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8 All-Important Skills for Work Life That You Don’t Learn in School

School is meant to equip us with the skills we need to succeed in adult life, and to an extent, it does. You should also…

February 14, 2021

35 Terms to Enhance Your Business English Vocabulary

If you’re learning English in order to better your job prospects, the chances are that at some point you’re going to need to understand and…

February 13, 2021

The Sights of Oxford

What can you expect to see when you come to Oxford? We’ve found pictures of some of the most typical Oxford sights, to give you…

February 13, 2021

6 Ways You Can Change the World (Right Now)

Whatever your political beliefs are, you’ll agree that we live in turbulent times. You should also read… 7 Ways to Tell if a News Story…

February 13, 2021

20 Top Tips for Writing an Essay in a Hurry

In an ideal situation, you’d have all the time in the world to write a great essay, but sadly it doesn’t always work out that…

February 12, 2021

5 Great Ways to Improve Your Self-Confidence Before You Go to University

Going to university can be a challenge even for the most confident student. You should also read… 11 Truths About University Life Every Applicant Should…

February 12, 2021

10 Words English has Lost, and 10 Words It’s Gained

It’s impossible to estimate how many words there are in the English language. You might also enjoy… 4 Fascinating Ways in which the English Language…

February 12, 2021

10 Ways to Balance a Job with Further Study

Combining a job with further study can have a lot of advantages. You should also read… 9 Things Everyone Learns From Their First Job 8…

February 12, 2021

Who Was Julius Caesar? 2000 Years Have Passed and We’re Still Not Sure

About the Author Stephanie Allen read Classics and English at St Hugh’s College, Oxford, and is currently researching a PhD in Early Modern Academic Drama…

February 12, 2021

8 Fascinating Facts About Life as an Oxford Student

About the AuthorStephanie Allen read Classics and English at St Hugh’s College, Oxford, and is currently researching a PhD in Early Modern Academic Drama at…

February 11, 2021

The Ultimate Reference Guide to British Popular Culture

British popular culture is vast, sprawling and influential. You should also read… An Introduction to English Dialect Words 15 Great English Words You Probably Won’t…

February 11, 2021

Do you have it in you to be a political leader of tomorrow?

It’s a politically unstable world out there. Perhaps as a result, teenagers and young people are showing an increasing desire to learn more about their…

February 11, 2021

How to Write Brilliant Personal Statements and Covering Letters: 8 Tips to Get Offers Rolling In

Without a doubt one of the most daunting aspects of writing a university or job application is the personal statement or covering letter. It’s always…

February 10, 2021

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19 Practical and Fun Ways to Improve at English Spelling

English is often cited as one of the hardest languages to learn, and one of the aspects that gives it this reputation for being tricky…

February 10, 2021

5 Reasons We Procrastinate and How to Stop Doing It: Advice from a Champion Procrastinator

About the AuthorStephanie Allen read Classics and English at St Hugh’s College, Oxford, and is currently researching a PhD in Early Modern Academic Drama at…

February 10, 2021

6 Myths and Realities of British Law

There are no end of myths circulating about British law. You should also read… 9 Famous Moments in British Protest History 12 Weird British Competitions…

February 10, 2021

Why Study Abroad? 10 Benefits of Studying in an International Environment

ORA students enjoying a lesson outside – Image Copyright Oxford Royale Summer Schools 2014 – All Rights Reserved Here at Oxford Royale Summer Schools, we’re…

February 9, 2021

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9 Careers That Oxford Is Famous For

Being a student at the University of Oxford is the launchpad for an incredible range of careers. Oxford alumni seem to find success in almost…

February 9, 2021

The World’s Worst Personal Statement: Why It Fails and How to Fix It

Writing a personal statement is never an easy thing to do, but some students fall so spectacularly short of the mark that their efforts can…

February 7, 2021

9 Sports at which Oxford Excels

The University of Oxford isn’t just notable in academic terms. You should also read… 6 Differences Between Student Life in the UK and USA 11…

February 7, 2021