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The drawbacks of open credit systems
Despite the pros that open credit systems come with, a few fundamental pitfalls can threaten to make your academic life even more of a struggle.
22 February 2024, 00:00 AM
Pursuing an undergraduate degree in Southeast and East Asian countries
There are an immense number of educational opportunities available within our small part of the world.
15 February 2024, 09:58 AM
Why isn’t the public university system sympathetic to older students?
Due to certain policies, or the lack thereof, the system has turned out to be discriminatory towards students who might want a second chance at education.
8 February 2024, 00:00 AM
The pros and cons of the fixed credit system
Let’s look into both the positives and the negatives of fixed credit systems for reference.
18 January 2024, 00:00 AM
How to make a university list when applying abroad
ne of the most crucial steps to succeeding in your applications to universities abroad is one that is often overlooked or undermined in its importance: a solid list.
11 January 2024, 09:54 AM
It is okay to graduate late
When you have spent most of your life and education surrounded by the same people, experiencing everything incrementally together, you are under the illusion that life will follow the same pace even when you are out of school. This idea couldn’t be further from the truth. It becomes very apparent quickly that you are on your own. As the shared path forks into wholly different directions, it becomes easy to constantly compare yourself to peers whom you went to school with.
4 January 2024, 10:31 AM
What it’s like to enjoy your major
The moment I express my passion for my major, I'm met with raised eyebrows.
4 January 2024, 00:00 AM
Nailing your university essays: The dos and don’ts
Making sure to stick to the prompt and ticking all your requirements can massively streamline your writing process.
28 December 2023, 00:00 AM
Curating your LinkedIn profile as a university student
LinkedIn is a social media platform for professionals and an impactful tool for those interested in professionally branding themselves. Many individuals take this self-branding approach when they graduate from university. However, given that it takes a lot of time to build a solid presence on this platform, it’d be in your best interest to start working on your LinkedIn profile from your early days at the university.
21 December 2023, 12:00 PM
Your guide to the Erasmus Mundus scholarship
A recipient of the 2022 Erasmus Mundus scholarship walks you through the process.
14 December 2023, 14:43 PM
Why do we have so many GED Courses?
Even though the necessity of GEDs can’t be overstated, they still pose unique challenges to pupils.
14 December 2023, 00:00 AM
Girls are doing great in HSC, but what about the boys?
Putting aside the fanfare, the fact that boys are lagging behind girls in most school exams needs to be scrutinised carefully.
1 December 2023, 17:40 PM
Is it worthwhile to drop a semester?
The university experience is unquestionably enriching, but it also comes with a lot of pressure, starting with strict academic standards and extending to the arena of personal and social difficulties. The thought of dropping a semester presents a tempting window of escape in such a demanding setting.
26 November 2023, 10:26 AM
Starting a degree in Economics? A teacher tells you what to expect
Economics has a unique way of looking at the world through unique tools and mechanisms. The problem, however, starts here. If you ask the question: What is economics, you could be misled.
23 November 2023, 09:53 AM
I feel disconnected from my educational institution
I simply see it as a means to get a degree and advance my career.
16 November 2023, 08:31 AM
Features to look for in an international MBA
In this article, we offer an insider scoop on how prospective students and employers can tell a good MBA from a bad one by evaluating four key feature.
2 November 2023, 11:07 AM
A university student’s guide to time management
The best way to manage time, therefore, is to simply stop letting ourselves become distracted for hours on end. And yes, this does mean that watching one extra productivity hack video on YouTube will be detrimental to this journey.
23 October 2023, 13:42 PM
Major or university: What should you chase?
The decision and the end of high school is a vital one to make.
19 October 2023, 13:09 PM
University Admissions: The Assumptions to Avoid
Here definitely some misconceptions you should be wary of when applying to universities.
19 October 2023, 00:00 AM
University: Our factory of miseducation
Universities should be about creating the next generation of thinkers, right? Even in terms of skills, haven’t we been failing largely?
14 October 2023, 05:00 AM