La la Land is a beautiful, tear-jerking and, surprisingly, quite realistic depiction of what life is for those, unafraid to chase after their dreams no matter the obstacles and struggles they have to endure along the way. Yet, there’s something about the stages that the main characters go through that are reminiscent of university experience too.
A dissertation is essentially an essay on steroids - typically, they involve a large amount of independent research and a lot of writing. The process is long, stressful and usually encompasses these 8 phases:
You've been given all the revision advice in the world; new techniques, highlighters, flash cards, practice papers and much more. But sometimes it is your lifestyle choices that can lead to more productive revision and ultimately better exam results.
Every language learning journey is unique. However, the beginning usually looks somewhat like this...
Next time you’re sitting an exam, remember to look out for these people. And if you can’t find them all, you might be one of them!
Going to university gives many people the chance to be let loose from the shackles of parental concern. For many, this means going to the city and shrugging off sleep like a habit best forgotten. But what about rural unis?
We all know the drill – you say that you’ll “pack less” this time, and somehow you’re always trying to cram everything + your kitchen sink in the night before. Cram no more!
No matter how excited you may be for university, there's nothing to prepare you for the scary move into student accommodation.
Internships are a great way for under- and post-graduates to gain some experience and get a foot into the World of Work. But how can you make sure you’re always at the top of your game?
Saving money seems to be the most difficult part of student living. Having to pay for every tiny thing, from books to laundry to drinks, is taxing on you and your debit card.
