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Hello, welcome to our blog where you can read a selection of student guides from our extensive Know-how library.
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 >
Cost of studying in Spain
12th April 2021
The cost of living and studying in Spain might seem a little daunting at first, but once you’ve taken into account all the potential things could add up, it becomes much less scary... Read more >
Student life in Spain
12th April 2021
If you’re trying to get the inside scoop on studying in the country known for the sun, then look no further. As one of the most popular destinations for international students, student life in Spain is an opportunity to experience world-class education in one of the most preeminent countries in Europe... Read more >
Studying in Spain: making an application
12th April 2021
It might feel like there’s a lot of things to prepare when going to study abroad, and it’s easy to forget some of the most important ones. From application materials to contacting your local embassy, we’ve come up with a list of things you need to have when making an application to a Spanish university... Read more >
What does 'wider reading' mean?
29th March 2021
Some universities request evidence of ‘wider reading’ in Personal Statements without giving much clarity on what they are actually looking for. Use this guide to find out what counts as wider reading, and how to get started... Read more >
Five careers to tackle climate change
19th March 2021
According to a report by Forbes magazine, clean energy employment in America grew by 3.6% in 2018, making up more than 4% of all jobs added nationally in that year... Read more >
Edge Hill University: What it's really like
17th March 2021
Want to become part of a tightly-knit campus community in a quirky town in the North of England? Come learn more about Edge Hill University. .. Read more >
Understanding anti-racism
14th March 2021
American political activist Angela Davis wrote: ‘in a racist society, it is not enough to be non-racist, we must be anti-racist’. In the simplest of terms, anti-racism refers to actions which actively oppose racism in any of its forms... Read more >
The University of Law: What it's really like
12th March 2021
Looking for a professional degree that prepares you for the real world? The University of Law may be exactly what you’re looking for. .. Read more >
An anti-racist resource list I
24th February 2021
As American political activist, Angela Davis wrote: "In a racist society, it is not enough to be non-racist, we must be anti-racist." It’s important that we all educate ourselves on what it means to be actively anti-racist so that we can all play our part in the global fight against racism... Read more >
Location matters: how to decide where in the US to study
14th February 2021
You know you want to study in the USA... but how do you start narrowing down where in that great big country you want to go? This guide breaks things down region by region to work out which areas might be right for you... Read more >
How to decide on a career path: 6 tips
31st January 2021
With hundreds of possible career paths out there, it can be pretty difficult to make a decision on what you want to pursue after you finish school. To help you with this process, we’ve come up with 6 tips for choosing a career that suits you best... Read more >
Becoming a solicitor: the new route to qualification
25th January 2021
The path to becoming a solicitor in England and Wales is a little complicated, though it leads to a rewarding career. This guide breaks the process down and introduces you to the SQE - a set of changes to solicitor qualification that will take place from September 2021... Read more >
Adjusting to change
22nd January 2021
All of us experience big changes at some points in our lives, like going to university, moving away from family and friends, or getting a new job. Sometimes, change can be daunting, and it can be hard to adjust once it’s happened... Read more >
How to get better at being assertive
19th January 2021
Assertiveness can help you confidently express yourself and stand up for your viewpoint, whilst respecting the opinions and feelings of others. Although some people are naturally assertive, many of us have to learn these skills as we navigate our way through life... Read more >
How to stick to a budget
10th January 2021
Budgeting means you make a plan for your spending and take control of your money, rather than letting it trickle away without you realising. Sticking to a budget can be hard, and a budget is no good if you just make it and forget it... Read more >
How to manage your workload
4th January 2021
Working and revising on your own can be tricky, especially if you are juggling multiple things, like homework for several subjects and some personal projects... Read more >
SLU-Madrid: what it's really like
4th January 2021
It's an American university... in Madrid. We investigate some of SLU-Madrid's most important features, what it's like to be a student there, and how to make a successful application... Read more >
Understanding gender: the basics
30th November 2020
The terms 'sex' and 'gender' often become blurred and can be confusing - in this guide we get right down to basics and define what they are... Read more >
Understanding human rights
22nd November 2020
The concept of human rights is something that binds all 7.7 billion of us human beings together, no matter where we’re from or what our background is. Yet it’s an idea that can often be complex and infringed upon... Read more >
Universal basic income
16th November 2020
What if we said you were going to receive no-strings-attached money, every month, for the rest of your life? Sounds pretty good, doesn’t it? Well it may not be as outlandish as it first sounds... Read more >
Get on the ladder: business and management
3rd November 2020
In 2020, there were a record 6 million businesses registered in the UK, with 99% of them classed as ‘small’ or ‘medium’ sized. The business and management sector is constantly growing so it's an exciting one to join, but you need the right skills and experiences to get your foot in the door... Read more >
How to write the perfect resume
3rd November 2020
Resumes are commonly used in the US, Canada, and Australia. They’re often shorter than CVs, and are one of the most important factors in determining whether you secure a job interview... Read more >
Faces behind the frog: Robyn Smith
22nd October 2020
As part of our 'Faces behind the frog' blog post series, we talk to Robyn about life as a Unifrog Account Manager and how her previous experience as a Barber led to the creation of her favourite teaching resource! What does a day in the life of an Account Manager look like?It's tricky to say what an average day looks like as an Account Manager; no two are remotely the same! Some days I'll be travelling from my home in Newcastle upon Tyne far and wide to Glasgow, York or the Lake District; other days I'm at home with my Jack Russell Terrier Elsie, taking calls and answering emails... Read more >
Contextual offers: getting the bigger picture
15th October 2020
Contextual offers are those made when universities take into account your personal circumstances when considering your application. For example, if you’ve attended a school with low progression rates to higher education, access schemes and alternative offers may be available to help you get into university... Read more >
Teacher Letters of Recommendation: for teachers
15th October 2020
When writing a UCAS Reference, the focus is on a student’s suitability for a particular course - but US applicants usually aren’t applying to a specific course... Read more >
Faces behind the frog: Chris Edwards
14th October 2020
As part of our 'Faces behind the frog' blog post series, we talk to Chris about life on the road as a Unifrog Area Manager and why he'd love to live in New Zealand... Read more >
Understanding the political spectrum
8th October 2020
You’ve probably heard the terms ‘left wing’ and ‘right wing’ before - a politician might be accused of being ‘too left wing’, or a newspaper might be known as a ‘right-wing publication’... Read more >
Exchange programmes and years abroad: your questions answered
7th October 2020
Doing a student exchange programme is a great way to travel and experience life in a different country. This guide will introduce you to the main features of exchange programmes, both within and outside of Europe... Read more >
Faces behind the frog: Rebecca Scannapieco
6th October 2020
As part of our 'Faces behind the frog' blog post series, we talk to Rebecca about what she learnt working at Zara and about her current role as a Unifrog Partner Success Lead... Read more >
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