Welcome to QM:Insight - Queen Mary's guide to higher education
We've put together articles on topics that students are most concerned about when deciding to join higher education. It is the ideal guide for school leavers about university choices. You can also contact our resident Agony uncle, James Ringer, with your questions and concerns.
New to Higher Education?
Our insider guides should help you make informed decisions about the choices you face before and during your time in higher education. Our most popular articles include:
Student finance explained for 2012 entry
Yes, fees are rising, but you will have access to an excellent financial support package – and will only repay your student loans in manageable amounts after you graduate
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Student finance explained for 2011 entry
Changes in student finance have made it all easier to understand (and hopefully a little less worrying too!). The overall support package available should cover essential living costs and universities also offer non-repayable bursaries.
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Perfect your personal statement
The pressure’s on and you may think you’ve produced a brilliant personal statement – but could it be even better? Read on for advice…
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Are you confused about university? Unsure about your choices? Nervous about starting university? Ask James, our resident agony uncle. Common questions from students include:
Can I take my parents to Open Days?
Of course! Your parents will probably be subsidising you, and they'll want to see what they're paying for.
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Do I have to go to lectures?
Ideally, obviously, yes, although lectures are not normally compulsory;
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