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Hello! Our blog is a place where teachers and counselors can geek-out on issues surrounding progression.
Study in the US: how to determine your ‘fit’
18th October 2019
As you start to familiarise yourself with the U.S college admissions process, you will start to notice that each college’s admissions page will refer to their admissions process being “holistic”... Read more >
A guide to work experience
17th October 2019
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 >
Why study in the Netherlands?
11th October 2019
From it's low tuition fees to it's creative culture, there are lots of reasons why studying in the Netherlands may be just right for you.. Read more >
Applying to the US: a UK student's perspective
10th October 2019
I am a student from Cambridgeshire, UK. I applied to Harvard, Princeton, Amherst and Georgetown in the academic year 2016/17. .. Read more >
Coping with stress
10th October 2019
With all the added pressure that comes hand in hand with being a teenager or young adult, it isn’t surprising that so many suffer from stress. But that doesn’t mean it’s necessarily normal or healthy; in fact, the most recent Stress in America report found that American teens report stress levels higher than what they believe is healthy... Read more >
Student life in Germany
10th October 2019
Whether you want to do a full-time degree or just get out to the continent on a year abroad, Germany - named the most attractive destination for international students in a recent Study... Read more >
Why study in Japan?
10th October 2019
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 >
Ask an expert: Interactions tool & Gatsby Benchmarks
4th October 2019
An interview with Unifrog Area Manager and Gatsby Champion, Charley Fowler What is the Unifrog interactions tool? The Unifrog Interactions tool is a tool for both students and teachers... Read more >
The US vs the UK
4th October 2019
The US and the UK supposedly have a longstanding 'special relationship' - but their university systems have grown to be quite different from each other... Read more >
Example Personal Statement: Psychology
27th September 2019
I applied to study Psychology and Criminology at Southampton, Royal Holloway and Swansea, as well as Psychology at Liverpool and Oxford Brookes. I received offers from all five of my universities... Read more >
Prison reform
23rd September 2019
As far back as 2380 BC, there are records of basic laws and justice. The idea of imprisoning someone as punishment dates back to Roman times but only became popular again recently... Read more >
The Climate Crisis
23rd September 2019
Planet Earth is our home and the only known place in the universe capable of supporting life. It’s a truly remarkable place for many reasons - the lush Amazon rainforest, the mighty Mount Everest, and, of course, the humble smartphone... Read more >
The plastic crisis
23rd September 2019
We take plastic for granted - but it’s only really existed as we know it for the last 70 years. In this short amount of time, it’s changed the way we live - the clothes we wear, the food we eat and the products we have in our homes... Read more >
Understanding human rights
23rd September 2019
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 sometimes infringed upon... Read more >
Fake news
22nd September 2019
Fake news is a term that’s often thrown around, particularly in the wake of the 2016 US election. It’s a buzzword that’s often used to dismiss something a person disagrees with... Read more >
Giving feedback on Personal Statements
20th September 2019
Giving feedback on a Personal Statement can be frustrating: the process is often shared by multiple teachers, and then parents also like to give their views... Read more >
Writing like a boss: the Personal Statement
13th September 2019
In most cases, the Personal Statement is a candidate’s only chance to describe in their own words their passion for and ability in the subject for which they are applying... Read more >
Introducing Unifrog themed weeks
5th September 2019
Here at Unifrog HQ, we’ve been busy putting together a programme of themed weeks which we hope you’re going to be as excited about as we are! What are themed weeks? Drawing on the findings from our recent Horizons report and from speaking to teachers and careers counselors at partner schools, we’ve chosen six important issues surrounding careers education that matter to you... Read more >
Coping with change: how to make friends at a new school or college
2nd September 2019
Moving to a new school or college brings plenty of chances to start fresh, take exciting opportunities, and meet new people. Although it can sometimes be a little daunting going into a new environment, before long, you’ll feel like part of the furniture (although not literally, we hope)... Read more >
UK Open Days
2nd September 2019
Often students arriving at university have only visited once beforehand, on an Open Day. It is therefore crucial to make the most of this opportunity so that your final choice of where to study will be an informed one... Read more >
Unexpected A-level results? Your guide to UCAS Clearing
15th August 2019
The big day has finally arrived. If you didn’t receive the results you were expecting, don’t panic - there are options, and we’re going to guide you through them... Read more >
Gap years
2nd August 2019
A gap year is an incredible opportunity to explore, save money and learn new skills, but only if you make use of your time effectively. Here are 5 tip.. Read more >
Get on the ladder: TV, radio and film production
15th July 2019
TV, radio and film production is a fascinating industry to work in. No two days are the same, you’ll meet other creative people, and seeing the end result of your hard work can be incredibly rewarding... Read more >
Volunteering: why it matters and how to start
8th July 2019
Nobody really likes the idea of ‘working for free’, but with volunteering you do in fact get plenty back in return. Aside from making a positive impact on society, volunteering will allow you to sample a job or workplace, develop key skills that’ll impress future employers, and meet like-minded people... Read more >
Unifrog Area Manager Anna Barker awarded MBE in the Queen's Birthday Honours
4th July 2019
When she’s not being a fantastic Area Manager for Unifrog, Anna Barker commits a lot of her free time to social action. In June of this year, she was appointed MBE in the Queen’s Birthday Honours for her dedication to promoting the voices of young people... Read more >
Horizons Chapter 4: Studying Abroad
1st July 2019
In our fourth and final article discussing Unifrog’s new Horizons report, we’re turning our attention to overseas study. Student interest in studying abroad remains impressively high this year, with 29% of students from state schools and 41% of students from independent schools shortlisting a UK university study abroad programme... Read more >
A quick guide to internet safety
1st July 2019
The internet is one of the greatest inventions of the 20th century. Aside from providing us with an endless source of memes and cat videos, it has connected the world, transformed entertainment, and made our lives far more convenient... Read more >
Get on the ladder: IT and software development
27th June 2019
IT, or Information Technology, is the transfer of information by way of computers and computer systems. People who work in IT maintain, build, or repair hardware and software relating to these systems... Read more >
Dealing with racism
24th June 2019
Racism is a harmful and horrific part of many societies. Instead of celebrating and learning from our differences, some people feel compelled to criticise and alienate others because of their race, religion, culture or ethnicity... Read more >
How to survive university halls
24th June 2019
Roly is currently in her first year at the Rhode Island School of Design (RISD). Before moving to the US, she lived in London. Here, she tells us exactly what it’s like to live in university accommodation, and what new students can do to make the experience as much fun as possible... Read more >