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Employer profile: Centrica, A British-based multinational energy company
23rd March 2023
Energy companies supply us with things like gas and electricity for cooking, heating, and watching tv, but what's it like to work for one? In this guide, you’ll learn all about working at Centrica, what apprenticeship opportunities are available, and how to apply... Read more >
Employer profile: Armstrong Watson, Chartered Accountants
21st March 2023
Chartered Accountants support businesses with things like tax planning, auditing, and financial management, but what's it like to work for one? In this guide, you’ll learn all about working at Armstrong Watson, what apprenticeship opportunities are available, and how to apply... Read more >
An overview of the Unifrog platform
16th March 2023
On Unifrog, teachers and students have different types of accounts, and can do different things. This guide explains who can do what!Open the platform map as a pdf here... Read more >
Employer profile: Ashurst, a global commercial law firm
14th March 2023
Law firms guide their clients through their legal and business problems, but what is it like to work for one? In this guide, you’ll learn all about working at Ashurst, the work experience and apprenticeship opportunities that are available, and how to apply... Read more >
Career profile: sales manager
13th March 2023
Sales managers (sometimes called ‘account managers’) are responsible for a team of sales representatives (‘reps’) that sell a particular product or type of product... Read more >
Employer profile: Goldman Sachs, a leading global financial services firm
8th March 2023
Global financial services firms help companies, governments, and individuals to manage and safely invest their money, but what is it like to work for them? In this guide, you’ll learn all about working at Goldman Sachs, what apprenticeship opportunities are available, and how to apply... Read more >
Career profile: acoustics engineer
7th March 2023
Acoustics engineers are experts on how to control noise and vibrations. For example they might work on how to reduce the noise and vibrations experienced by people inside a building, or when using tools like hairdryers or heavy machinery... Read more >
Career profile: firefighter
6th March 2023
Firefighters rescue people and buildings from fires and other dangerous situations, and advise on preventing fires. In this guide we talk you through the entry requirements, key skills, and a typical career pathway for a firefighter... Read more >
Employer profile: KPMG, one of the 'big four' accounting and professional services firms
3rd March 2023
Professional services firms support businesses with things like legal services, auditing, and implementing new technologies, but what's it like to work for one? In this guide, you’ll learn all about working at KPMG, what apprenticeship opportunities are available, and how to apply... Read more >
Employer profile: Royal Navy, the maritime branch of the British military
16th February 2023
The Royal Navy protects both UK and international waters, but what is it like to work for them? In this guide, you’ll learn all about working for the Royal Navy, what apprenticeship opportunities are available, and how to apply... Read more >
Employer profile: Experian, a global information services company
16th February 2023
Global information services companies analyse lots of data to help people make smarter decisions, but what is it like to work for them? In this guide, you’ll learn all about working for Experian, what apprenticeship opportunities are available, and how to apply... Read more >
Employer profile: Ford, one of the UK's biggest-selling car and commercial vehicle manufacturers
7th February 2023
Vehicle manufacturers design, produce, and sell the cars and other vehicles that we see on the road, but what is it like to work for them? In this guide, you’ll learn all about working for Ford, what apprenticeship opportunities are available, and how to apply... Read more >
Employer profile: Edwards Vacuum, a leading international vacuum technology manufacturer
31st January 2023
Edwards Vacuum manufactures, designs, and produces vacuum parts which are used in everyday items like mobile phones and cars, but what is it like to work for them? In this guide, you’ll learn all about working for Edwards Vacuum, what apprenticeship opportunities are available, and how to apply... Read more >
How I got in: Nathalie’s degree apprenticeship at Dyson
20th January 2023
Nathalie is a degree apprenticeship graduate currently working at Dyson where she is now an engineer. But how did she go from not being sure what to d.. Read more >
Employer profile: Lloyds Banking Group, one of the UK's largest banks
18th January 2023
Want to know what it's like to work for a financial services provider? In this guide, you’ll learn all about working at Lloyds Banking Group, what apprenticeship opportunities are available, and how to apply... Read more >
Employer profile: Schroders, a global investment management company
19th December 2022
Investment management companies help people and business to investment their money in order to try and make more money, but what's it like to work for one? In this guide, you’ll learn all about working at Schroders, what apprenticeship opportunities are available, and how to apply... Read more >
