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Gap year volunteers ‘should carry out plenty of research’
Students looking to invest in university insurance for their final term before heading off on a gap year may be interested in one expert's advice. Alice Baines, overseas placement manager and past volunteer at The Leap, provided tips on what to consider when planning to spend time overseas. Those keen to volunteer were advised not to "just go for the … More →
University applications ‘remain strong’
The number of student insurance claims submitted in 2012 may increase, as new figures have shown university applications remain strong. Data released by UCAS revealed more than 250,000 18-year-olds have already applied for the September intake, with the rate allowing for changes in the population showing just a one per cent drop. Commenting on the findings, universities and science minister … More →
Graduates ‘need to be flexible to secure a job’
Students looking to renew their university insurance policies may be interested to hear one expert's advice on securing a job after graduation. Managing director of People Risk Solutions Andrew Pullman explained how the current employment market is tough. He described how the economic situation has led to many companies cutting back on their costs and "future investments", which means new … More →
Students ‘accept debt as part of university life’
Individuals looking to purchase cheap university insurance may be surprised to hear new figures show an increasing number of students are not concerned by being in debt. Research from money education charity Credit Action revealed 36 per cent of young people see owing money as a "normal" part of attending higher education. It was also found that 46 per cent … More →
Pupils should be encouraged to take STEM subjects
School students hoping to invest in university insurance in September after successfully being accepted onto an undergraduate course may want to consider undertaking a STEM (science, technology, engineering and maths) degree. Dr Richard Wilson, chief executive officer of The Independent Games Developers' Association (TIGA), explained how the number of people achieving qualifications in these areas is "pretty low". "At degree … More →
Work experience ‘the key to securing graduate jobs’
Individuals looking to invest in student insurance may want to take note of one expert's advice on how to boost graduate job prospects. Mike Barnard, product manager at Milkround, explained how employers are far more interested in people who have carried out relevant work experience during their time at university. He claimed undertaking a placement or internship while studying shows … More →
Gap years ‘set to increase in popularity in 2012′
An increasing number of high-school leavers are expected to embark on gap years during 2012, as many missed out on the chance to start university in September last year. Marketing manager at Real Gap Will Jones suggested people will opt to see some of the world before re-applying for the next level in their education. Investing in student insurance may … More →
Gap years ‘should aid careers’
Students looking for cheap university insurance so they have more cash to put towards their gap year may want to heed one expert's advice on the type of break they should undertake. Managing director at Greenforce Marcus Watts explained how it is important to embark on a period of travel that will benefit future jobs. "Choose something targeted towards your … More →
Ucas applications ‘should be checked thoroughly’
High school students hoping to have to invest in university insurance next September may want to ensure they are prepared for the impending January 15th deadline. Ross Sanger from Ucas explained how it is important people set targets so they leave themselves enough time to complete their application forms. "If you do it in a rush, that's when you miss … More →
Graduate job market ‘is set to improve’
Undergraduates looking to invest in student insurance may be pleased to hear one expert's predictions for the job market. Co-founder of the Graduate Recruitment Bureau Dan Hawes claimed it will become easier to secure employment in the near future, as the economy comes out of the downturn. He commented this will help create opportunities and, if graduates are willing to … More →
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