Tuition
Want to get a degree for free (or cheap)? Going to uni in England isn't cheap, with many students leaving with a high amount of student loan debt to their name. However, there are many other countries that offer free tuition with many of them extending this to international students too. So, if you're considering studying abroad, these are the cheapest universities for international students in Europe. Unfortunately, because of Brexit a lot of opportunities UK students would'
Lydia Kah-Pavlou
Feb 28, 20225 min read


Government Makes Controversial Updates To Student Finance & Access To University
Government updates to the way student loans are repaid have been on the cards since 2018, but now the final changes have finally been announced. Today, the government published its long-awaited response to the Augar review of higher education funding, letting us know what their plans are. Why are they making changes? As of the end of March, the outstanding student debt will be at £161 billion a pretty big number that's set to rise to a quarter of a trillion by 2043. The idea
Evie Howarth
Feb 24, 20224 min read


11 Painfully Relatable Relationship Memes For Those with Anxiety
Do you get anxious in relationships? These painfully relatable relationship memes will definitely resonate with you.
Christina Attrah
Feb 22, 20221 min read


Are You Ready To Commit To A Serious Relationship?
Thinking about taking things to the next level? Here's what you need to know. Getting into a new relationship can be fun and exciting but it's also a big decision. A successful relationship depends on good communication between both people, so if you're considering getting into one you need to make sure you're sure about it. Here's how you know if you're ready to commit. You know what you want Feelings can be confusing. Some people want to date casually, some are happy stayin
Lydia Kah-Pavlou
Feb 16, 20222 min read


What's The Average Student Loan In The UK?
Everything you need to know about the average student loan in the UK. Student loans can be confusing, but we're going to break it down for you! Your student loan is based on quite a few factors and everyone is entitled to a different amount of money from the government. The average student loan can vary greatly, depending on your age, household income, where you live and whether you're planning on studying abroad or in London. The average student loan is going to be different
Lydia Kah-Pavlou
Feb 2, 20223 min read


What Happens If You Submit Coursework Late?
What happens when you submit coursework late on turnitin and the penalty you could get from late submission.
Lydia Kah-Pavlou
Jan 28, 20225 min read


20 Tips On How To Survive University
Whether you're a fresher or final year student, here's everything you need to survive university. Starting uni? Or are you partway through a course and have no idea what you're doing? The uni experience, while fun and exciting, can be pretty overwhelming too. There's a lot to remember, homesickness in some cases, but most of all, a ton of students in exactly the same boat as you. That's right, you're not alone and we've for your back too.If you want to know how to survive uni
Christina Attrah
Jan 27, 20226 min read


How To Avoid Plagiarism: 5 Easy Steps
How to avoid plagiarism and the consequences of plagiarism at university by following these tips.
Lydia Kah-Pavlou
Jan 26, 20224 min read


What's The Difference Between A Diploma & A Degree?
Find out the difference and which one is right for you. In the past, getting a degree was seen as 'the' way to get a good career. But times have changed and tons of other qualifications have entered the scene. It can be daunting to choose the right course level, especially when the requirements for your industry aren't so clear. In fact, degrees for some jobs aren't even necessary. Today, we'll tell you the difference between a degree and a diploma, plus a spotlight on other
Evie Howarth
Jan 20, 20225 min read


How To Successfully Pull A Revision All-Nighter
Find out how to pull an all-nighter successfully the night before your exams and deadlines. Complete with tips on staying up and studying effectively during an all-nighter.
Evie Howarth
Jan 17, 20224 min read
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