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How I approach coursework as a Teesside University student

Nobody likes rushing to finish assignments. As a student with an arts background, my assessments have been largely coursework-based.  If you’re feeling overwhelmed by coursework, you’re not alone. Here are some mistakes I’ve made in the past, along with the tips and tricks that have helped me learn to manage my coursework and get better grades.  My previous approach  Back in my pre-university days, I was really disorganised and couldn’t quite grasp the […]

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Balancing it all as a postgraduate student

For many students, life doesn’t pause for a postgraduate degree.   You might be moving straight from undergraduate study or coming back to education after a break. Either way, there’s still work, family and everyday life to manage.  I’m balancing study alongside real life too, and I’ve learned quickly that postgraduate study is about […]

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5 things to do before you submit your UCAS application

Submitting your UCAS application is one of the biggest moments in your university journey, after months of research, attending open events, drafting your personal statement, and searching for your perfect course, it all comes together with one click.    But before you hit that final submit button, it’s worth taking a step back […]

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Black Friday on a student budget

Every Black Friday, there are two kinds of people. You’re either like me, distrusting every ‘limited time only’ tag or you’re the one with a colour coded spreadsheet tracking every discount from every brand. Either way, we all want the […]

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Six ways to meet new people

Making friends at uni can seem daunting, but remember other students may be in the same situation as you, so you are all on this journey together.  Here are six top tips to help you form friendships.  Join social media […]

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