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Teachers and Advisors – How to support your students into University in September 2024

As term begins, you may be still supporting students who are unsure of their options for university in 2024. Here…

6 September 2024

Our top picks for Welcome Week 2024

The Marketing Assistants pick their top activities for Welcome Week 2024, based on what they’d have loved to see when…

2 September 2024

Results Day: some thoughts on UCAS Firm/Insurance Choice

A University spokesperson offers his thoughts and guidance for prospective students and their parents/ families on UCAS Firm/Insurance Choice on…

14 August 2024

Nursing notes: a Student’s Journey at the University of Northampton

From the nerves of stepping into my first clinical placement, to the deep sense of pride caring for premature babies…

26 April 2024

7 things we wish we’d known as international students starting a Public Health MSc

International students Joseph and Dolapo share their experience of studying at the University of Northampton. Embarking on a journey as…

6 February 2024

UCAS reference writing for teachers and advisers – what’s changed and why?

The reference on a UCAS application can make a big difference to the offer an applicant receives. This blog explains…

19 December 2023

A journey of growth as an international student in Northampton

Starting a degree as an international student in the UK can have its challenges, but for MA TESOL student, Anh,…

22 November 2023

From Nursery to University: My Journey of Overcoming Challenges to Pursue my Passion

Jessica Jade Maxey has just embarked on a very scary but exciting journey in becoming a mature student. Jessica had…

13 November 2023

Returning to university as a mature student

Beverley describes her thoughts and feelings on returning to the University of Northampton to study a Master’s degree, and shares…

12 September 2023