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Hear about life at university abroad from students, alumni and the THE Student team.

Balancing stones

Balancing studies and work: a student’s guide to part-time jobs

Many students will have to work while at university. Here are some ways to balance a part-time job with your studies

Guru H

November 18 2024
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Thinking differently about well-being: connecting with nature and others

Connecting with yourself and your surroundings on a holistic level can improve your personal well-being and at the same time make positive impacts on the world around you

Stuart Gray, Andrew Kemp

November 29 2024
Three fingers which are happy to be friends

Five ways to make friends at university

Off to university this year and nervous about making friends? Don’t be scared, take a deep breath and just say hello

Seeta Bhardwa

September 19 2024
Grade results

What is GPA? Understanding its calculation, importance and scales

Considering studying abroad in the US? You will read a lot about GPA, so here is how to calculate your GPA and when you might need to use it for applications.

Grace McCabe

November 12 2024
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Best universities for graduate jobs: Global Employability University Ranking 2025

Universities producing the most employable graduates have been ranked by companies around the world in the Global University Employability Ranking 2025

November 14 2024
US election

Can international students vote in the US election?

The US election is fast approaching, but can international students cast their vote?

Seeta Bhardwa

October 28 2024

Stories from student alumni and university graduates

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How scholarships can help find purposeful careers

Scholarships are a great way for students to achieve their dreams of studying abroad. Here two students share how the Rhodes Scholarship at the University of Oxford helped them develop their ideal career paths

Gloria Charite, Trisha Prabhu

September 20 2024
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