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What you can do with a degree in... English literature
17th September 2021
English literature is one of the most versatile university topics, covering so much more than just books. History, art, drama, culture…you’ll learn it all! And when you’re done, there are a ton of different career paths you’ll be ready for... Read more >
What you can do with a degree in... History of art
17th September 2021
So you’re passionate about history of art, but worried about where it will lead you in terms of jobs? Never fear: this guide breaks down the many routes you can take from a history of art course into the job of your dreams... Read more >
What you can do with a degree in... Theology
17th September 2021
Theology is a wide-ranging degree subject that can lead you to many interesting places. In other words, being a theology student doesn’t mean you beco.. Read more >
Your Mossy Earth winner & 'Save the Planet' week
2nd September 2021
Last month, Unifrog teamed up with Mossy Earth to get students voting for one of its rewilding projects. In the spring, we’ll be keeping students involved by hosting our own ‘Save the Planet’ week... Read more >
How I got in: Alexandra's story
2nd September 2021
Alexandra's journey with Unifrog led her to an offer from the University of Cambridge. Here's how she got there..... Read more >
Falmouth University: What it's really like
26th August 2021
If you want a dynamic, creative degree, Falmouth might be the university for you!.. Read more >
Pearson College London: What it's really like
24th August 2021
If you want hands-on preparation for entering the world of work, Pearson College London may be your ideal destination!.. Read more >
UCA: What it's really like
11th August 2021
If you’re passionate about the creative arts and want to make a successful career in an arts industry, University for the Creative Arts may just be the place for you... Read more >
LIS: What it's really like
29th July 2021
If you want a unique degree focused on big questions rather than narrow disciplines, LIS might be the place for you... Read more >
Summer jobs
19th July 2021
Finding a job isn’t on every student’s mind when they plan their summer. You might want to focus on other things during your summer - like volunteering or relaxing... Read more >
UA92: what it's really like
6th July 2021
If you want a flexible education with a focus on preparing you for the working world, UA92 may just be the place for you. .. Read more >
Your voice and your vote: Which rewilding project will you choose?
28th June 2021
Whilst terms such as conservation, biodiversity, and climate crisis are commonplace in our vocabulary today, rewilding is one term you may be less familiar with... Read more >
Norwich University of the Arts: What it's really like
23rd June 2021
If you’re looking for a creative, innovative arts education in one of the UK’s most livable cities, Norwich University of the Arts might be just the place for you... Read more >
LIPA: What it's really like
15th June 2021
If you’re looking to start a career in any element of the performing arts, then LIPA may just be the university for you... Read more >
Get on the ladder: Engineering
11th June 2021
If you’re fascinated by how things work and you love to solve problems, a career in Engineering could be perfect for you. As with any career, though, you’ll need relevant skills and experience to stand out from the crowd and land your dream job... Read more >
How to be an LGBTQ+ ally
7th June 2021
Sometimes, you might not fully understand what your friends are going through but still want to help. This can be especially true when it comes to things like gender and sexuality, which is why we wrote this guide... Read more >
An introduction to mental health
10th May 2021
We’re living in stressful times, and there’s probably plenty weighing on your mind at any given time. Your mind needs looking after just like your body does... Read more >
Leeds Beckett University: What it's really like
5th May 2021
Want a university that focuses on student satisfaction and your future career prospects, in one of the best student cities in the world? Then Leeds Beckett University might be the perfect place for you... Read more >
Results day and Clearing: advice for teachers
4th May 2021
With over 60,000 students accepting offers through Clearing in 2019/2020, it’s becoming a much more common route into university. We’ve worked with Edinburgh Napier University to go through what you need to know to support your students after they submit their applications and beyond... Read more >
Results day and Clearing: applying to uni for the first time this cycle?
4th May 2021
Opened your results and suddenly decided you want to go to university? That’s ok - you still can! You can use Clearing to apply for university for the first time and achieve all of your HE dreams! We’ve worked with the University of Essex to show you the ropes for first time applications through Clearing... Read more >
Results day and Clearing: are you ready for Clearing?
4th May 2021
You probably won’t know if you need to use Clearing until May or even results day. The best way to tackle this is to prepare for Clearing, Extra, and Adjustment just in case you do need them... Read more >
Results day and Clearing: higher results than expected?
4th May 2021
Knowing your hard work paid off in your exams is one of the best feelings in the world! You did a great job and deserve to celebrate! Did you know that you can actually change your chosen university course to one with higher entry requirements if you want to? We’ve worked with the University of Portsmouth to give you the lowdown on all things Adjustment... Read more >
Results day and Clearing: lower results than expected?
4th May 2021
Results day is a major life event and it can feel like everything that happens for the rest of your life hinges on whatever is written inside that envelope... Read more >
Results day and Clearing: what is Clearing and how does it work?
4th May 2021
Applying for university is exciting and you actually get more than one shot at getting on the course of your dreams! In this guide we’ve worked with the University of Law to take you through Clearing, Extra, and Adjustment to help you find your HE heaven... Read more >
Results day and Clearing: what should you do after you accept a place?
4th May 2021
Congratulations! As frantic as organising your place might have been, the exciting part is still to come: you’re going to university! Your next steps are slightly different to students who didn’t use Clearing or Adjustment - we’ve joined forces with the University of Aberdeen to guide you through what to do next... Read more >
Understanding homelessness in the UK
3rd May 2021
When you think of homelessness, you probably think of the people you see living on the streets. But this is just the tip of the iceberg. For every one person sleeping rough, there are another nine who are homeless and living in homeless hostels or other forms of temporary accommodation... Read more >
The evaluation of the North East of England pilot of the Gatsby Benchmarks
26th April 2021
Over the course of four years, the North East of England pilot of the Gatsby Benchmarks tracked the progress of 16 schools and colleges towards meeting the benchmarks, and the impact this had on students... Read more >
Five ways to practise self-care on a budget
23rd April 2021
Self-care doesn’t have to mean expensive yoga classes or luxury retreats. Genuine self-care should be something you can integrate into your routine without blowing your monthly budget... Read more >
How to write a winning cover letter
20th April 2021
Cover letters are your ticket to job interviews, especially when you don’t have much work experience. So how can you write a cover letter that will make an employer eager to meet you? This guide will help you write cover letters with confidence... Read more >
What are some countries doing to prevent climate change?
19th April 2021
According to a 2018 UN report, global CO2 emissions have increased by 50% since 1990. This guide looks at what is being done to combat this on a big scale - from national policies to international agreements... Read more >
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