Each year, hundreds of thousands of UK university applicants go through the nerve-racking but nonetheless exciting process of choosing courses to apply for, preparing the required documents and … [Read more...] about Ten Frequently Asked Questions of University Applicants
Higher Education
Universities Urged to Offer Grants to Underprivileged Sixth Formers
The government’s social mobility adviser, former Labour minister Alan Milburn is due to submit a report to the government urging universities in England to fund grants to help poorer sixth-formers … [Read more...] about Universities Urged to Offer Grants to Underprivileged Sixth Formers
Preparing for Oxbridge Interview Questions
Yesterday, 15 October marked the end of submitting applications for all Oxbridge courses. What follows will be a series of tests and interviews. Oxford will require you to sit a test before offering … [Read more...] about Preparing for Oxbridge Interview Questions
Essay Writer University Guide: A Survey of the Most Common Freshers’ Experiences
As the first week of university starts for many first-year university entrants, it is only fitting to let them know what to expect when they live away from the comforts of home for the first time and … [Read more...] about Essay Writer University Guide: A Survey of the Most Common Freshers’ Experiences
Leading Universities Grant Places to Students With A-Level Grades Lower Than Expected
A combination of factors have made it possible for students who fell short on their A-levels to still gain a place at prestigious UK universities. The steep rise of this year’s tuition fees to a … [Read more...] about Leading Universities Grant Places to Students With A-Level Grades Lower Than Expected
University Applications Drop in the First Year of Tripling Tuition Fees
Even before the start of term in September, there are already early indications which suggest that the tripling of university tuition fees is discouraging students from pursuing university. This … [Read more...] about University Applications Drop in the First Year of Tripling Tuition Fees
Average Tuition Fees in England to Rise Next Year
University entrants next year can expect to pay higher tuition fees of over £8,500 on average, greater than the latest estimate of £8,385 for 2012/13. In addition a third of English institutions will … [Read more...] about Average Tuition Fees in England to Rise Next Year
University Applications Drop in the Wake of Higher Tuition Fees
According to the latest figures released by UCAS, the number of applications universities received for students who are looking to start a degree course this September has dropped significantly in … [Read more...] about University Applications Drop in the Wake of Higher Tuition Fees
Home Office Minister Invites Foreign Students to Study in the UK
"Please come, we have got some of the world's best universities," Home Office Minister Damian Green tells international students. Mr Green says the invite is part of a ‘global charm offensive’ aimed … [Read more...] about Home Office Minister Invites Foreign Students to Study in the UK
Smaller Specialist Institutions Now Eligible for University Status
The government has recently introduced new rules that will define how the university title is used. Prior to this, institutions needed at least 4,000 students to be awarded a university status. With … [Read more...] about Smaller Specialist Institutions Now Eligible for University Status
UK Economy Benefits from Students with A Level and Degree Qualifications, Study Finds
Research published on 9 June 2012 by the Institute for Public Policy Research on behalf of the University and College Union suggests that the UK economy gains over two hundred thousand pounds from … [Read more...] about UK Economy Benefits from Students with A Level and Degree Qualifications, Study Finds
Higher Tuition Fees May Cause Mature Students to Quit, Study Warns
A report compiled by the National Union of Students and Million+ based on a survey of almost 4,000 mature students has found that withdrawing state support for higher education, which will result in … [Read more...] about Higher Tuition Fees May Cause Mature Students to Quit, Study Warns
Trebling University Tuition Fees Did Not Result to More Teaching Hours, Study Says
A comprehensive survey of 9,000 university students conducted by the Higher Education Policy Institute (HEPI) found that trebling tuition fees did not lead to an increase in the teaching time for … [Read more...] about Trebling University Tuition Fees Did Not Result to More Teaching Hours, Study Says
New International University Rankings Out – UK Higher Education Ranked 10th Best
A new study by Universitas 21, an international group of universities and colleges, ranked the UK as being the 10th best overall for higher education. The research measured the overall effectiveness … [Read more...] about New International University Rankings Out – UK Higher Education Ranked 10th Best
Times Higher Education Student Experience Study Out – Dundee University Tops List
Dundee University, a Scottish Higher Education institution topped the list of universities providing the best experience of university life, according to the Times Higher Education (THE) student … [Read more...] about Times Higher Education Student Experience Study Out – Dundee University Tops List
University Drop-out Figures Increase – Economy Blamed
Latest figures released by the Higher Education Statistics Agency (Hesa) reflect a rise in the number of university students dropping out in UK universities. Below are the university drop-out rates … [Read more...] about University Drop-out Figures Increase – Economy Blamed
Irish City Offers UK Students Option for University Study in the Wake of Impending Tuition Fee Hikes
On 2 April 2012 officials in the city of Limerick, Republic of Ireland publicly conveyed their invitation to university students in Merseyside to study at their higher education institutions. Official … [Read more...] about Irish City Offers UK Students Option for University Study in the Wake of Impending Tuition Fee Hikes
Reputation of British Universities Suffer Because of Student Riots
A study of the rankings of universities all over the world found that only 10 British universities have made it to the top 100, two down compared to 2011. The research published by the Times Higher … [Read more...] about Reputation of British Universities Suffer Because of Student Riots
It’s National Student Money Week—Yet UK Tuition Fees are Too High!
National Student Money Week has been organised from 12 – 16 March so students will be aware of the financial support for higher education they are eligible for. Students are encouraged to apply for … [Read more...] about It’s National Student Money Week—Yet UK Tuition Fees are Too High!