As a school counsellor, I often encounter students and parents, grappling with the prospect of a gap year: “I don’t know what to do, I didn’t get into any of the universities I wanted to go to.”
With dejected faces, misty eyes and slumped shoulders, they struggle to come to terms with their situation. This guide aims to help students navigate their gap year with purpose and enthusiasm, enabling them to view it as a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity rather than a wasted year.
One of the biggest things that you will need to manage when you go to university in the US is your finances. Having a safe place to keep your money is one weight off your mind. There are many banks across the US, as well as different types of accounts.
Whether you are an international or a domestic student in the US, it is worth checking out what bank accounts there are available for students.
If you’re heading to university in Canada, one of the most important things you’ll need to sort out before you arrive is a bank account. Many Canadian banks offer great deals for students and can also provide advice on money management and budgeting.
Whether you are an international or domestic student in Canada, check out our table below to help you find the best bank account for you.
You’ll need to organise many things before you study abroad, and a bank account is one that can be easily overlooked.
If you’re heading to study at a university in Australia then this guide can help you select a student bank account that works for you.
Studying in the UK is expensive for both domestic and international students, so it is important that you choose a good student bank account that can help you to maximise your money.
Most major banks (and some online banks) will offer a specific student bank account that will come with perks that will help you to budget and manage your money.
There are many banks in the UK, so the best way to narrow it down is to look at what the different banks are offering students (see our handy table below).
A-level results day is a crucial moment for students. If you didn’t get the grades you were hoping for, it doesn’t necessarily mean an immediate change of plans is required. It’s essential to take a step back and consider what your results mean for you.
Are you aiming for a specific career that requires certain qualifications or are you looking forward to campus life and the opportunity to live away from home and explore a new city? Having these conversations beforehand can help you make informed decisions if things don’t go as planned.
A level results day is this week – and up and down the country, many of you will be receiving your exam results and making decisions about the next stage of your lives.
And a large proportion will be planning on enrolling at a university or other higher education institution after the summer.
For some students, the process is easy – results received, you have met the conditions of your offer from a university and so you accept that offer and begin the celebrations.
For others, the process isn’t quite as clear-cut.
A-Level Results Day is both an exciting and stressful day for students. For many, it’s a moment of triumph, while for others, it might be a mix of relief and uncertainty.
Thousands of students each year will have to decide whether to utilise the clearing process. Often misunderstood and stigmatised, many view clearing as a last resort, a backup plan for those who didn’t secure their first-choice university.
With A-level results day fast approaching in the UK (results are out on 15 August), students will be eager to find out whether they have achieved their first (or second) choice of university.
If you’re receiving your A-level results this year, you may have heard of clearing. This is the process students can go through if they don’t receive the grades they were expecting and miss out on their first and insurance places.
Our guide to Ucas clearing explains what it is, how to apply and when, so you can use clearing to your advantage.