Tackling your dissertation: Chapters
A dissertation is a scary thing, and many of us will have to write one at the end of our third year. Some of us are already there. Here are a few things that I have learned over the course of writing my dissertation that I would like to share with you. Firstly, the basics…
All the things you should read whilst you’re social distancing
Social distancing can get boring. When Netflix inevitably runs out of new shows for you to binge, or you’re tired of re-watching Friends for the fifteenth time, you’re going to need something else to help you procrastinate writing your essays. I plan to use the time to catch up on some reading, so here’s some…
Off campus, online: How technology can maintain student communities.
In the wake of the Coronavirus epidemic, many Universities are shutting up shop to protect the health of students and staff. But whilst staff are looking into ways to take teaching online, how can we preserve the student communities that so many rely on for support? Many Universities across the UK are now taking the…
Taking care of your mental health when self-isolating
At a time when we’re all doing our best to take care of our physical health and the health of others by self-isolating, it’s important not to neglect our mental health. Personally, the idea of cutting off social contact, not going to work or uni, not being able to see my friends or visit family…
Caring less about body image
For some people, negative body image can be the cause of mental health issues. For me, it’s a symptom. On my best days, I can stroll around, no make- up, wearing whatever I want and not think twice. On my worst days, I’m painfully aware of how much space I take up; convinced everyone is…
Tyfy conducts pilot project with The University of Huddersfield
Students in the University of Huddersfield School of Human and Health Sciences will be able to use the software to access mentors and enhance their employability. After a successful year working with students at Nottingham University Business School, and recently beginning a project with Keele University, the peer mentoring software announces it’s latest partnership with…
How to prepare before applying for a job
Before applying for a job, there are several things that you want to be prepared for. The actual application itself can seem daunting but in order that you won’t be overwhelmed with it, the best thing to do is to prepare before applying. When I talk about preparing before applying for a job, it may…
How to write your dissertation: Introduction
A dissertation is a scary thing, and many of us will have to write one at the end of our third year. Some of us are already there. Here are a few things that I have learned over the course of writing my dissertation that I would like to share with you. Firstly, the basics…
Staying organised in Third-year
Third-year is a busy hectic time and now it’s reached February it has suddenly become a reality that you only have a few months left of university. This can feel overwhelming, suddenly you need to really buckle down and do work but simultaneously you want to enjoy your last few months of freedom. However, you…
Thinking about doing a masters?
At the end of university, there are a wide variety of options open to you, jobs, graduate schemes, travelling, and further education. This last option is getting more and more popular. I am going to discuss the thoughts that need to go in to when deciding on doing a masters degree. The reason for this…