GradLink: Issue 3
Your third issue of GradLink has arrived, bringing you your dose of the latest updates, events and opportunities within the student world. A special mention goes out to our new cohort of students as they currently sink their teeth into the many events, activities and opportunities that freshers week will be providing them. So, without any further delay, let’s get right into it!
Latest News
Lifelong Learning Bill becomes law
The new Lifelong Learning Bill has been recently enshrined in law, paving the way for a radical transformation of the student finance system. The Lifelong Learning Entitlement will allow adults to access loans, worth up to ￡37,000 in today’s fees, that can be flexibly used to upskill or retrain. This means people will be able to take out a student loan to pay for full-time courses such as university degrees or higher technical qualifications. New measures in the bill will allow universities and colleges to use a new method of calculation for maximum charges of tuition fees for different courses. This will help to ensure people can access education and training at a fair price. To learn more about the bill, click here.
Campaign launched to tackle loneliness of university students
The government is working to combat loneliness at universities by teaming up with a number of charities and student groups. Following a YouGov survey, it was reported that loneliness is experienced by 92% of students, with 52% of students having worries about loneliness before even starting their course. Since launching its strategy on loneliness, the government and its partners have invested more than ￡80m to tackle it. This includes up to ￡30m being allocated to the Know Your Neighbourhood Fund, creating volunteering opportunities in 27 areas to help combat loneliness. To find out more about their partnerships, click here.
More than a quarter of UK Universities operating food banks for students
A report from the Higher Education Policy Institute found that more than one in four UK Universities are operating food banks for students for those affected by the cost of living crisis. It was also reported that three-quarters of universities offered discounted food and drinks to students. Worrying signs continue as more than half of UK students are working alongside their studies, seeing a 10% rise in two years. To read more on this matter, click here.
A word from us
Whether you're entering your first year of studies or are already partway through your university journey, there’s always room to maximise your learning. We’ve compiled the top study tips and techniques you need in order to ace any assignments or examinations that come your way. From note-taking to time management, read about the essential strategies you need by clicking here.
Competition time
Why not kick off your freshers week with a takeaway, courtesy of us? We're currently running a competition to win a ￡25 gift card for a choice of JustEat, Deliveroo or UberEats.
All you have to do to enter is follow our Instagram, like the post and tag a friend in the comments. You must be a UK university student to be eligible for this competition. The winner will be drawn on the 2nd of October at 12 p.m.
So, what are you waiting for? Enter now!
Upcoming Events
Autumn Careers Fair
Thursday 19th October
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Autumn Careers Fair
Tuesday 24th October
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Grad Jobs and Placements Fair
Tuesday 10th – Wednesday 11th October
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Autumn Careers Fair
Wednesday 18th October
That's a wrap! We hope you found this issue of our GradLink newsletter insightful and informative. Catch you next time for your next scoop on the latest developments within the student world!