University in the 21st Century
Video interview with Fiona McKenzie, Director of Gabbitas Middle East
Preparing for Post 16 Pathways
It’s never too early to think about post 16 routes
The Importance of Reading
How to build up your bookshelves and encourage a love of reading.
Studying Business and Management
Business-related courses top the list of the UK’s most popular degrees. Offered at over 300 UK HE providers it can be studied in nearly 6,000 permutations! In 2015 alone, there were just under 300,000 applications to study Business related degrees. As of 2016/17, it was reported that over 120,000 international students were studying on a…
Developing Leadership Skills in Students
As parents, we want the best for our children when it comes to their education. We want them to attend quality schools and universities, get a good degree, and have as many opportunities open to them as possible. With today’s increasingly rapid changes in technology and the job market, schools are recognising more and more…
Choosing a UK University: Firm and Insurance Offers
The UCAS deadline for the 2019 application cycle has now passed and most students are eagerly checking their TRACK account to see if they have received offers from their chosen universities. Some universities are very quick to respond but others may take more time. All universities have to have made their offers by the end…
Student Leadership Event in Dubai
The SILC Student Leadership conference is coming to Dubai and welcomes international students age 12 to 17 for an exciting and educational day full of fun games, leadership challenges and dynamic workshops. Taking place at the Four Seasons Jumeirah Beach Resort on the 23rd March 2019, this is an event not to be missed! This…
Schools in Canada
Life as an expat can be one of constant flux and it is always important to be aware of your options in case there is a sudden need to move. There are many factors to consider such as location, housing, safety, the day to day cultural aspects, and of course, schooling. One of the most…
Studying Law: A Law Student’s Perspective
Rachel Asaker, who has just finished her first year of Law at Warwick University, shares her thoughts on what studying Law at University, is really like. Why did you choose to study Law at University? I cannot exactly remember what made me want to become a lawyer. The people I met, the TV shows I…
Advantages and Disadvantages of Foundation Year
University Foundation Programmes offer an alternative entry point to UK universities. It is designed to be a ‘bridging’ year between School and University. Primarily, it is aimed at international students who have completed school but are presented with qualifications which are not equivalent to the 3 A Levels required for direct entry onto a UK…