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6 things you need to know about studying in the UK
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Thinking of studying at a university in the UK? Good on you! There’s never a dull moment at a Britis...

8 things you should know before moving to London
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So you’ve made up your mind: you’re moving to London, one of the world’s most exciting and interesti...

Meet Ruth, an 81-year-old study abroad student
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You’re never too old to travel and explore new countries. It sounds like a motivational poster at yo...

How to go to the mall – the American way
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When you think of America, you probably envision cheeseburgers, Coca-Cola, New York City, and Hollyw...

How to study abroad like a boss: 7 tips
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Summer is just around the corner and many of you are planning on going on your first study abroad tr...

12 tips to get along with your roommates
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Living with roommates can be an incredibly fun and rewarding experiences that everyone should try at...

How to plan a dream trip on a budget: 7 tips
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There’s a common misconception among would-be jetsetters that traveling the world is impossible unle...

Where should I study? New York vs London
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Hot dogs vs crumpets, coffee vs tea, yellow taxis vs black cabs: It’s time to pit New York and Londo...

Gap year guide to the US
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There’s no right way to take a gap year, no perfect time to start, and no ideal location to visit – ...

10 things to do before your student days are over
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University life in a nutshell: lectures, study notes, assignments, exams, presentations, and then mo...

The 10 stages of exam revision: From denial to freedom
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Revising for exams is a rollercoaster of emotions – too little and you feel guilty, too much and you...

10 music festivals that should be on your bucket list
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Every bucket list needs at least one big music festival, and we’re here to help you update your musi...