On my first day of university, a lecturer told our class that some of the most successful students she has taught didn’t even pass their course. At first I wondered what she was talking about. How can it be classed as successful to fail? But as I got further into my course, I realised she […]
Written by Anouska Levart – Student Journalist Why Meg? She is a charismatic, creative writer and vlogger that has managed to rack over a million views on her video with over 75,000 subscribers, and has journeyed through student life, all with a chronic illness. Catching Fresher’s flu is bad enough, but imagine how hard it […]
Whilst applying for university, Rowan Cunningham realised that many engineering courses were accredited by The Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET), and so she applied for the MEng Product Design Engineering course at the University of Strathclyde. The defining factor for Rowan was to succeed in a career that made her happy… “They say the first step […]
Inspiration is a word that is often defined by its ability to promote a positive reaction, articulated in a form that not only solidifies sheer brilliance, but exudes a marvel that ultimately leaves a person in awe! The Wicked Young Writer Awards is the epitome of inspirational youth literacy. Student Pages had the honour of […]
Lucy Dinning is not your average 16-year-old. A finalist of the 15-17-Year-Old Category of the Wicked Young Writer Awards, she is talented and extremely creative, grounded by a strong family bond, from her Mother and Father, through to her older sister. A lover of drama, musical theatre and books, Lucy was encouraged from a very […]
7 ways to see the London’s best shows for the best prices. London’s theatre scene is one of the most vibrant and exciting in the world. But for students on a budget, theatre tickets aren’t always attainable. Charging up to or even over £200 per ticket for the most popular shows, students often miss out […]
Kristen Hawke is an incredibly vibrant & talented individual, and at 21 years of age, she is a finalist in the 18-25 Year Old Category of the Wicked Young Writer Awards. We caught up with her to find out the story behind the young writer, and her journey to the finals! Kristen’s love affair with […]
Written by Jennifer Rose Liverpool has an array of restaurants, pubs, bars and cafes- perfect for a student’s favourite pastimes (eating and saving money). Whether you’re visiting the city or have recently moved to Liverpool, here’s a list of some of the best places to go in Liverpool. Drinks Check out Arrad Street’s The Font […]
Written by Emily Braeger – Student Journalist Last year over 87,000 university applicants received at least one unconditional offer, which is over a 1/3. Including me. Seconds after I noticed that my UCAS Track had been updated, I accepted my offer, no questions asked. But was this the right decision? When applying for university everyone […]
As Scotland’s capital, its fair to say Edinburgh is a tourist-magnet. According to the Association of Scottish Visitor Attractions, Edinburgh boasts 7 of the 10 most visited attractions in Scotland while ONS figures show that in 2017, 71% of the UK’s overseas visitors came to Edinburgh on their trip. Attracting millions of visitors each year, […]