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8 simple tips for exam success

By INTO University Partnerships | Published: May 23, 2013

Exams – they’re pretty tough, aren’t they? Luckily, there are ways to deal with the stresses and get the marks you want.

Elizabeth Bower of INTO City University London shares 8 simple tips for exam success:

1. Make the most of your study time
Don’t just panic, bury your head in a heap of books and hope for the best. Get organised. Make a schedule and work out how much time you need for each subject. Study a little each day and give your brain a break every 45 minutes. Avoid cramming the night before – it’s not the way to guarantee a good mark. Read More »

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5 things you should know before choosing a uni course

By INTO University Partnerships | Published: May 21, 2013

Deciding on a university course is far from easy, even if you know which subject you want to study. And with thousands of options out there, how can you narrow them down to just a select few?

Before you start tearing your hair out on your course search, Which? University’s Rebecca Hughes is on hand to share 5 things you need to know…

1. Course content can vary widely between unis
First things first – the content of a course can differ considerably from one university to the next. It’s a good idea to dig into the detail of the course information and think about the subject areas you’re really keen to study. And it’s not just the course content you’ll need to delve into – be sure to check the type of course too. There are loads of them out there! For instance, do you want to study a vocational course with lots of hands-on learning and work placements? Or are you after a more traditional, theoretical course? Do your research. Read More »

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INTO Adventure: Journey to the tip of the clouds

By INTO University Partnerships | Published: May 20, 2013

Wondering what kind of adventures you can have while studying in China? Our INTO China students took some amazing photos on a recent camping trip to the famous Mount Tai (Taishin). We thought we’d share them with you…

INTO students climbing the 6500 steps of Mount Tai – now that’s what we call a work out!

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Write for us!

By INTO University Partnerships | Published: May 16, 2013

Interested in writing for the INTO Higher blog? We’re looking for keen guest writers who have something to say to our global audience of international students.

We welcome posts on a range of international student topics – from studying to socialising, culture to careers. And if you’re an expert on something (money saving, shoestring travel, the perfect way to boil an egg…), then all the better.

Current INTO student? We’d love you to write about your experiences. INTO alumni? Share what you’ve learned with students embarking on their own adventure. Read More »

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5 things you tell yourself to avoid studying

By Deborah Martin | Published: May 14, 2013

The most challenging part of exams isn’t really the studying part. It’s not even the pressure. And it’s certainly not the mysterious cough you always seem to acquire in examination rooms (why does that happen anyway?). The toughest part is procrastination – the impulse to do anything other than open your books.

Here are 5 of the most irritatingly effective study avoidance techniques. Recognise any?:

1. “I have to login to Facebook or else my friends will think I’ve been abducted by aliens”
It’s true – it’s been a whole fifteen minutes since you last updated your Facebook status. Better sort that out or your family will panic and send out the search helicopters. You don’t want people to worry, do you? Read More »

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Inside INTO: Q&A with a Marketing Coordinator

By INTO University Partnerships | Published: May 10, 2013

Our Inside INTO blog series aims to introduce you to our team around the world. Today we’re chatting to Lena Abu-Elfailat, Marketing Coordinator at INTO Manchester. Find out about her role, what she loves about Manchester and what made her laugh last week…

1. What’s your role at INTO Manchester?
It’s varied but in a nutshell, I support the recruitment of students through marketing. This includes coordinating marketing activities, managing the centre’s social media channels, travelling to recruitment fairs abroad, and arranging centre tours for prospective students.

2. Can you describe a typical day?
Every day is different. Last week I was catching up with former INTO students on a photo shoot. Today I took a prospective student and his parents on a tour of our centre. Tomorrow, I’ll be greeting education counsellors from around the world at the airport. I haven’t had the same two days since starting here, but I wouldn’t have it any other way. Read More »

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INTO Web Awards – vote now!

By INTO University Partnerships | Published: May 9, 2013

It’s time for you to vote in the May 2013 INTO Web Awards!

Last month, you voted for Which? University as your favourite student-friendly site. This month, we’ve shortlisted more great sites that we think are fun, inspiring or just plain useful for international students (read all about them below).

Vote for your favourite by Friday, 31st May 2013. Winners will be announced in June…

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Our shortlist

Abroad 101
Abroad 101 is a comprehensive course search and student review site. On it you can find study abroad courses, and get the lowdown from previous students about their experiences. The site features over 7,000 courses, and student ratings are split into handy categories like ‘Housing’, ‘Academics’ and ‘Cost of Living’.
What we like: Each course has a Financial Aid section, meaning you can check for available scholarships. Read More »

Student Money: 6 ways to eat out on a budget

By Deborah Martin | Published: May 3, 2013

Whether it’s Malaysian fare in Florida or Thai cuisine in Manchester, studying abroad won’t be half as much fun if you can’t afford to sample the local food. But how can you dine out like a king and stay within your budget? INTO’s Deborah Martin shares 6 tips on how to be a student “foodie” and still save money….

Student foodie tip 1: Pick the right times to dine out
Lunchtimes, pre-theatre, early in the week – the smart student foodie knows that timing is everything. That fancy restaurant that looks way too expensive for you? Check out its lunchtime set menu – it might be surprisingly affordable. Then head down with your classmates for a special treat.