Advice

By seeta.bhardwa@…, 22 April, 2025

Starting university can be exciting and overwhelming. There is so much to manage, from keeping up with lectures and deadlines to making new friends and finding your way around. It is easy to feel a little lost. That is why Happy Student was created, by international student Aram Tufan, to help make the university journey as smooth and stress-free as possible.

By seeta.bhardwa@…, 16 April, 2025

Did you know that you can try university classes before you apply for them? 

If you are thinking of studying in the UK, a platform created by Ucas and Springpod provides the opportunity to sample lectures and seminars in a range of subjects before applying. 

Courses are available in a range of subject areas including finance, computer science, engineering, medicine and history. 

By seeta.bhardwa@…, 26 March, 2025

As an online physics tutor, I know that students face many challenges when learning alongside their busy lives. In particular, students can struggle to progress through course material, especially if there is a lot to read or learn for an exam.

I have made a list of tips that students may find useful to help them focus on their studies and prepare for big assignments and exams.

By Joy.Hunter@tim…, 26 March, 2025

How to get a UK student visa

The UK is a top study destination for international students because it is home to some of the most prestigious universities in the world.

Students often think the process of securing a visa is difficult, feeling overwhelmed by various deadlines and the need to produce supporting documents. But you shouldn’t let that put you off studying abroad. Once the visa process is complete, the experience of studying abroad will outweigh any headaches you may have faced during the visa application process.

In this article we will look at:

By seeta.bhardwa@…, 19 March, 2025

Choosing to study in Switzerland was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made, though it certainly came with its challenges. Based on my experience, I’ve gathered some key insights to help you make the most of your time here and avoid a few of the pitfalls I encountered along the way. 

By seeta.bhardwa@…, 12 March, 2025

Flashback to August 2020: bright-eyed and bushy-tailed, I hopped on the plane from St. Louis, Missouri, to move to Charleston, South Carolina for college. 

To my dismay, I quickly found out that Charleston during the pandemic wasn’t all South Carolina sunshine and roses. No friends in our rooms, no in-person classes, and social distancing everywhere – from meals to the library.

By grace.mccabe, 6 March, 2025

What is the Russell Group? 

The Russell Group is an association that represents 24 public research universities in the UK. The group believes that “people and ideas are the key to meeting global challenges. Through world-class research and education, we are helping to create a dynamic economy, stronger communities, and a better future for the UK”.