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Gamers: these are the top UK unis for gaming

Several UK universities stand out for their commitment to nurturing gaming talent and fostering esports communities, providing students with both academic excellence and opportunities to pursue their passion for gaming. If you’re looking for a university where you can combine study with play, this list will help you sort the power-ups from the debuffs!

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How To Talk To Your Parents About Your Uni Choices

Choosing to move away to university and picking a subject to study is an exciting and scary time. And with the UCAS deadline coming up, it’s time to have the crucial conversation with your parents, family or guardians about what you’ve decided to do.

This isn’t always the easiest conversation to navigate, and your parents or guardians may express concerns or negative opinions about...

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Thousands of pupils secure place at their first-choice university

University acceptances are up on 2019, with 79% getting their first-choice as results return to pre-pandemic levels in an important step back to normal.

Young people across England are celebrating exam results this morning – with thousands of them moving on to university, apprenticeships and the world of work.

Overall, 79% of 18-year-old pupils in the UK receiving a decision today...

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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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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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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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How to Still Connect With Your Child Once They’ve Left for University

Your children moving to university marks the end of an era and the beginning of their independence. While your kids might be ready to go, you might be feeling a bit nervous about them taking on the world by themselves.

These feelings are understandable. One minute you’re ironing their school uniform, the next they’re adults, with a suitcase full of clothes moving onto a new stage of...

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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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University fees: Why paying tuition and living costs upfront might not be the best financial strategy 

  • Undergraduates starting a three-year degree this Autumn will leave with £45,800 in debt on average
· Interest rate on student loans in England and Wales to be capped at 6.3% this autumn · But paying tuition fees upfront may not be worth it as what you repay depends on how much you earn not what you owe · Any unpaid debt gets wiped after 30 years with only 20% of full-time...

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