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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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7 Dec '20

Our complete guide to retaking your GCSEs

Okay, so you didn’t get the results you were planning for the first time around... Even though this can be devastating, it’s more common than you’d think; in 2019, more than a third of students failed to pass their maths and English GCSEs. Educational experts believe that…
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10 Sep '20

Six things to do if you've deferred going to university 

The coronavirus pandemic has driven thousands of A-level students to defer their place at university, with many hesitant to dive into the experience amid continuing uncertainty. But Covid isn’t the only reason why students defer going to university. It’s something that hundreds of students do every year for a…
22 Jun '20

10 Interview Tips to Make a Great Impression

If you’re studying with us, you likely have an end goal after qualifying, whether that’s further education or career development. We know you’ve worked incredibly hard to achieve your qualifications, so now we want to help you prepare to ace your job interview.  Research…
16 Jun '20

How To Make Money As A Photographer

With over 3.5 billion smartphone users in the world and almost all of them able to take high-quality pictures, the art of photography is an utmost priority in business. However, telling your friends and family that you want to pursue a career in photography may raise eyebrows. It is…
5 Jun '20

Nutritionist vs Dietitian - What's the Difference?

The vast majority of people interchange nutritionist with dietitian as if they were the same thing. And although these professions are incredibly similar in the functions that they research and serve, they are very different roles. To help you get to grips with the key differences between nutritionists and dietitians,…
26 May '20

What Are The 5 Fields of Psychology?

In the broadest of terms, psychology is the scientific study of the mind and behaviour, and compared to many of the other sciences, it is one of the most modern and is certainly the most progressive. 150 years ago, psychology was structured in two core theoretical forms: Structuralism and Functionalism.
19 May '20

8 Skills All Good Managers Need

Good managers are quite rare, and becoming a good manager can enhance your career prospects significantly. Whether you have recently completed your time in education or have been working for a number of years, there comes a time for most, when you hope to progress into a management position. If…
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22 Apr '20

The Beginner's Guide to Mindfulness

"Feelings come and go like clouds in a windy sky. Conscious breathing is my anchor." - Thich Nhat Hanh   Do you ever feel like your mind is too full? Maybe you’re struggling to concentrate and achieve your goals? You need mindfulness. Why?…
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14 Mar '20

5 Amazing Benefits of Learning a Language

What are the benefits of learning a language? From building friendships to increating your job prospects, we reveal all, with tips on getting started.
26 Feb '20

Starting Now: How Olga Rediscovered Her Passion in Retirement

At aged 61, Olga discovered that there is no barrier to learning. She enrolled on our bookkeeping course in 2019 from her home in sunny Greece. Read about her experience.
16 Feb '20

10 Questions That WILL Change Your Life

A simple, self-reflective task that helps you recognise what you want in life and how to take action, starting today, starting this minute, starting now.
13 Feb '20

22 Questions With James Our Head Maths Tutor

From Oxford to Oxbridge. Meet James Preston, our head maths tutor who is helping students nationwide get their maths qualification in style. Read more...
31 Jan '20

20 Questions With The Head of Our Student Advisers

Meet Paul Dixon - the new enrolments manager at Oxbridge. With decades of experience offering expert advice, we caught five to throw 20 questions his way. Read more...
3 Jan '20

Starting Now - Taking Your First Step To Success

When was the last time you said you’d do something tomorrow?   Like going to the gym for a proper workout, quitting smoking or spring cleaning your house. Thing is, tomorrow comes and you’re still saying the exact same thing: I’ll do it tomorrow; one more day won’t…
16 Dec '19

Career Change At 50: It’s Never Too Late

Reaching 50 can feel like a daunting milestone, but don't let it stop you from living life to the fullest! Don't let people dictate how you spend your golden years... if there is something new that you want to learn or an activity that ignites your passion, why not take…
22 Nov '19

Thinking Big, Working Small: We Meet Willard Wigan MBE

For the past six months, we've been sharing our students' 'I can, I will' stories. This week, we had the opportunity to explore the journey of one of the most influential, inspirational and talented artists alive today... Dr Willard Wigan MBE. Everybody has said ‘I can, I will’ at some…
11 Oct '19

Family-Friendly Halloween Activities

You may have noticed the recent changes in the weather and the rapid shift from daylight to night-time before 5pm… we're convinced it's because Halloween is near. We've seen it written in the leaves falling from the trees – the witches are brewing up spooky times for all you hardworking…
Reading time: 10 minutes
29 Jul '19

Case Study: Mark's 'I Can I Will' Story

Often, it's personal circumstances that drive people to home learning. For Mark Reilly, he lived a hectic double life. By day, he was a police officer in his community. By night, a carer for his disabled daughter. When he started studying with Oxbridge, his life was intense, he hadn't any…
17 Jul '19

How Emojis Make Learning Awesome

As a college, one topic that arises from time to time that makes us chuckle is the use of emojis. Why? Because some people take them too seriously. We've heard claims that emojis are a detriment to the English Language and, as a result, the nation is becoming dumber. The…
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6 Jun '19

Case Study: Suzanne's 'I Can I Will' Story

Suzanne came to visit the team at Oxbridge to tell us her I can I will story. People often ask me, why go back to college now? Well, after years of full-time work, living abroad, and having a family, I was ready for a new challenge. No…
1 Apr '19

Case study: Chris's 'I Can I Will' story

My name's Chris; I'm 39 years-old, come from Dartford, and I work as Head of Core Operations for one of the world's largest reinsurance brokers: Marsh & McLennan Companies. I'm responsible for 150 staff members, handle a budget of 15 million a year, and in my spare time,…
22 Mar '19

What's new? Oh yeah... Oxbridge!

For a passionate and quirky bunch, keeping a secret this big has been somewhat of a challenge! The team were itching to share what's been going on behind the scenes. Over the past few months, we've worked hard to bring our efforts to life and to finally announce: We've launched…
Reading time: 4 minutes
5 Feb '19

Childcare Trends All Parents Should Know

At one time, childcare was a simple function whereby the carer babysat a child, feeding them, keeping them clean, and playing with them. However, the childcare sector has evolved and continues to evolve. Guest blogger Emily Wilson offers a range of modern trends that show this evolution: Emily Wilson…
Reading time: 5 minutes
10 Dec '18

8 Study Tips to Stay Motivated This Christmas

What’s on your mind this Christmas? For many students (or just about anyone worldwide), it’s quality family time, opening (and giving, of course) presents, and binging on movies, mince pies and prosecco. As we’re about ready to tuck into our third turkey dinner at home, the last thing we’re thinking…
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