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In early 2024, Alex decided it was time to take a step towards building a future she could be proud of. She chose to study the Level 4 course in Child and Adolescent Counselling through Open Study College to begin a new educational journey and ultimately, a new career. Her reasons for choosing distance learning were personal and deeply […]

Okay, so, we’re going to throw a few names at you: Richard Branson, Simon Cowell, and Deborah Meaden. What do they have in common? They all left school without any A Levels! Where are they today? All super rich and so famous they get the honour of being featured in this blog post. The point is, failing your A Levels isn’t the end of […]

So, what exactly is a triple science GCSE? If you’re a student (or a parent of one) trying to understand all the GCSE lingo, you’ve probably heard terms like ‘triple science’ and ‘combined science’ thrown around. Triple science is basically a fancy way of saying you’ll be studying biology, chemistry and physics as separate subjects, rathe[…]

So, you’re thinking about studying law. Maybe you love a good argument or you’re looking for an excuse to rock a nice suit. Either way, you’re here because you’re wondering what A Levels you need to get there. Here’s the good news: there’s no magical checklist of must-have subjects. The road to law is surprisingly flexible. However, the k[…]

You’ve probably heard the term ‘red brick university’ before — it has this old-world charm and an academic prestige that instantly grabs your attention. But what does it really mean? Whether you’ve heard it in passing or stumbled upon it while looking into universities, you might be wondering why these institutions still hold such a prest[…]

It's evident that some companies have prioritised workplace frills over the years, instead of focusing on the root causes of what makes a good culture. Undoubtedly, perks like pool tables and Friday ‘desk beers’ may be fun to some, but do they compensate for job satisfaction, personal growth and a balanced wellbeing? The modern workplace […]