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Latest Stretch your student budget: The best second-hand markets in the UK

Stretch your student budget: The best second-hand markets in the UK

Tuesday, September 3, 2024

Numerous hidden antique and vintage finds make their way to second-hand markets and car boot sales across the UK. As second-hand shopping gains momentum, opting for a vintage treasure is becoming increasingly common, with 69% of Gen Z and 67% of Millennials having made second-hand purchases in the last year.*

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  • New UK Immigration Laws: A Challenge for International Students

    New UK Immigration Laws: A Challenge for International Students

    Tuesday, January 23, 2024

    The new UK immigration laws represent a significant challenge for international students, impacting their family lives, career prospects, and overall experience in the UK. These changes also pose broader questions about the UK's role as a global education leader and its approach to immigration.

  • Graduate Visa Review Concerns: UK Education Sector on Edge

    Graduate Visa Review Concerns: UK Education Sector on Edge

    Tuesday, January 23, 2024

    International students in the UK are anxious about the Home Office's review of the post-study work visa, fearing changes that could limit their opportunities to work in the UK after graduation. This uncertainty threatens their career prospects and the value of their educational investment in the UK.

  • Oxford Union Passes Motion: "The UK is Failing Immigrants"

    Oxford Union Passes Motion: "The UK is Failing Immigrants"

    Tuesday, January 23, 2024

    In a landmark development, the Oxford Union, a prestigious debating society, recently held a thought-provoking debate on the state of immigration in the United Kingdom. The motion, "This House Believes the UK is Failing Immigrants", was passed, signifying a critical stance on current immigration policies, especially concerning international students.

  • Young people need more 'character education' to succeed professionally, former Education Sec says

    Young people need more 'character education' to succeed professionally, former Education Sec says

    Monday, January 22, 2024

    England's education and careers system should introduce more 'character' development opportunities – building self-belief, determination, and resilience –to prepare young people for the fast-changing economy, says Baroness Morgan, Chair of The Careers & Enterprise Company (CEC).

  • UK Increases Funding for Degree Apprenticeships Amid Calls for Higher Wages

    UK Increases Funding for Degree Apprenticeships Amid Calls for Higher Wages

    Monday, January 22, 2024

    In a significant move to boost higher education accessibility, the UK Government, through the Office for Students (OfS), has announced an investment of £12 million to expand the availability of Level 6 degree apprenticeship courses and places in English higher education institutions

  • University of Sheffield Leads Russell Group in National Student Survey with Top Marks

    University of Sheffield Leads Russell Group in National Student Survey with Top Marks

    Saturday, January 20, 2024

    The University of Sheffield has achieved a remarkable feat, leading the prestigious Russell Group in the latest National Student Survey. Exceling in assessment, feedback, and student union services, Sheffield stands out for its commitment to student satisfaction and academic excellence. This accolade highlights the university's unparalleled dedication to fostering a supportive and dynamic learning environment

  • Universities Face Financial Risks Due to Declining International Enrolments

    Universities Face Financial Risks Due to Declining International Enrolments

    Saturday, January 20, 2024

    A PwC report warns that 51% to 80% of UK universities could face deficits if international student numbers continue to drop from 2024/25. The decline, particularly from India and Nigeria, threatens the financial stability long reliant on overseas enrolments.

  • UK Sees Alarming Decline in Healthcare and Teaching Degree Applications, NUS Calls for Government Action

    UK Sees Alarming Decline in Healthcare and Teaching Degree Applications, NUS Calls for Government Action

    Saturday, January 20, 2024

    The National Union of Students (NUS) in the UK is concerned about a sharp decline in applications for nursing, midwifery, and teaching degrees, as revealed by recent UCAS data. NUS UK is urging the government to reintroduce grants and compensate students for work experience, warning that the trend could exacerbate crises in healthcare and education sectors.

  • Leader takes to Facebook Live as Greater Lincolnshire devolution debate continues

    Leader takes to Facebook Live as Greater Lincolnshire devolution debate continues

    Wednesday, January 17, 2024

    North East Lincolnshire Council Leader, Cllr Philip Jackson, chats to BBC Look North's Political Editor Tim Iredale during a public event on devolution at Nunsthorpe's Centre4. He will be taking to Facebook next Monday to answer questions as the consultation enters its last full week.

  • Clinical Psychologist Shares Advice on Overcoming January Blues For Students

    Clinical Psychologist Shares Advice on Overcoming January Blues For Students

    Monday, January 15, 2024

    Going back to university or college after a long break any time in the year can often trigger low moods in students. It doesn't help that this time of year is often cold and dark, making getting up and going to classes harder for many. This is often referred to as the 'January Blues' or the 'New Year Slump'.