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The top three destinations for international students travelling in Europe

The top three destinations for international students travelling in Europe

IF you're thinking about the end of exams and all the free time you're likely to have over the summer, but perhaps haven't decided what to do with it, why not consider travelling in Europe?  We list our...

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How do Pirates Divide Treasure? - & Other Oxford Interview Questions

How do Pirates Divide Treasure? - & Other Oxford Interview Questions

EVERY year, Oxford University releases a list of sample interview questions to help students to prepare for their entrance interview. We couldn’t resist giving you a peek into some of the more interesting questions,...

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My Student Hostel is Straight out of Harry Potter!

My Student Hostel is Straight out of Harry Potter!

Dear Ms. Chang, we are pleased to inform you that you have a place at the Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. Term begins on the 21st of August. We await your owl no later than the 31st of July. Yours sincerely,...

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7 Must-See Films That Explain France to International Students

7 Must-See Films That Explain France to International Students

FRANCE was the birthplace of cinema and still runs one of the world's biggest film industries. Even if you have never set foot there you probably have a strong picture of what France looks like thanks to its portrayal...

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Party Like a Parisian: The Best Bars and Hangouts in the City of Light

Party Like a Parisian: The Best Bars and Hangouts in the City of Light

I’M GOING to go out on a limb here; Paris is not the best place to party (sorry Paris). It can boast the accolade of the most beautiful city in the world but number one party destination it is not. So...

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Studying Abroad? 7½ Important Things to Take With You

Studying Abroad? 7½ Important Things to Take With You

ABOUT to study abroad for the first time? You are probably already counting the days and worrying whether you will forget to take something important from home. Don’t worry too much – you will certainly forget...

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10 Great Free Things to do in London

10 Great Free Things to do in London

LONDON is an amazing city with an endless list of attractions. It's also one of the world's most expensive cities. However the beauty of London is that there is so much to do and experience for free. Ranging from...

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Beyond Bollywood - What Student Life is REALLY Like in the West

Beyond Bollywood - What Student Life is REALLY Like in the West

BOLLYWOOD movies paint a romantic picture of life as a South Asian student in western society. Now here comes the honest truth from Pakistani graduate Asad Khan, who studied in Australia. Bollywood 'famcom' From...

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8 Famous Footballers Who Studied at University

8 Famous Footballers Who Studied at University

FOOTBALL is the world's most popular game with an estimated 3.5 billion fans across the planet and from next week the world's eyes will be on Brazil, where 32 nations will be competing in the 20th FIFA World Cup. While...

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WATCH THIS: Jim Carrey's Honorary Arts Degree Acceptance Speech is Hilarious

WATCH THIS: Jim Carrey's Honorary Arts Degree Acceptance Speech is Hilarious

JIM CARREY, star of laugh-a-minute films such as Ace Ventura: Pet Detective and Liar Liar, was awarded an honorary arts degree from Maharishi University of Management this week and as expected, his acceptance speech was...

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9 (REALLY Bad) Exam Tips That You Could Read or Just Ignore. It's Totally up to You.

9 (REALLY Bad) Exam Tips That You Could Read or Just Ignore. It's Totally up to You.

1. Do not take your phone into the exam Mobile phones are not allowed into exams, especially maths exams. This is because mobile phones now have calculators in them, and this makes cheating much easier. If you need...

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Students are Completing Their Degrees Without Books Thanks to Wikipedia

Students are Completing Their Degrees Without Books Thanks to Wikipedia

In one of the least surprising stories of the year, more and more university students are ditching late-night library stints in favour of research via Wikipedia, according to a leading academic. In an article for the...

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You Can Learn English with Wayne Rooney, Luis Suarez and Yaya Toure

You Can Learn English with Wayne Rooney, Luis Suarez and Yaya Toure

International students can now learn English with the help of Barclays Premier League stars like Wayne Rooney, Luis Suarez and Yaya Toure thanks to Premier Skills English, a program from the British Council that uses...

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Cheap Travel Around Europe for International Students

Cheap Travel Around Europe for International Students

Travelling around in Europe is one of the joys of being an international student on the continent. However, the costs start totting up once you've booked a few hotels and paid for food and other day-to-day costs. One...

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The 10 Must-See Places in Europe Nobody Told You About

The 10 Must-See Places in Europe Nobody Told You About

SURE, you can go up the Eiffel Tower. Of course you can queue for the Colosseum. And yes, you can take a tour of the Tower of London. But there are hundreds of other stunning and interesting places in Europe that don't...

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How to Find Student Accommodation in the UK

How to Find Student Accommodation in the UK

ALMOST all international students who arrive in the UK are offered a room in halls of residence – a university-owned building that houses students on or off campus. But what if you can’t get into halls or...

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5 of the Most Famous Law Graduates of all Time

5 of the Most Famous Law Graduates of all Time

LAW degrees are amongst the most respected qualifications in the world and going through a law course at university is one of the most challenging routes that any student can face, which is probably why some of the...

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Grand Theft Auto and James Bond are 'Reasons for International Students to Live in UK'

Grand Theft Auto and James Bond are 'Reasons for International Students to Live in UK'

THE UK is able to boast of some of the world's best universities, Europe's most diverse cities and streets etched with history. But according to the UK High Commissioner in India, one of the biggest influences...

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