- Clearing ‘should be approached carefully’
- July 20, 2011
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Individuals hoping to go through clearing in order to secure their place at university before taking out student insurance may want to take note of one expert's advice. Johnny Rich, editor of Push.co.uk, explained how school leavers need to be "very careful" when attempting to gain a place on a course through such means. "It is important for people to … More
- Graduates ‘should consider careers abroad’
- July 20, 2011
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Many young people coming to the end of their university degree may wish to take out student insurance and consider going overseas. This is because, according to founder of ThirdYearAbroad.com Lizzie Fane, there are plenty of job opportunities in other countries. She explained that a growing number of companies are setting up overseas and like to hire graduates because they … More
- Online presence ‘can help graduates secure work’
- July 18, 2011
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Students looking to invest in university insurance may want to expand their online presence in order to ensure they get a job once they graduate. According to Lizzie Fane, founder of ThirdYearAbroad.com, establishing a strong network of contacts via social media sites can help individuals to increase their chances of employment. "While getting a foot on the traditional career ladder … More
- Youths ‘should not be put off by university fees’
- July 15, 2011
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Teenagers considering whether or not to invest in student insurance and head off to university have been urged not to overlook the importance of higher education. Pam Tatlow, chief executive officer at million+, claimed that going to university "is the best career move" people can make and urged youngsters not to be put off by high fees. She described how … More
- ‘Help fund university’ through a part- time job
- July 13, 2011
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Students who have purchased university insurance and are heading off to a higher education establishment this September may be able to ease the financial burden by working part time. This is according to founder of financial advice website Weathystudent.co.uk Steve Burford, who explained there are "plenty of opportunities out there" for those who want to earn money while studying. He … More
- Student recycling scheme ‘a success’
- July 6, 2011
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Students looking to purchase university insurance may be interested to hear about the success of an initiative that has been introduced in Southampton. A milk float entitled Eco Ernie has been out and about on the streets of the city in order to clear up after messy youngsters, the BBC reports. At the end of each summer term, when students … More
- UCAS Connect ‘informative tool for students’
- June 29, 2011
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School leavers who are interested in advice about student insurance and other university topics may want to consider using UCAS Connect. According to editor of Push.co.uk Johnny Rich, the recently launched website provides plenty of helpful advice for youngsters that are considering continuing into higher education. He explained how the portal is a "welcome development" in the field of careers … More
- Student accommodation ‘profitable sector’
- June 29, 2011
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An increasing number of landlords may invest in student house insurance following one expert's claims that such accommodation provides considerable profits. Suzanne Todd, senior property consultant at Knight Knox International, described how there is continuing demand for university properties as the student population grows. It was noted that compared with other types of accommodation, landlords will find they can always … More
- Students ‘need support as well as information’
- June 28, 2011
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Students looking for university insurance may agree with comments that have been made about advice given to prospective undergraduates. Emma Pollard, senior research fellow at the Institute for Employment Studies, described how it is vital school leavers are given plenty of information when considering where to attend university. "The consequences of making the wrong decision under the new regime will … More
- Teenagers ‘should weigh up the value of attending university’
- June 16, 2011
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Before applying to university and taking out student insurance, teenagers have been advised to consider whether higher education is definitely the right path for them. Steve Burford, founder of Wealthystudent.co.uk, explained how with the rising cost of attending university it is important that people are going for the right reasons. "No more are students going to be going to university … More