Keep up to date with our latest news, course updates, education industry articles and blog posts from Solent University Centres in partnership with QA Higher Education.
Keep up to date with our latest news, course updates, education industry articles and blog posts from Solent University Centres in partnership with QA Higher Education.
Learning is for everyone, regardless of your stage in life. Getting back into studies as a mature student can be daunting, but that shouldn’t stop you. Here are five top tips to guide your journey back into education.
Starting a business can seem daunting sometimes – especially if you’ve never done it before. However, once you’ve set your mind to it, there are clear steps you can take to make your dream a reality and turn your passion into your career.
Black Leaders Awareness Day is an opportunity to celebrate the current, past and future black leaders, offering individuals the chance to share their experiences and educate others. Whilst ensuring that the history of black leaders remains at the forefront of society.
Interviews can be nerve-wracking (especially if you’ve not had many) but there are a number of things you can do to ensure you are well prepared. Giving you the best chance for success.
Socialising can feel like a challenge when you first start university, but it doesn’t have to be. You’ll have heard it before, and you'll likely hear it again: everybody is in the same boat. So, here are some of our best tips on how to get involved and make connections.
World book day is the perfect opportunity to celebrate books and authors by encouraging young people to discover the pleasure of reading.
It's National Sibling's Day! Let's celebrate the special bond between siblings. It's the time to have fun and to enjoy the day with our family. So, here are some suggestions on how to make the most of this day.
It’s never too early to improve your employability. Our Careers Team can help you secure graduate roles, find internships and hone your professional skills.
If you are considering changing your career, studying for a degree at one of Solent University Centres can be a great place to start. So, ready to take the leap?
There are a lot of pressures that come along with university life. But to make sure your self-care doesn't get neglected throughout your studies, we have put together our top 5 tips for loving yourself.
The first step in your job or course search is to ensure that you have a CV that stands out to potential employers or universities. It is important to show who you are and what you have done, as well as why this makes you the best candidate.
In 2020, our mentalities changed along with our habits, both as consumers and employees, so we have taken the time at the end of the year to reflect on the most profound business trends that have emerged – as well as those we see coming in 2021.
According to a study by DScouth, the average phone user touches their phone 2,617 times a day. This figure begs the question, how can we ever find our flow when we are so distracted? As we shift to online working and studying, learning to control these habits is crucial for managing time online. Here we’ve compiled a few simple actions to help.
There are a variety of ways that you can enjoy yourself outside in the nation's Capital. We've created this infographic to share some of our favourites and inspire your next step out into the fresh air!
More and more, our lives and livelihoods rely on technology to keep us connected. Discover which areas of computing are becoming more prominent in the field, and which careers you could progress into with a BA (Hons) in Computing.
London, Manchester and Birmingham offer plenty of walking routes around parks, canals or down some quiet streets, with plenty of opportunities for a hot beverage break. Let’s explore the best outdoor spaces around our Centres.
In 2020, the events industry has had to redesign how they do business. To ensure the events industry’s continued popularity, they’ve had to move traditional face-to-face events online. This has forced organisations to be either innovative or to face a decline in attendees and therefore business.
With students’ future careers in mind, our undergraduate BA (Hons) Business programmes have recently undergone a review. Why have they been revised and what is new in Business Management?
Before the pandemic, the conventional ways of working from an office were seen as essential to team work, productivity and company culture. However, this year has proven that this may not necessarily be the case for some.
The term ‘mature student’ is typically used when describing anyone returning to university after having left for a period of time. Mature students have various reasons to return to their education, it could be to explore a subject they are personally interested in, to progress their career or to change the direction of their career and take on a new challenge. Whatever reason to return to education, you should explore your options and choose the best course to suits your future plans.
Social media is an overwhelming phenomenon. Snapchat, TikTok and Twitter are just some of the popular platforms, with Facebook and Instagram leading the way in our technologically-driven 21st Century society. As the development of technology continues, as does the demand for, and development of, new and exciting social media platforms.
There is no ‘one size fits all’ when it comes to studying and many of us have unique ways of processing information and being prepared. Luckily, there are a number of ways you can discover how you learn best and a vast array of tools designed specifically for the needs of each. To help you get the most out of your studies, we’ve handpicked a list of our favourites to get you started. Give them a try – they could help you boost your performance and stay more organised!
Starting university, moving to a new location and meeting new people can be overwhelming. That's why we ensure our students have a smooth transition when they start. This is why we provide them with a range of student support services to guide them throughout their university life.
You probably have social media accounts that you use to express yourself and communicate with friends; you may even have a website. Once you start to look for a job, you can use this presence to make you stand out as a candidate — it could even be the extra ingredient in your application that helps you stand out from other candidates. Here are a few tips on how to market yourself digitally.
A recent ‘state of the nation’s plate’ survey reported that 44% of people are enjoying cooking more in recent times - one positive to draw from lockdown! Putting a little thought into your diet can help with your studies too. If you’re feeling inspired, we’ve put together a mix of our favourite easy lockdown lunches to get you going!
Knowing which course is right for you is incredibly important – however, there are several options available with names that you may be unfamiliar with. That’s why we’ve put together this blog to answer some of the frequently asked questions specifically about the foundation year option.
Even before Covid-19, the way we travel had started to change. These days, we are more connected to the rest of the world and that makes us more conscious of how we live. In many ways, the current situation has the potential to make ethical and mindful travel even more common, as we cautiously venture back to other countries. So, what would that kind of travel look like?
Everyone has their own style of studying, which means for some, working at home is an ideal situation. Other people like the structure of going to classes and lectures or having a change of venue, such as studying in a library. Whatever your preference, there are lots of great ways to make working at home productive and enjoyable!
As countries around the world continue to encourage social distancing, the amount of time we spend inside and looking at screens is growing. But social media should be used carefully as it can sometimes make us feel overwhelmed. That’s why we’ve come up with 4 tips to protect your mental health online.
Starting university is a new and life-changing experience. Our checklist will ensure you are fully equipped for all that university life may throw at you.
The average age of a university student is no longer 18-21. In this post, we want to highlight some of the benefits of studying as a mature student.
More and more students – both nationally and internationally – are heading to this city to experience university life. And here’s why you should too:
London life on a budget can be tough, but here are a few clever solutions that will help to reduce outgoings and live comfortably in London.