Employer profile: NHS, the UK's National Health Service
15th December 2022
NHS services and hospitals help to treat us when we're ill, but what is it like to work for them? In this guide, you’ll learn all about working for the NHS, what apprenticeship opportunities are available, and how to apply... Read more >
How I got in: William's engineering degree apprenticeship
1st December 2022
William is currently working at Rolls-Royce where he is completing an engineering degree apprenticeship. Here’s how he discovered his passion for engineering and pursued a career with the luxury car manufacturer... Read more >
Employer profile: British Airways, one of the UK's largest airlines
14th November 2022
Airlines help to fly passengers and goods all around the world, but what is it like to work for one? In this guide, you’ll learn all about working at British Airways, what apprenticeship opportunities are available, and how to apply... Read more >
Employer profile: Edmundson Electrical Ltd (EEL), the UK's largest electrical wholesaler
2nd November 2022
Electrical wholesalers supply electrical contractors with products like switches, light fittings, and cables for use when building houses or commercial buildings, but what's it like to work for one? In this guide, you’ll learn all about working at Edmundson Electrical Ltd, what apprenticeship opportunities are available, and how to apply... Read more >
Employer profile: CMS, an international law firm
1st November 2022
Corporate law firms advise clients of their rights, responsibilities, and duties under the law. But what's it really like to work for one? In this guide, you’ll learn all about working at CMS, what apprenticeship opportunities are available, and how to apply... Read more >
Employer profile: Essity, a global hygiene and health company
17th October 2022
Health and hygiene companies supply us with everyday products like tissue paper, and feminine and healthcare products. What is it like to work for one? In this guide, you’ll learn all about working at Essity, what apprenticeship opportunities are available, and how to apply... Read more >
Employer profile: Unilever, one of the world’s largest consumer goods companies
12th October 2022
Consumer goods companies design and create products that we use in our everyday life like ice cream, deodorant, and mayonnaise, but what's it like to work for one? In this guide, you’ll learn all about working at Unilever, what apprenticeship opportunities are available, and tips on how to apply... Read more >
Employer profile: Severn Trent Water, one of the UK's largest water companies
6th October 2022
Water companies supply us with water for everyday tasks such as showering, cooking, and gardening, but what's it like to work for one? In this guide, you’ll learn all about working at Severn Trent Water, what apprenticeship and entry roles are available, and how to apply... Read more >
Employer profile: EY, one of the 'big four' accounting and consultancy firms
13th May 2022
What does it mean to work for an accountancy firm - and is it the place for me? In this guide, you’ll learn all about working at EY and how you can apply if you’re keen... Read more >
Employer profile: PwC, one of the 'big four' accounting and consultancy firms
12th April 2022
What is a professional services firm, and how can I apply? Find out all about PwC and how you can get started on your career with them!.. Read more >
Autism at a UK university: Lina's story
28th February 2022
Lina, a Financial Analyst and an Economics and Accounting graduate from Brunel University, tells us about her experience of going to university as a person with autism... Read more >
How to create a revision timetable
27th September 2021
When exams are looming at school or in the workplace, revision is a key way to help you prepare. Making sure you create a realistic timetable around your existing workload can help you minimise stress and maximise your chance of acing your exams... Read more >
How to manage your free time
27th September 2021
Free time gives you a break from some of the pressures of everyday life so you can get stuck into doing the things you love the most, but it's easy to use it to lounge around not doing very much at all... Read more >
Goal-setting: how to set good goals
27th September 2021
Being able to set and achieve goals is helpful for all sorts of things: from your personal life, to your studies, to your career. In this guide we give you some pro tips on how to set great goals... 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 >
How to stick to a budget
10th January 2021
A budget is a plan that sets out how you will use your money. 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 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 >
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 >
Five areas in your life where you can reduce your carbon footprint
16th September 2020
Just about everything you do contributes to your carbon footprint - from watching TV to eating a sandwich. It’s the total amount of greenhouse gases produced by your activities and lifestyle, which means anything that requires energy will add to it... Read more >
Why you should take a MOOC
30th March 2020
MOOCs are a great way to learn something new, boost your knowledge, and impress on your applications. But what are MOOCs and how can you get the best out of them? This guide sets out everything you need to know about MOOCs... Read more >
