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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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28 Jul '26

A-Level Biology vs Chemistry: Which Is Harder?

Choosing A-level subjects can feel exciting but also daunting, especially when comparing two demanding science subjects. For many learners, one of the most common comparisons is A-level Biology versus A-level Chemistry, particularly when planning for university pathways in medicine, healthcare or science-related careers. If you are trying to…
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15 Mar '17

What is Forensic Psychology? Everything You Need to Know Before Studying It

Do you have a head for science but also enjoy working with people? Perhaps you’re interested in policing and working within the criminal justice system? If that sounds like you, forensic psychology could be a great choice for your future career. Gaining a qualification in forensic psychology is challenging, but…
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8 Mar '17

How to: get girls to become interested in STEM

STEM is the popular shortened version of the study of Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths. STEM is all around us in our everyday experiences and will shape the future. From drug development to creating a 3D image, from saving a protected species to landing on Mars. The practical applications of…
2 Mar '17

How to Become a qualified CeMAP ® Mortgage Advisor

Are you considering a career change? Are you number savvy and enjoy making people's dreams a reality? The mortgage industry is an area of financial services that continues to thrive. There is, after all, always a demand for housing. As a result, there will always be people who require advice…
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1 Mar '17

6 Ways to Boost Creativity

We explore 6 different techniques that can help you or your child boost creativity. We hope you take away some practical tips and try applying some of these techniques to your own creative projects. Here Tutor Fair brings you their recommended list of 6 ways to boost creativity.
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27 Feb '17

How to pursue a career in journalism

Are you someone who has an innate interest in the world around you? Do you also enjoy researching information and talking to people? If so, a career in journalism may be a good match. The fact that the world is much more globalised and connected makes this career option incredibly…
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24 Feb '17

Finding Your Life Motto for Your Values and Aspirations

We all have values and aspirations that are important to us whether we realise it or not. These values may be specific career goals or a more general set of guiding principles which bring direction to our lives. For some people, the family and friends they surround themselves with are…
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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