Concern has been raised by disabled campaigners about new research revealing NHS primary care organisations have slowly started introducing policies that could potentially see disabled people with complex healthcare needs moved into residential/nursing homes without their consent. This conclusion was stumbled upon by Disabled campaigner Fleur Perry, who edits the website Disability United, after she analyzed […]
It is widely assumed that taking a year out from studying drives focus, engagement and encourages the development of ‘well-rounded’ students. The question is, what really benefits university students? The ‘placement vs. year abroad’ divide effects all establishments. We spoke to two students to get their views, we’ll let you decide which route is better! Placement […]
Ever wonder what students really think about educational trips? Find out here, and get the inside scoop from student blogger Bethany Greenwood. Do you travel often? I try to travel as much as I can. I’ve never been one that enjoys staying in the same place so if an opportunity ever arises to take a […]
Scientists are warning one of Antarctica’s largest ice shelves is nearing its breaking point. The reason, a massive crack in the ice shelf, known as Larsen C, suddenly grew by 18 kilometers (11 miles) during the second half of December 2016. Ice sheets and glaciers In 2014, Satellite images revealed that a crack in Larsen C rapidly extended […]
If you’re in the 16-18 years age bracket and don’t plan to continue education, you can either enter the workforce in a low paid, unskilled job or you can start working with an apprenticeship. Whatever your age is, you can also consider apprenticeships if you want to change work area but recognise you need to […]
According to data published by the Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) the proportion of students leaving university with top honours has risen in the last five years to reach record levels (24%). The figures, which cover UK universities and colleges, are likely to spark fresh debate about whether the centuries-old degree classification system is still […]
Laura Kenny and Katie Archibald, British Cycling’s Olympic gold medallists, will compete together at the Six Day Berlin 2017. Along with Phil Hindes, four of the Senior Academy men’s endurance riders will also contest the event, with Matt Bostock and Joe Holt pairing up along with Ethan Hayter and Matt Walls. Junior Academy riders Jake Stewart […]
If you’re unsure of what your career move should be after university or studying, it’s a good idea to sit back and take stock of your surroundings. Working out what you want is essential, but this is best done with an eye to practicality, so take the time to familiarize yourself with the employment landscape. […]
Starting to think of post-student life? We’ve put together career tips on surviving that scary transition from student to the big wide world of work. 1. Attitude adjustment Let’s start with possibly the most valuable piece of advice that I think anyone can give you at this stage; change your lifestyle immediately! Reel back your […]
Striking tube workers brought misery and chaos to millions of Londoners today. This is despite unions demands for further job creations at salaries of up to £45,000. Commuters used cars, boats, bicycles and heaving buses to cope with a 24-hour walkout by underground station staff that left the majority of “Tube” stops in central London […]