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Unexpected grades

If you received grades this year and they aren’t what you had hoped for, don’t worry – there are plenty of options available to you.

University events for school and college students

From open days and taster courses to exhibitions and lectures, university events can offer significant support for your higher education guidance work – and to the academic experience of your students.

University life in the UK

Your life as a university student in the UK will be a unique experience. You might encounter new ways of living, studying, and socialising that are different from the way students do it in your home country. This guide will help you succeed as a student, whether it’s understanding the different types of university in the UK, adopting good academic habits, or making friends.

Vaccines for students

Ideally, you should have any vaccines you have missed before leaving for university or college so you can build up protection before you arrive.

Volunteering

Volunteering gives you the opportunity to help out in the community, with a charity, or another organisation.