Erasmus+
Whether you’re a student, an apprentice, a trainee, or just looking for an opportunity to volunteer or work abroad, you have (hopefully) heard of Erasmus+… Erasmus+ is the EU programme for education, training, youth and sport. It offers opportunities for Scottish & UK participants to study, work, volunteer, teach or train abroad. Check out the […]
Explore Your Scottish University Town
Moving away to university? Check out our brief guide to Scotland’s top university cities.
What to do If Your Friend Has a Different Opinion to You
Whether it’s politics, religion, music taste or football, we all have different views, but respecting each others’ opinions is important for maintaining positive friendships. Here’s some tips for how to stay on talking terms with your friends when you have a disagreement about something!
How to Make Friends When Working or Studying Abroad
When people study abroad, they often make friends through their course, accommodation or campus. But what happens when you don’t have classmates or flatmates? YoungScot asked some ex-English Language Assistants for their tips on making friends while working abroad.
How to Deal with Problematic Flatmates
Sometimes we can get into arguments with the people we live with. It can be especially awkward if you’re living is shared accommodation with new people. Here’s how to sort those issues out – big or small.
Glasgow Clyde College: Mental Health Helpline
Glasgow Clyde College have launched a Mental Health Helpline for students who feel that they need to talk to someone. Just call 0141 272 3786 from 1pm – 4pm, Monday to Friday. The helpline is staffed by counsellors and is available to current Glasgow Clyde College students. All you need to do is provide your […]
Best Student Bank Accounts 2020
Banks love reeling new students in with goodies, and the latest batch of accounts are out. This is a guide to bagging the best deal, whether you’re a fresher or just refreshing your finances.
Coping With Change
Going through major changes such as leaving school or moving house can make it difficult to manage your mental wellbeing. This article outlines the stages of Reacting to Change and tips for making this process easier.
Taking a Break From Your Studies
If you’re feeling stressed, unhappy or are in financial trouble – you’ll likely be granted permission to take some time out from your studies. Sometimes the best thing to do if you are struggling with studies or feel overwhelmed is to take some time to get back on track. You can defer from anywhere from […]
Tips for Open Days
Open days provide a number of invaluable insights despite the heavy marketing that surrounds them. Here are six ways to prepare for a university visit: 1. Book your place in advance Open day spaces can get filled by hopeful students-to-be very quickly. Make sure you see the universities of interest to you by booking your visit […]