Understanding the plastic crisis
11th November 2019
Plastic is an integral part of our lives, but it’s only existed as we know it for the last 70 years. In this short amount of time, it’s changed the clothes we wear, the food we eat, and the products we have in our homes... Read more >
Preparing for UK uni open days
2nd September 2019
Open days are possibly the best way to get a real feel for the universities on your shortlist. These seven tips will help you to get the most out of them... Read more >
Six myths about climate change
10th August 2019
With climate change appearing in the media so often, there are a number of conflicting claims around what it is and the best way to tackle it. This guide will take you through some of the most common myths surrounding climate change and explain why they’re untrue... Read more >
How to survive university halls
24th June 2019
Student housing is its own unique experience. Even if you boarded during school, there’s really nothing like your first year at university! This guide offers some ways to make sure it’s all smooth sailing... Read more >
Your complete guide to finding and booking university accommodation
24th June 2019
One of the most exciting things about going to study at university is living in a new place. You get the chance to have your own space, and meet some new people too! Once your degree programme is confirmed, your next task is to find somewhere to live... Read more >
How to ace your job or apprenticeship interviews
3rd June 2019
Got a job or apprenticeship interview coming up? No worries - follow this guide and you’ll leave everyone impressed. .. Read more >
Revision techniques: how to ace revision
1st April 2019
Exams are an unavoidable part of school life and beyond. With the right prep, you can minimise the stress and reach your full potential. To help you on your way to exam success, we’ve outlined some great advice (if we do say so ourselves) on how to ace revision... Read more >
University and apprenticeships: what's the difference?
4th March 2019
A UK university degree usually takes three or four years of academic study and can cost up to £9,250 per year. Apprentices earn a weekly wage as they gain skills and knowledge on the job, working towards a qualification... Read more >
UK Finance: How to work out your take-home pay
11th February 2019
For many people, the first pay check can be a bit surprising. In the UK, things like income tax, national insurance and student loans will come directly out of your wage before the money hits your bank account... Read more >
Degree Apprenticeship Q&A with Katie Fiddaman
26th November 2018
Katie Fiddaman is completing a Chartered Manager Degree Apprenticeship with Pearson College London. By the end of her three-year apprenticeship, she’ll have gained a full BA (Hons) degree in Business Management, as well as Chartered Manager (CMgr) status - the gold standard for the managerial profession... Read more >
UK Medicine interviews: overview
30th October 2018
When applying for Medicine, interviews can seem like a pretty intimidating process. Making sure you are well-prepared beforehand can put you at ease. This guide will give you an overview of the three main types of Medicine interviews, along with some helpful tips on how to prepare and how to impress on the day itself... Read more >
An Oxford University interview experience
9th October 2018
Anna Sykes is a British student who is currently in her first year studying English Literature at the University of York. Here, she gives some useful insights into her Oxford University application experience... Read more >
Disclosing your disability to a UK university
19th September 2018
The decision on whether or not to disclose a disability to a university is a personal one with a number of factors to consider. We’ve answered some of the most common questions about disclosure, so you can make the decision that works for you... Read more >
Five great reasons to study at a US liberal arts college
20th August 2018
Elias van Emmerick is a Belgian student who completed his IB at 16 and is a rising sophomore at Pomona College in California - Forbes’ #1 Liberal Arts College in 2017... Read more >
UK university open day checklist
18th June 2018
You can travel a long way to an open day. Doing just a little preparation in advance can make your trip more worthwhile, and can make it more likely that you'll end up choosing the best course for you... Read more >
How do you choose your medical schools?
11th May 2015
Following on from our first blog last month outlining the application process, this month we are going to focus on one of the key components of UCAS, namely selecting 4 medical schools... Read more >
What to know about the medical school application process
12th April 2015
The Medic Portal (TMP) provides expert advice for students, teachers and parents facing the tricky, and ever-changing, medical school application process... Read more >
Interview with Eugene: why I chose an apprenticeship
11th May 2014
Good afternoon Eugene, could you tell us a bit about yourself?Good afternoon! I used to study IT and business at a college in London and today I am doing an apprenticeship at Sir Plus, an e-commerce website for quality British clothing... Read more >
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