Many degrees and pathway courses use a variety of assessment methods in terms 2 and 3, prior to the final exams in May. These ongoing assessments contribute to a significant proportion of a student’s final score, meaning that a student must perform strongly in order to achieve a satisfactory overall …
For many students, both native and international, one of the most significant challenges of their time at university is the struggle to develop an academic tone of language in both their written work and when speaking in seminars. The required academic tone includes several strands: formal English language and grammar, …
America is such a huge country it can be difficult to know where to visit first, for any international or Asian student travelling there. From rafting down the Grand Canyon to eating soul food in the south. Here are my tips on 20 things to do when you are studying …
One the of the challenges which Asian students face is developing their understanding of sentence-level English grammar. Frequently, Asian students arrive in the UK with English language training that has prioritised paragraph-level grammar, particularly adverbs like ‘however’ and ‘although’ used to link or modify subjects between sentences. These linking adverbs …
The UK is a great place for international students to start a business. We are seeing increasing numbers every year of International entrepreneurs launching their startups in London after graduating from university. And the UK is benefiting from these International entrepreneurs enormously, as it is quickly becoming a hub for …
Introduction Most degree courses will require students and international students to produce written coursework as part of the assessment for different course modules. This coursework could be essays, reports, or a piece of reflective writing, usually between 1,500 and 3,000 words in length. This blog post will outline some important …
When you are studying abroad as an Asian Student, you should be having the most enjoyable, memorable and rewarding experiences of your life. Whilst it’s important to have fun and make the most of this once-in-a-lifetime-experience, it is also very important to take the correct steps to keep yourself safe. …
There are some incredible places for international students to eat and drink around the world, but sometimes it can be a challenge to find the best places when you are new to a country or city. Don’t miss out on international student life in the UK. Follow these tips to …
Most UK universities require a minimum IELTS 6.0 overall entry grade, and many foundations and pathway courses accept international students with a 5.5 or 5.0 grade overall. However, international students need to be aware that an IELTS 6.0 in each of the four language skills is very important to manage …
Are you an international student who is not quite sure what to expect when arriving in the UK? In this article, I’ll be giving you some of my top tips on how to best prepare yourself and what to expect when you arrive in the UK. Here are some of …
