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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 MOOCs and why should you take one?
30th March 2020
MOOC stands for Massive Open Online Course. This term captures a huge range of courses that cover all kinds of topics. They’re super useful for boosting your knowledge or helping you get to grips with a new subject, but they can also impress during your uni, apprenticeship or job application process... Read more >
Distance learning case studies: a parent's perspective
29th March 2020
Farhana, our International Area Manager for Asia spoke to Kaytie Harding, a Primary Music Specialist in Hong Kong. Kaytie is currently in her eighth week of homeschooling her daughter who is in Year 8 and has some tips for parents new to homeschooling... Read more >
Coping with change
23rd March 2020
Change can be a daunting prospect, and many of us aren't sure how to deal with it. Here's some excellent tips on how to face change head-on... Read more >
Coping with anxiety
16th March 2020
Anxiety can affect anyone, regardless of age, gender, wealth or background. Recent research suggests that as many as 1 in 6 young people will experience an anxiety condition at some point in their lives, which means that up to 5 people in your class might be living with anxiety... Read more >
Faces behind the frog: Kim Anderson
16th March 2020
As part of our 'Faces behind the frog' blog post series, we talk to Kim about her role as an Area Manager and what Unifrog was like way back in 2015... Read more >
Getting in for STEM: 6 tips
6th March 2020
STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) graduates are some of the most sought after by employers in the industrial and corporate world... Read more >
Faces behind the frog: Simran Pooni
6th March 2020
As part of our 'Faces behind the frog' blog post series, we talk to Simran about her role as New Business Lead and what she's been ticking off her bucket list... Read more >
Get on the ladder: engineering
27th February 2020
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 >
Faces behind the frog: Greg Brown
27th February 2020
As part of our 'Faces behind the frog' blog post series, we talk to Greg about his role as an International Area Manager and life in Copenhagen... Read more >
5 essential recipes every student should know
25th February 2020
Just about everyone can cook, even those who think they can’t. It takes a little practice, and there might be a few culinary disasters along the way, but with some perseverance you’ll soon be cooking up a storm... Read more >
UK Medicine: the 5 steps to getting in
24th February 2020
Successful applicants will have been preparing their application up to 2 years in advance of the UCAS admissions cycle. The long process is necessary in order to ensure that successful applicants are the right calibre to become future doctors... Read more >
Faces behind the frog: Vikki Garner
24th February 2020
As part of our 'Faces behind the frog' blog post series, we talk to Vikki about life as our Head of Account Management and her previous experience as a teacher... Read more >
Why study in Japan?
10th February 2020
In recent years, Japan has been making real efforts to attract more international students to the country. The government’s 300,000 foreign student plan is aimed at bringing in at least that many students by the year 2020... Read more >
Understanding homelessness in the UK
7th February 2020
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 >
Faces behind the frog: Mitch Purnell
7th February 2020
As part of our 'Faces behind the frog' blog post series, we talk to Mitch about life as an Area Manager and why he decided to work for Unifrog... Read more >
Why study in Hong Kong?
3rd February 2020
In recent years, Hong Kong has become a popular place for international students to study. The fascinating city-state has plenty to offer students from all countries... Read more >
UK apprenticeships: how much will I earn?
31st January 2020
For many people considering an apprenticeship, ‘how much will I earn?’ is a key question. This guide will help you to figure out the answer! .. Read more >
Faces behind the frog: Jacqui Hogan
31st January 2020
As part of our 'Faces behind the frog' blog post series, we talk to Jacqui about life as an Account Manager and why working for a social enterprise is important to her... Read more >
Degree Apprenticeships and why you should love them
29th January 2020
Find out why degree apprenticeships are becoming an increasingly popular choice for young people, with soundbite advice from a range of apprentices and employment experts... Read more >
A guide to work experience
28th January 2020
Work experience is valuable for all students. It gives an insight into a professional field, and can also look impressive on a CV and Personal Statement... Read more >
An introduction to apprenticeships
27th January 2020
Apprenticeships are becoming an increasingly popular choice with school leavers, but what are they and who can apply? This article will help you get to grips with the basics... Read more >
Acing your CV
24th January 2020
Your CV is often the first thing about you that an employer will see. First impressions really do count; it’s essential you present a clear and professional CV so your application isn’t simply thrown onto the ‘no’ pile... Read more >
Faces behind the frog: Anna Barker
24th January 2020
As part of our 'Faces behind the frog' blog post series, we talk to Anna about life as an Area Manager and the voluntary work she's involved with outside Unifrog... Read more >
China: an introduction
17th January 2020
China is the world’s third biggest country and the most densely populated. An estimated 1.4 billion people inhabit an area of 9.6 million km². If you decide to study there, you’ll be joining a thriving education system with a growing reputation... Read more >
Faces behind the frog: Stephen Rodwell
17th January 2020
As part of our 'Faces behind the frog' blog post series, we talk to Stephen about life as the Unifrog Operations and Finance Lead and what he'd want if he was stranded on a desert island... Read more >
Get on the ladder: marketing, advertising and sales
10th January 2020
The marketing, advertising and sales sector is varied, creative, rewarding and highly competitive. This guide is packed with insider tips on how to get essential experience that will help you to stand out from the crowd... Read more >
Faces behind the frog: Ben Mahoney
10th January 2020
As part of our 'Faces behind the frog' blog post series, we talk to Ben Mahoney about life as a Unifrog Area Manager and what his ideal weekend looks like... Read more >
Example Personal Statement: Medicine
7th January 2020
With this Personal Statement, I received interview offers from St George’s University of London, Keele, Hull and York Medical School and Exeter. I got admission offers from Exeter and St George’s... Read more >
An introduction to Yoga and Pilates
6th January 2020
Yoga and Pilates are two terms that you’ve probably already heard of. You may think they're not for you, but they can have benefits to both your physical and mental health, and can be done from the comfort of your own home... Read more >
How to survive online university interviews
2nd January 2020
An increasing number of US colleges are adopting online interviews as part of their admissions process, with Oxbridge also offering online interviews to some international candidates... Read more >