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Benefits of attending a pre-university summer programme
Summer programs have been in existence for many years, from traditional multi activity summer camps to specialist schools, there has never been any doubt that young people benefit greatly from attending such programs.
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Handling the personal statement
Who would have thought 4,000 characters could be so daunting? The personal statement is dreaded from students and teachers alike, but it’s easier than you think to get your head around personal statements and lead students to success. Personal statement: two words that are guaranteed to release groans, sighs, and worry from your students. Essential for those looking to apply for university or college, the…
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Scotland to offer free sanitary products to all students
The Scottish government has announced a new scheme to provide free sanitary products to all students. The move will help to combat period poverty- when girls and women struggle to pay for basic sanitary products on a monthly basis. A survey by Young Scot found that around one in four respondents were affected by this…
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Back to school at the University of West Scotland
Teachers spend all day moulding young minds, but that doesn’t mean they don’t want to brush up on their own skills. There are so many courses out there to pick from – and studying and teaching at the same time can be a challenge. We speak to David Paterson, a Biology and Science high school…