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How Your University Choice Can Impact Your Academic Success

Choosing a university is a big decision that can have a significant impact on your academic success. Higher learning is more than just attending classes and earning a degree; it's a transformative life experience that can shape your future in a multitude of ways. But with so many options available, it can be hard to know which university to choose. In this article, we'll explore how your...

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What support is available for students with a learning difficulty, mental health condition or disability?

As we look ahead to the 23/24 academic year this autumn, we recently launched the student finance application service for full-time undergraduate students in England. Students can apply for help with their course costs through a Maintenance Loan and to cover their fees with a Tuition Fee Loan.

However, depending on a student’s circumstances, there are other types of support available...

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8 things you should know about your student loan

8 things you might not know about your student loan, but definitely should.

Student loans and how they’re repaid works differently from other types of borrowing. For example, did you know you will only repay when your income is over a certain amount? Or that if you have an outstanding balance at the end of your loan term it will be written off?

It’s important to understand these...

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The Student Loans Company pays £2.6bn in funding to students across the UK

SLC provides an update on first term Maintenance Loan payments to students

Over £2.6bn has been paid to 1.1m students in the first term of the 22/23 academic year, according to figures released today* by the Student Loans Company (SLC).

The organisation, which administers student finance on behalf of the UK Government and the Devolved Administrations in Scotland, Northern Ireland and...

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Exams head back to normality in 2023

Government and Ofqual confirm exam arrangements for students in 2023

GCSE, AS, and A level exams in England will largely return to pre-pandemic arrangements next summer as young people continue to recover from the pandemic.

In line with the plans set out last September, Ofqual has confirmed a return to pre-pandemic grading in 2023.

To protect students against the disruption...

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Expert reveals how students can get the perfect night's sleep

With university courses starting across the UK this Autumn, it can be a daunting time ahead. Many students might struggle with relaxation during this period, so it's vital to understand the importance of self-care. More importantly, going hand in hand with that is to make sure to get the right amount of sleep; these are both essentials for acing studies.

Seasonal shifts also can...

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Record numbers of 18-year-olds take up their place at university

425,830 of students will be taking up a place at a UK university – a record for an examination year.

Nearly 180,000 18-year-old students in England have had their place at their first choice of university confirmed. This is the largest number ever on record for an examination year, a 20% increase on 2019, when exams were last sat.

Overall, 425,830 students of all ages and...

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Clearing a path to higher education

Ahead of the release of A-Level results on Thursday (18th), the Student Loans Company (SLC) is sharing its top tips for prospective students going through Clearing this year.

It’s predicted that this year’s Clearing window will be busier than ever, due to a range of factors, including an increase in the number of 18-year-olds heading to university or college as well as a return to a more...

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Student loan interest rates capped

Student loan interest rates cut to 7.3% from 12% from September 2022

This is the largest scale reduction of student loan interest rates on record to support graduate borrowers

The government will cap student loan interest rates for current graduate borrowers to protect them from a rise in inflation.

A rise in the rate of RPI due to global economic pressures meant student...

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How to motivate students during exam time, according to psychologists

As exam season begins, parents, carers and teachers will be looking for various ways to motivate students to do well in their studies. But the messaging you use to motivate them should depend on their level of confidence, according to research by psychologists.

Dr Richard Remedios , Assistant Professor in Student Motivation and Engagement, Psychology, at Nottingham Trent University’s School...

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