Blog Posts tagged Tips

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The best optimal learning strategies for students

by Anita Naik

With the news that handwriting may boost brain connections more than typing, we look at the best optimal learning strategies.

A recent study suggests that handwriting can enhance connectivity across various brain regions, some of which play crucial roles in learning and memory.

In a study publishe...

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Everything you need to know about applying to Oxbridge

by Anita Naik

Are you thinking of applying to Oxbridge next year? If so, here's everything you need to know about when to use pre-admission tests and the interview process.

Oxbridge refers to the University of Oxford and the University of Cambridge, which receive approximately 40,000 applications yearly for unde...

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Best extracurricular for university applications

by Anita Naik

What do universities generally look for with extracurricular activities on personal statements? While the answer is well-rounded individuals who demonstrate qualities that go beyond the classroom, which activities show this best? Is it volunteering, sports, the Duke of Edinburgh or all of this and m...

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How to solve your procrastination habit this academic year

by Anita Naik

When it comes to putting off what you need to do, we're all guilty. According to research, nearly a quarter of us (25%) chronically procrastinate, with those between 14 and 29 years old most likely to procrastinate daily. With that in mind, we look at how to solve your child's procrastination habit ...

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Personal Statement | What university admissions tutors are looking for

by Anita Naik

One of the most complex parts of the UCAS application process is the Personal Statement. 83% of students reported to UCAS that the process was stressful, with 79% agreeing that the statement is difficult to complete without support. The issue is confounded by the fact that many students don't know h...

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