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Before you apply

Consider all the options available to you before you begin your application. Find out what places are really like, attend events, research industries, and make sure you're clear on what you want to do before you proceed.

A first-timers guide to a virtual event

Never been to a virtual exhibition before? Don’t worry, we’re here to guide you through what to expect from your first visit, and help you make the most of the experience.

Choosing a postgraduate course

Unsure on what to study but know you want to continue your education further? Have a look at what options are available to you before panicking further...

Comparing undergraduate courses and unis

With so many courses, and many similar ones available, it's important that you find out more about the course and the university or college before you start to shortlist your options.

Get your finances uni-ready

It’s almost time to go to university, but it’s super important to get your finances in order first. Tick these off your list before you start uni and you’ll be well on your way to being in control of your own money.

How much rent should a student pay?

Before you go to uni, you’ll probably have lots of questions about paying for your accommodation. Here’s an idea of rent, other costs, funding, and how to pay.

Interview tips

Interviews and auditions help course tutors to compare applicants before deciding what offers to make. Get some advice here.

Interviews

Before you're offered a place on a teacher training programme, you'll have an interview. Here's what training providers look for and what they may ask.

Moving to and living in the UK

Most universities provide a range of activities to help you make new friends, get to know your surroundings, and complete any remaining administrative tasks connected with your move to the UK. But it’s best to know as much as possible before that – here are some tips to help you.

Postgraduate open days and events

Attending postgraduate open days before applying will give you plenty of time to make a confident, informed decision about the course that best suits your learning style, and meets your career aspirations.

Social Media

It’s quite the predicament isn’t it? We’ve all relied on social media more this past year, but we’ve had less to post about than we ever have before. There’s only so many banana bread attempts your friends can stand to see. Our new behaviours, and new world trends, have all made this a strange year of ups and downs for social media, so let’s have a closer look.

Subject tasters

Try university degrees before you apply. Subject Spotlights from Springpod give you a taste of what it's like to study real subjects delivered by university lecturers and developed in partnership with the universities

Summary

And here we go, the Lifestyle Report 2021 is here. Here’s a taste of things to come. There are five chapters to look forward to before the full report gets released: Brand & Spend, Technology & Gaming, Social Media, Entertainment, and Food & Travel. But before we get started, let’s have a little look at the state of affairs, and what’s been happening in the student psyche these past 12 months...