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We have a wide variety of articles to inform, educate and amuse you as part of your learning journey! Whether you're starting your learning journey or at an advanced stage, we like to think that there's something of interest for everyone in our blog.

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7 Apr '25

An Ultimate Guide to Homeschooling

Homeschooling, alternatively referred to as home education or elective home education (EHE), involves the instruction of school-aged children in their homes or various non-school locations. Homeschooling is growing in popularity, especially since the recent Coronavirus pandemic, where parents and guardians were left with no choice but to educate their children…
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Student Advice
23 Feb '17

5 Strategies to help improve academic performance

Are you an A-level or GCSE student looking to improve your revision tactics? Whether you're struggling to reach your academic potential or you're seeking some manageable learning strategies to improve performance, this blog will help. Top tutor, Scott has figured out the most effective strategies and techniques, based…
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Student Advice
22 Feb '17

My road to success: Introduction to the ICB Bookkeeping Course!

The ICB Bookkeeping Course Completing an ICB Bookkeeping course through Oxbridge has changed my life in so many ways. This qualification has been key to unlocking my career goals and has enabled me to feel much more fulfilled. This time last year, I felt like I had no clear…
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Miscellaneous
17 Feb '17

Don't aspire to be a Guru, aspire to Be More!

There seem to be a guru for everything these days? Just about everywhere you look there is someone proclaiming to be a guru of something. I'm not sure either! It can be quite baffling. Origins of a Guru? The concept of a "guru" appears to have originated within Hindu…
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Choosing a Course
8 Feb '17

Our QCF Courses: The benefits?

What is a QCF qualification? The Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF) is a new credit transfer system which has replaced the National Qualification Framework (NQF). It recognises qualifications and units by awarding credits. Each unit has a credit value and the credits can be transferred. The system gives the…
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Student Advice
6 Feb '17

How to get motivated and stay motivated

Motivation is and has been the topic of so many studies, self-help books, seminars, and so on. It is still very abstract for us to grasp. This is an article about how to recruit and retain motivation. Motivation is a powerful, yet precarious beast to conquer. Sometimes it’s very easy…
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Miscellaneous
24 Jan '17

Definitely real fake news or is it?

Unless you've been living under a rock for the past few months, you would have undoubtedly come across the term "fake news". But what is it all actually about? If you have been paying attention to recent developments you will have noticed the increasing concern around what has been called…
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Careers
19 Jan '17

Changing career? Here’s what you need to know

The majority of people change their jobs every three years. This could be due to a promotion or a move to a new company. But what if you have come to loathe the industry you work in?   For some reason, we are asked to decide what…
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Student Advice
19 Jan '17

Dealing with online bullying

Statistics from Childline, a helpline sponsored by the National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children (NSPCC) indicate that the volume of children and young people accessing support for online bullying (commonly called cyberbullying) has increased by 88% within the past five years. Although this may sound troubling, many…
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Student Advice
16 Jan '17

Surviving being a distance learning student

Being a distance learning student is a very rewarding experience. It leads to increased knowledge and better qualifications. Of course, there will be times when being a student is more challenging, especially before assignment deadlines and exams. Due to the nature of distance learning, students studying in this way may…
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Miscellaneous
10 Jan '17

British sports stars, Our heroes and what they did next

Top British cyclist Sir Bradley Wiggins has recently announced his retirement from the sport following an illustrious career, which includes becoming the first British competitor to win the Tour de France in 2012. Few can blame him for embracing new challenges, especially given his achievements. It will be interesting…
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Student Advice
1 Jan '17

3 tips to stay motivated in January

Okay, so it's cold outside and the thought of getting up early out of the warm and comfy bed is more terrifying than appealing. I understand. As you peep out of the window, the glistening frost has surrounded you, somehow it's even less appealing to stick to those resolutions. I…
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Choosing a Course
16 Dec '16

Are you considering a PRINCE2 Qualification

Are you considering a PRINCE2 Qualification? Are a little unsure as to what it can do for you? What does a PM do? Project managers plan and organise resources and people to make sure projects finish on time. As well as stay within budget and meet the requirements of the…
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Student Advice
13 Dec '16

6 ways to Improve your Communication Skills

It's hard to get by these days without good communication skills. You now live and work in a knowledge economy that requires the ability to exchange ideas and concepts. Good communication skills may not come naturally to everyone, but this does not necessarily need to be an issue, as there…
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Careers
14 Nov '16

Photo journalism getting started

Things change so quickly. The most important moments can pass you by as you deal with your everyday life. Sometimes the only way to appreciate the world around you is to capture it. How? Most effectively through written words or visual means. Photography, is a great way to create a…
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Miscellaneous
11 Nov '16

Winter Gardening

For all you keen gardeners out there, last spring no doubt feels like a very distant memory. You are now entering what is known as the dormant season of gardening, which can make gardeners feel a little blue. Here are some winter gardening tips to help you get through winter.
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Student Advice
7 Nov '16

5 Revision Hacks to Improve Your Memory

Taking an exam is a high-intensity experience that requires long-term preparation and commitment. Failing to prepare properly for exams could lead to your brain going blank or foggy at the worst moment. When you've been studying for an exam for a long time, for example with A-levels and…
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Careers
28 Oct '16

Supporting Children with Autism in the Classroom

The process of learning can be much more complicated for children diagnosed with autism. Therefore, teachers who have pupils with an autism diagnosis in their classroom should tailor their teaching plan accordingly. The degree to which children will struggle with mainstream teaching methods will depend on where…
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Choosing a Course
18 Oct '16

Traditional Education vs Personal Tutor Support

Classrooms sizes in the UK, especially for A-levels and GCSEs, have grown over the years as the population has increased. A recent Department of Education report stated, births in 2010 were around 20% higher than in 2002. This report also found evidence of a link between class…
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Student Advice
3 Oct '16

How to appear confident

In today's world, the ability to come across as confident is so essential for a whole host of activities, from landing a date to securing your dream job. However, many of you struggle with appearing confident. Not everyone has the ability or belief in themselves to come across as confident.
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Student Advice
15 Sep '16

Things you didn't know about E-Learning

Distance learning sometimes referred to as E-learning or online learning, is one of the fastest-growing industries in the world. More and more people are becoming more interactive with technology. Consequently, E-learning is becoming increasingly easier to access, therefore making it easier to study the subjects of your choice from the…
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Student Advice
8 Sep '16

How Distance Learning Changes Lives

How Distance Learning Changes Lives, here are 2 of our most recent : Oxbridge are a truly student orientated college. Dedicated not just to providing a learning course, but providing a new way of life for you. Hannah, contacted some previous students who had submitted impartial, unprompted reviews and asked…
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Student Advice
7 Sep '16

How to get Children Engaged in Lessons

Getting children to the school gates is one thing, but making sure they’re engaged in lessons is quite another. Homeschooling parents, teachers and TAs are all responsible for ensuring children of all ages are focused, motivated, and inspired by their learning, but keeping engagement levels high is no mean…
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Student Advice
5 Sep '16

Seeking Advice, Your Options

Seeking advice and more often actioning it is not always easy, however, you may face times in your life when you are unsure about what your next steps should be. Some people are self-reliant, where as others actively seek advice. Perhaps you don't know where to get such advice? The…
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Choosing a Course
31 Aug '16

Popular Online Childcare Courses

Good quality childcare is beneficial for all children. It can play a hugely important role in your child’s development. It allows them to become independent, mix with other children and to learn new things. Choosing the right childcare can be a difficult decision. Early education is one of the most…
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