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Monthly Archive for July, 2009

International Students and Swine Flu

Published on July 31, 2009 in Studying in the UK. 5 Comments Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , .

We recently covered the issue of swine flue in the UK and wondered how the outbreak of this virus – and the panic caused – would impact on international students and their plans to study abroad. What we’ve experienced and others have confirm, is that while some students may change their destination, most are not canceling their plans, despite the fear of a swine flu resurgence during the traditional winter flu season.

“I definitely didn’t (think about swine flu),” said Sarah Mickelson, a student from the US studying an internship in the South of England. “The symptoms aren’t really any different from the flu, and I think everyone’s been making a big deal of it, and it’s not something everyone should be scared of.”

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Writing a Good CV

Published on July 31, 2009 in Common Questions. 1 Comment Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , .

Our students often ask us for help with their CVs. And in fact, with the recession bringing so much competition to the job market, especially for new graduates, writing a good CV is a must. With some sectors reporting over 400 applications for job, you really need to stand out from the crowd to stand any chance of success. Writing a good CV will land you an interview and hopefully a job. Present any employer with a bad or generalised CV and you condemn it to the shredder! In this tougher world we find ourselves in today, it’s  so important to remember these wise words: “the person who gets hired is not necessarily the one who can do the job best; but, the one who knows the most about how to get hired”.

A CV’s job is to get you an interview, not to tell your life story. And there’s no better way to stand out from the crowd than tailoring your CV for the job you’re applying to. Does your CV match any of the tell-tale signs of a generalised CV?

  • Written with no aim or target. More of a “hello world, enjoy my story?”
  • First page lacks imapct, CV writing layout is poor, hard to read and too many pages.
  • Written as a chronological document, starting with your address and detailing every education achievement obtained and past positions held.
  • You send the same, or closely the same, CV to every job you apply to.
  • Makes no use of terminology or busswords associated with the position you are applying to.

If this reminds you of your CV, then I recommend this CV writing guide which is full of CV writing tips and advice, CV writing layout help and some useful examples too.

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Studying in the UK a Great Choice

Published on July 28, 2009 in Studying in the UK. 1 Comment Tags: , , , , , , , .

Choosing to study in the UK means a world of learning opportunities is open to you. You’ll be challenged to think critically and independently and explore topics for analysis and debate. You’ll develop excellent team-working skills through group activities, and if your course includes a practical element, you’ll gain valuable hands-on experience.

Students Graduating

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Swine Flu in the UK

Published on July 22, 2009 in Studying in the UK. 6 Comments Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , .

Swine Flu in the UKThe issue of Swine Flu is causing concern to some of our overseas students. We would like to highlight the fact that the vast majority of swine flu cases that have occurred in the UK have been non-severe, and patients have recovered within a week. Of the few fatal cases that have occurred, the patient has had existing health problems.

National health authorities are asking people to keep this pandemic in context. Every year in the UK, around 100,000 people die from ordinary flu. Again, fatal cases generally involve the elderly and people with other health complications.

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Advice On How To Study Abroad

Published on July 11, 2009 in Study Abroad. 2 Comments Tags: , , , , , , .

Are you interested in meeting new people, seeing new places, or trying new things? Are you looking for something to make your resume stand out in the crowd? Are you looking to take courses for college credit next summer? Consider studying abroad.

What is study abroad?

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Competitive Exam Study Tips No One Told You About

Published on July 8, 2009 in Study Tips. 7 Comments Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , .

There are exams and then there are exams; some are more important than others because they can make or break your dreams, and in the process, make or break your life. Competitive exams are nerve-wracking ordeals, especially because you are competing against hundreds of thousands of others who are also vying for the limited prizes available. So your chances of success depend on more than just your natural abilities – you need to step up your preparation and performance by more than just a notch if you want to succeed. Here are a few study tips that help you do just that:

  • Start early: The best time to start preparations for important exams is yesterday, which means that you need to start as soon as you can. A little preparation every day goes a long way in helping you remember what you’ve learned rather than a large amount of cramming towards the end. Don’t put off starting the studying process, because if you do, you lose out on more than just time.
  • Choose quality over quantity: Rather than studying for hours together and just memorizing all that you can, set up an intelligent system of study that allows you to learn more within a shorter period of time. This way, you don’t tax yourself too much and also end up doing more than you usually do.
  • Don’t look at what the rest of the crowd is doing: Don’t compare your progress to that of your friends or classmates who are also taking the same exam with you. Instead, stay true to your schedule and focus on your efforts alone. The same advice holds good when you’re writing your exam too – don’t look around at what the rest of the competition is doing; keep your eyes on your paper and concentrate on what needs to be done.
  • Stay focused: Don’t let anything derail your study plans, not family, not friends, not any crisis. If your goal is to crack the exam, you need to be focused and not succumb to any distraction that comes your way. Ensure that your family and friends give you the time and space you need to prepare for a competitive exam.
  • Don’t give up: If at first you don’t succeed, try and try again. Don’t give up just because you tasted failure in your first attempt. Instead, use this as motivation to do better the next time, and use your experience to avoid making the same mistakes that cost you success the last time you took the exam.

Confidence is everything when you’re sitting for a competitive exam, so make sure you have plenty of it by preparing adequately.

This article is written by Kat Sanders, who regularly blogs on the topic of University Reviews. She welcomes your comments and questions at her email address: Click to continue reading “IELTS Test Dates UK – July, August, September 2009″

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