Most of us know that feeling: you wake up at a prompt hour, iron your clothes, get a train that is far earlier than you need, wait for an hour in a coffee shop near the office because you are too...
“Dear students, Happy Easter! We hope you’re enjoying your well-earnt break…but also don’t forget to revise!”. The Easter holidays can be hard with exams looming and all the distractions of home...
Application season is in full swing, whether this is your first time or if you’re a veteran - applying for summer placements still can be very daunting.From frantically deciding on the specific...
At university, the days often blend into one. You’re probably sick of spending hours stuck in the library, forgetting what life is like outside, or traipsing across campus to the same place you sit...
As pending graduates, we face the frightening reality that the job market is ever-increasing in size and competition, we must do everything in our power to stand out. High grades and a degree are only...
8th March is International Women’s Day! On this day, we want to highlight some incredible women, who you might not have heard of, but are dominating in their industries. Unfortunately, the majority of...
I’m sure a lot of university students are familiar with the good ‘ol routine of waking up at 10am, hitting the alarm, rolling out of bed an hour later for your midday lecture and then returning home...
The theme music to the popular TV Sitcom ‘F.R.I.E.N.D.S’ is not only incredibly catchy, but also provides us with a reminder that you are not going to be at your best every day of the year. You can’t...
The holiday season is, in theory, a restful time of year. However, if you’re in the final year of your undergraduate course, well-meaning questions from aunts and grandparents at the family...
Graduate management schemes are a great way to gain real insight into a business. At Post Office, I have had the chance to work with senior business leaders in a variety of projects and have been...
Being a student means you're all too familiar with the feeling of being strapped for cash. With Christmas just around the corner, this time of year can cause an extra strain on your bank account, with...
Exam season is tough for everybody and can be a significant source of increased anxiety. I, like many, suffer from anxiety and I seriously struggle in the lead-up to exams. One of the few benefits of...
For many, the final year of university is a daunting time where future plans have to be made whilst simultaneously battling a never ending pile of job applications. Sometimes it feels like the world...
When you apply for a job, you will likely be asked to write a cover letter. This letter is the first chance your potential employer will get to hear from you in your own words, away from the formulaic...
Trying to be green when you first start university is certainly not easy as you can often feel at a loss. In a chaotic environment where you are constantly pushed out of your comfort zone, having to...
University is often referred to as one of the most ‘care-free’ times of your adult life. It’s a place where you can party, stay up late, and have fun without worrying about getting up for work the...
Term has just started and that can mean only three things: seminars, societies and…stress. If your fears are financial, you’re not alone. As familiar as we all are to being student-poor, feeling the...
With the graduate job market becoming increasingly competitive, students are now having to go the extra mile to bag their dream career. Whether this involves taking on an internship, placement, or...
Studying abroad is one of the most exciting things universities can offer. It is also one of the most terrifying! As a visually impaired student who knew, even when applying to university, that I...
While assignments are no hidden aspect of university life, the struggle that comes with managing them can sometimes be overlooked. In between classes, social obligations, a part-time job and everyday...
