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Students Are You in the Right Field

Posted on January 23, 2007 by get a first class degree

Students are you in the right field is a post I found on a Canadian site (CareerRamblings.com) with career advice for students. Although some of the advice is more relevant to Canadian students, a lot of it is generic, with … Continue reading →

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A Degree from the University Of Life

Posted on January 14, 2007 by get a first class degree

While writing the post “Do Employers Value Experience or a Degree” I was reminded of a colleague who does not have a degree. He would always argue that he “Had a degree from the University of Life“ He was of … Continue reading →

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Do Employers Value experience or a Degree

Posted on January 14, 2007 by get a first class degree

I recently read an article “Experience, Not Degree Comes First for Employers” on the Guardian Website. “The study of 500 employers found that, when hiring graduates, almost half were looking for relevant work experience, a good work ethic and a … Continue reading →

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Getting a First (Insiders Guide)

Posted on January 14, 2007 by get a first class degree

I recently read The Insiders Guide to Getting a First (or avoiding a third) so thought I would review it. I was interested to read Getting a First, as, like this site it was written by a student, whereas most … Continue reading →

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Exam Revision Tips

Posted on January 13, 2007 by get a first class degree

1. You’re not alone. Every student can improve whatever his or her current academic performance. Visit the Study Skills Center at your university and ask what services they offer. Use the resources that are available to you. 2. A place … Continue reading →

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Get A First Class Degree: It Works!!

Posted on January 11, 2007 by get a first class degree

I was beginning to lose interest in this site “How To Get A First” but have been really encouraged by a couple of mails I’ve received and some comments added to the site, like this from Suat: “This site is … Continue reading →

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Why Study in the UK?

Posted on January 9, 2007 by get a first class degree

Why do students want to study in the UK? The UK has a long history of welcoming international students to study in its universities and colleges. In the UK there are 1.8 million full-time and part-time students in higher education, … Continue reading →

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Studying in the UK

Posted on January 9, 2007 by get a first class degree

Further to my post on Study in the UK, here are some more links to help overseas students considering studying in the UK. Students living outside the EU (European Union) will probably need a visa in order to study in … Continue reading →

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Study in the UK

Posted on January 8, 2007 by get a first class degree

I get a lot of international visitors to this site looking for information on Studying in the UK. Fortunately (for international students) the Internet makes life a lot easier when it comes to choosing a UK University, a UK Degree … Continue reading →

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Taking Degree Notes

Posted on January 8, 2007 by get a first class degree

Taking good notes for your degree is essential if you are to get the best possible marks on your degree helping you: Listen properly to what is being said Help remember what has been taught (writing notes in itself helps … Continue reading →

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