By seeta.bhardwa@…, 3 March, 2026

How to find funding for a university research project

Maybe you have a research idea. Perhaps your current PhD or master’s funding doesn’t cover it, or maybe you have no funding at all. Maybe you’re an undergraduate student thinking about your next steps.

The problem you will often run into is how to pay for the experiments you’ve planned, and the solution is often to apply for grant funding.

By grace.mccabe, 23 February, 2026

Seven common myths about studying abroad

When researching where to study abroad, you might hear that it’s too expensive, that the university work is too hard, or that it’s simply too difficult to live far away from your family. While it’s true that it can be quite challenging to study abroad, there are many ways to address these concerns and make studying abroad work for you. 

We’ve decided to have a look at some of these myths to see if they really are something you should be concerned about.

By seeta.bhardwa@…, 17 February, 2026

What are social sciences?

Why study the social sciences?

There are many reasons why a student may choose to study the social sciences. The social sciences encompass a series of subjects that help us to understand humans and the world. They enable us to decipher human behaviour, how societies function and how different communities are formed. Studying the social sciences will help students who are interested in pursuing careers that work with people and in the community.

By ashton.wenborn, 16 February, 2026

Duolingo English Test 2026: accepted countries, schools and visa requirements

Sponsored content: created in partnership with the Duolingo English Test.

In recent years, the Duolingo English Test (DET) has become one of the most convenient and affordable options for students to prove their English proficiency. But the question on many students’ minds remains: Is the DET accepted by universities and visa authorities worldwide? The answer is yes – with some caveats depending on the country. 

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