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Prepare for University interviews in the UK
Written by Kacper Kryk What is the Purpose of University Interviews in the UK? The purpose of the interview is to assess whether the candidate (you!) can think on their feet, adapt to feedback, respond to the precise questions asked, and lead the conversation in an appropriate direction. All these formulations are variations on the…
How to Study For a Content Heavy Class
Written by Stelly Dry IB classes are notorious for being content heavy, especially when it comes to natural and social sciences. Trust us, we know the struggle! Looking at an almost endless syllabus can make anyone ready to give up. But if there is a will (and a good study method), there is a way.…
Starting The New School Year Brightly: Tips For DP1 And DP2 Students
Written by Lewis Mclellan And we’re back! Across the world, schools are up and running once again, offering opportunities for joyous reunions of friends and communities. Or not! That is, of course, the positive way of viewing things. Alternatively, and for students of the IB, the return of school heralds either a reappearance or a…
Are Revision Courses Right For You?
Written by Lewis Mclellan In this blog post, I’ll be helping you to determine whether IB revision courses are right for you as a learner. Firstly, I have good news and bad news regarding the IB. The bad news? The IB can be hard. It is a long and challenging course. Going through it can…
How to Write a Motivation Letter for European Universities
If you want to attend one of the many phenomenal Universities in Europe, chances are you will have to write a motivational letter. Second only to your IB grades, this letter is the most important piece of your application. The letter of motivation is where the university’s admissions team can see a piece of your…
4 Pro Stress Management Tips For IBDP Students
It’s no secret that the second year of the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (DP2) is crazy. Every IB student knows the course workload, subject groups and the IB’s three core elements are stressful, which is why managing that stress as well as keeping an eye on your Study-Life-Balance is so important. Plus, if you make…
Planning for exams: 5 common mistakes students make
An anonymous guest author wrote this post… Do you need some expert advice to help in the planning of your exam revision? Experience is one of the best teachers, but the rules don’t say you have to experience something to learn from it! Learning from other students’ mistakes is still extremely valuable. Understanding others’ failures…
Study-Life Balance in the IB | An Honest Guide
There are many clichés when it comes to study-life balance. I imagine no one reading this would be surprised if I told them that to have a healthy study-life balance in the IB, they should limit screen time, sleep well and do 100 push-ups daily. This is all true, of course, but radical lifestyle changes…
How to Reflect on 2022 to Crush ‘23
2022 is coming to a close, and Christmas is at your doorstep. You may be excited about the presents others have gotten for you, or you may be excited about that fantastic present you will give someone else. However, you shouldn’t forget about being giving towards yourself—and in that spirit, the best gift you can…
Holiday Break — 5 Steps to Not Fall Behind
The long-awaited holiday break is almost upon us. For some of us dwelling in the northern hemisphere, snow has come down, covering the Christmas ornaments that decorate the streets. In this time of glee and gingerbread, it is of utmost importance that we do not become so entranced that we forget all about the IB!…
