The process of applying to universities can be daunting. At 17 years old you are still a child in many ways, but suddenly you’re expected to make decisions that feel as if they determine your entire future.   

If you’re anything like I was, you might be feeling overwhelmed by the weight of this responsibility. With the world at your feet, how do you choose the path that is best suited for you?  

Despite being a small island nation with just a handful of universities, New Zealand is an increasingly popular destination for international students.  

New Zealand is a member of the Commonwealth, with lasting ties to the UK. English is the nation’s first language and the standard teaching language in its universities. 

The Labour Party’s victory in the 2024 general election heralds a new era for education and immigration policies, with implications for students and higher education institutions.  

As Labour takes governmental power for the first time since 2010, this article delves into the party’s proposed reforms, focusing on the impact on higher education and immigration policies affecting international students and universities. 

As a final-year university student, I have realised how important it is to take advantage of various networking, internship and vacation opportunities during the breaks in term. I firmly believe in the importance of work-life balance, and after completing my finals I rewarded myself with a well-deserved rest before resuming my routine.

Here are some tips and tricks on how you can stay productive over the summer. 

The UK is a popular study destination for international students because of its top-ranking universities, which include the University of Oxford and University of Cambridge. Collectively the two institutions are known as “Oxbridge”. 

On 4 July, polling stations across the UK will open at 7am and close at 10pm, allowing members of the public to cast their votes in the general election.

The political parties have released their manifestos, detailing the plans they would enact for the country should they win.

The policies on higher education and immigration will impact both local and international students.

The student vote is a powerful way to make your voice heard and to influence the policies that will shape the country for years to come.

“What should I do in the summer?”

As the end of your degree approaches, a feeling of inertia can quickly set in. There’s a sense of uncertainty and loss.  

After investing so much time, energy and passion, reaching your goal can leave you feeling adrift, unsure of what comes next. In moments like these, simplicity is key. 

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Applications for the 2024 John M. Kerr Memorial Bursary are now open and will close on 30 June 2024. 

Successful applicants are notified in August, and awards are presented during the annual Coronation Ball, a yearly, themed, black-tie event thrown by the Imperial Sovereign Court of the Wild Rose (ISCWR), a non-profit orgnisation supporting the LGBTQ community in Alberta.