There certainly isn’t a dress code for lectures at most Universities in the UK. It’s not uncommon for some students to turn up in their pyjama bottoms (although some Universities do frown upon this, and it doesn’t give a very good impression). On the whole, UK students tend to wear something comfortable to lectures. What …
Rule No. The short answer to this question is that your socks shouldn’t match either your pants or your shoes, unless you’re going for a monochromatic look. Should socks match your shoes? In fact, we recommend that you instead blend the color of your socks with your pants. This will result in a cohesive, elegant …
The share of firsts has grown 10 percentage points, from 26%, in the five years from 2016/17. Although the percentage of 2:1s has fallen slightly in that same period, the share of students achieving one of the two highest degree classifications has risen from 75% to 82%. What is the percentage to get a first? …
The second interview can often feel more intense than the first round. This is partly due to the fact that you may feel closer to landing the job and therefore the stakes are raised, but also because the interviewer will look to challenge you, perhaps put pressure on you, all in a bid to see …
Dress shoes are the best option for wearing with shorts. They are usually high enough quality that they will not look out of place and they will provide good support for your feet. However, if you do not want to wear dress shoes, there are other options available. What kind of shoes go best with …
Second stage interviews are becoming much more common, as businesses stress the need to find the very best candidate for the job and are looking to find out as much as they possibly can about their candidates. If you’ve been invited back for a second interview it’s safe to say that you impressed in your …
You may think that your personal statement won’t matter as much to unis as your grades and experience but a great personal statement could make all the difference between you and a candidate with the same grades. Sure, your application might not reach that deal breaker stage. Does personal statement matter that much? Your personal …
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Is an untucked dress shirt unprofessional? On specific occasions wearing an untucked dress shirt could come off as unprofessional, yes. However, that’s not to say it’s a bad look overall. Given the right time and place, an untucked dress shirt gives off a casual and stylish vibe. Is it OK to not tuck in your …
The personal statement is the first bit of information the university will receive about you so it’s important you make a good first impression. Also, unlike some universities, Oxford use this as an opportunity and useful tool to test the candidate. Does personal statement matter for Oxford? What do Oxford look for in a good …
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Your personal statement is a really important part of your application, and your chance to sell yourself to your chosen university. “Ultimately, a personal statement is a chance for you to convey why you would like to study a particular course, and how you hope this will benefit you in the future. How much do …
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