Author Archives: Sam Pearce

Villains: The Latest Competition from Writers & Artists

‘Villains’ is the theme for the latest competition from Writers & Artists. They want you to take inspiration from the most famous villains, from the likes of Captain Hook, Voldemort and Sauron. For a chance to win, you must submit a … Continue reading

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Celebrate World Book Night on 23rd April 2013

World Book Night 2013 is being celebrated up and down the country and in Ireland on 23rd April. It is an opportunity for famous authors and those who love books to celebrate their passion for reading together. This year’s titles … Continue reading

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Where can I find my nearest Graduate Fair?

Yes, it is that time of year again…Time to put the dates of some Graduate Fairs in your diary. Before you plan too much for the summer ahead, it is a great idea to consider what a Graduate Fair can … Continue reading

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Southampton Graduate Recruitment Fair 2013

Believe it or not, the summer is fast approaching, and now is the time to decide what to do with all that time you will have on your hands once the exam season passes! Many Universities, such as Southampton, offer … Continue reading

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Great Success for the first Self-Publishing Conference

Sunday 24th March 2013 marked the first ever Self-Publishing Conference, hosted by the Self Publishing Magazine and sponsored by great names such as Matador, Smithy Publicity, The Writers’ Workshop and TJ International. The day bought authors and writing experts together to … Continue reading

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The summer exam season is fast approaching, so here are some tips to help you through

With the Easter Holidays drawing to a close, it can only mean one thing… the start of exam season for University students. But don’t worry, we have some helpful advice that will help you breeze those exams and enjoy your … Continue reading

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Are Our University Courses Really Worth £9,000 a year?

A study commissioned by the Headmasters’ and Headmistresses’ Conference (HMC) of 1,000 third-year undergraduates revealed many students felt let down by teaching standards at universities and the courses would be poor value for money. The majority believed that feedback on their work … Continue reading

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UK Universities Slip Down the World Reputation Rankings

Last week, the 2012-2013 Times Higher Education World Reputation Rankings were released, they show that over the past two years, three UK universities have dropped out of the top 100. Higher education groups have called for more funding after British … Continue reading

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From 1st April 2013 Certain Incidents Must be Reported to the CQC

From 1 April there are certain events and incidents that by law you have to notify the CQC of. These incidents include: Regulation 12: Changes to a provider’s statement of purpose. Regulation 14: Absence (and return from absence) of registered … Continue reading

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What to Expect From a CQC Inspection

Once you are registered with the CQC, from 1 April 2013, they will continue to check you are meeting the essential standards. A leaflet has been published about what to expect from an inspection, the leaflet covers: 1. The focus … Continue reading

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