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If you’re curious about the world around us and want to know more about the production, distribution and consumption of wealth, you may be thinking about studying economics. But before you enrol on an economics course to learn more, it’s a good idea to get a head start on your reading. Not only will this...

The Corpus Clock, also known as the Grasshopper Clock, is a unique work of modern art and clockmaking situated in Corpus Christi College, Cambridge. It was created by the inventor and Corpus Christi alumni, John Taylor. The bizarre and beguiling timepiece was first put on display in 2008 when Cambridge physicist Stephen Hawking led the...

The University of Oxford, located in Oxford, England, has been a centre of scholarship since the 11th century, although nobody knows exactly when the university was founded. Early indications of learning date back as far as 1096, making it the oldest existing English-speaking university. There are 39 colleges within the University of Oxford, each with...

It’s that time of year. Exam season is looming and in a few weeks, your knowledge of what’s been covered in your lessons will be put to the test. Revision is at the forefront of everyone’s minds, and while you know you need to start making notes on everything you’ve learned so far, you may...

Finding the motivation to study is important in achieving success when sitting exams and in later life. The personal discipline and time management skills that you build through a good study routine set you up to have a solid work ethic and life balance when your studies are over and you enter into the world...

The UK’s National Health Service (NHS) is widely considered one of the best healthcare systems in the world. The opportunity to work and practice in a world-renowned health service and have a well-paid career with lots of room for growth is a privilege that many medical students and qualified doctors are grateful for. However, becoming...

At Oxford Royale Academy, we offer a range of summer school programmes that have become extremely popular amongst students of all ages. The subject of creative writing continues to intrigue many academics as it can help to develop a range of skills that will benefit you throughout your career and life. Nevertheless, that initial question...

Deciding on how many GCSEs you should take depends on what you want to do after you leave secondary school. However, most students choose to take between nine and ten. GCSEs are academic qualifications that are taught to most pupils as part of the National Curriculum towards the end of compulsory education. If you live...

Does the thought of revision get your hands clammy and boggle your mind? With so many revision techniques at your fingertips it can be really overwhelming to know how to revise. It’s important to remember that different revision techniques work for different people, so don’t beat yourself up if what works for your friends doesn’t...