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Balancing Study and Social Life: Essential Tips for Exeter Students

Navigating student life can be challenging, especially when balancing academics and a social life. For Exeter students, managing this balance is crucial not just for academic success but also for personal well-being. This article will offer practical tips on maintaining a healthy equilibrium between study and social activities, ensuring you make the most of your university experience.

Prioritise Time Management

As a student, your time is your most valuable resource. According to time management statistics , 87% of students could get better grades if they improved their...

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Queen Elizabeth’s Celebrates GCSE Results

Crediton students achieve brilliant exam results. Students and staff from Queen Elizabeth’s School, part of the Ted Wragg Trust, have been celebrating exceptional GCSE results today (22nd August.)

Bird & Blend Tea Co. Celebrates tea-rrific A-Level results day with free drinks for students

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Tue, 08/13/2024 - 7:44am

Bird & Blend Tea Co. celebrates the hard work and achievements of the Class of 2024 with a special free cuppa on A-Level results day. No matter the result you’ve brewed up, let us celebrate you.

Date and Time: 15th August 2024, 11:00 - 17:00

Location: Bird & Blend stores nationwide - including Exeter High Street.

Offer Details:

  • Claim a free drink from our Summer menu by presenting your A-Level results and student ID at the cash desk
  • Choose from a selection of magical matcha, refreshing iced teas, and calming herbal brews
    • ...

Student Financial Health: Navigating Loans And Credit for United Kingdom Residents

Authored by Val Watson
Posted: Fri, 07/05/2024 - 1:51pm

The financial burden of higher education in the UK has become a challenge for students. Tuition fees have steadily risen over the past decade, with the average cost for full-time undergraduate students in England reaching £9,250 per year in the 2023/24 academic year.

This, coupled with the rising cost of living—a recent survey by Save the Student found that 64% of students struggle with accommodation costs alone—creates a considerable financial strain.

Financial literacy plays a huge role in coping with such challenges. That’s why understanding how to manage money...

Essential Steps for Minimising Stress and Risk on a School Trip to Brussels

Authored by Val Watson
Posted: Fri, 03/01/2024 - 8:59am

School trips offer valuable educational experiences for students, allowing them to explore new cultures, languages, and historical landmarks. However, organising a school trip requires careful planning and consideration to ensure the safety and well-being of students and minimise potential stress and risk, even in the EU these days . If you're planning a school trip to Brussels, there are several essential steps you can take to minimise stress and risk and ensure a successful and enriching experience for all participants.

Conduct Thorough Risk Assessments

Before...

Exeter is a Top 20 Best Student City 2023 according to student reviews

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Tue, 12/12/2023 - 7:51pm

Exeter has placed #20 in StudentCrowd's Best Student Cities 2023 league table against more than 70 cities in the UK.

The city ranked as one of the best across all review categories: cost of living, eating out, night life, shopping and public transport.

Exeter is home to the University of Exeter. In total, there are over 30,000 students in Exeter - making it a hub for higher education and student life in the region.

One student who rated their experience at Exeter on StudentCrowd said: "The city has a lot to offer. There are many shops, restaurants, pubs and...

Ukrainian refugee who won Exeter scholarship nominated for Student of the Year

A student who fled war-torn Ukraine before embarking on her studies at the University of Exeter Business School has been nominated for the AMBA Student of the Year Award 2024.

Kateryna Halkina was nominated for the award by her tutors on The Exeter MBA, who described her as someone who stands out for “exemplifying exceptional leadership, strong teamwork, goal-orientation and innovative thinking”.

Kateryna came to the UK as a refugee under the Homes for Ukraine scheme, settling in Dawlish near Exeter with a host family.

In Ukraine, Kateryna had been working for...

TikTok and Homework: Balancing Screen Time with Study Time

Authored by Liv Butler
Posted: Fri, 08/25/2023 - 8:20am

Discover the art of balancing TikTok's captivating content with your academic responsibilities. Learn strategies to manage screen time and stay productive with homework.

QE Students Celebrate GCSE Results

QE Announces Summer 2023 GCSE Results

Impressive results at QE

After a summer of waiting, students at Queen Elizabeth’s School, Crediton finally received their GCSE results today surrounded by friends, families and their teachers. It was a morning of nervous anticipation, happy smiles and high emotion for everyone. Following two years of uncertainty and disruption to their learning in Year 8 and 9, QE’s Year 11 class of 2023 celebrated their impressive results.

Paula Smith, Headteacher at QE said “I’m so proud of all our students, staff and parents and carers. Supporting any student through the rigours of GCSEs is...

QE Sixth Form Students Celebrate A-Level Results

QE Announces 2023 A-Level Results

QE Students achieve wonderful set of results

Students and staff at Queen Elizabeth's School, Crediton are celebrating a great set of A Level results today. Across the broad range of subjects that are taught in the Sixth Form:

  • 27% of entries were awarded an A* or A grade
  • 51% of entries were awarded at the A*-B grades
  • 79% of entries gained a C grade or above

Paula Smith, Headteacher at QE, said; “Huge congratulations to all our Sixth Formers who have received their A Level results today. Yet again, despite the difficulties of recent years,...

Empowering student communication skills to unlock their potential

Authored by Ellie Green
Posted: Thu, 08/10/2023 - 6:40am

Effective communication skills are a vital part of every child’s development and can lay the groundwork for building lifelong skills. Oftentimes, without these skills, students struggle with expressing themselves clearly, which can negatively impact their ability to succeed.

In this blog post, we will discuss the importance of empowering students with effective communication skills in order to unlock their full potential.

Helping Students Unlock their Potential with Empowering Communication Skills

Active Listening

The first step to effective...

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