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How To Write A Poem

Pick a topic ...This can be anything from something mundane like the weather (although this is arguably an incredibly important topic in British conversation) or moving like the love of a mother. Essentially poetry is all about observation, so consider how this topic makes you feel. I chose the ever changing British summer and people’s attitudes towards it. Phrasing [...]

10 Reasons To Study Science

Why study science? What opportunities and careers can it lead to? Read on to find out our top 10 reasons from some of our science tutors. 1. Keep your options open for University Choosing only three or four A-Level subjects is often tough, especially for those students who feel ‘split’ between the arts and sciences. However, choosing one or two science [...]

Why Do You Want To Be A Doctor?

‘ Why do you want to be a doctor ?’ When you chose to apply to medical school, you will hear this question multiple times. Parents, friends and strangers will all question your reasoning for wanting to become a doctor. At first a mumbled ‘I want to help people’ or ‘I like [...]

How To Learn

There was a crucial point in my academic life when I “learnt to learn”. This happened when revising for my second year university exams, suddenly I was able to use the time off for revision effectively. I wished that I had been able to do this since before my GCSEs, hours of wasted study when I convinced everyone around me, [...]

The Oxford Interview For History and Modern Languages

The Oxford interview process must be one of the subjects that has produced the most writing in education, and most of it is misleading and scaremongering. You will never be asked about anything you are not likely to know about in a university interview. I realise that by penning a few words on the process, I am probably contributing to [...]

Lycées outside France

For many a Lycée is undoubtedly a French school, yet what is less known is that these can also appear outside France. Many major cities around the world will have a Lycee that is run by the French government: this includes London, New York, Brussels, Madrid, Singapore and many others. The name often begins with Lycée Francais or less often [...]

Chemistry Degree - Is a Physical Science right for you?

For as long as I can remember I have loved science, all the pretty colours and the cool experiments that the teachers demonstrated it was all pretty amazing, helping us understand the world around us and why things follow a certain path as opposed to an alternative. So when it came down to deciding what I wanted to pursue a [...]

Tips For Aspiring Journalists

I was fortunate to begin my career in the field of business journalism and for many of you it can be a very rewarding career. The industry is highly competitive in the UK and around the world but hopefully some of my tips will help any of you interested in the field. Building a portfolio can help to set you apart [...]

“Watt iss denn dat?” Learning German in Germany

Or: How I Learnt To Stop Worrying And Embrace Berlinerisch - Learning German in Germany When confronted with a staff room full of teachers for the first time in Berlin, it seemed only polite to introduce myself in their language. This is basic stuff that had been drilled into me for nearly ten years - even if I might not fit a [...]

Tavistock Tutors Blog

Some helpful blog pieces and articles for our students and tutors.

Personal Statement Advice

How To Write A Poem

10 Reasons To Study Science

Why Do You Want To Be A Doctor?

How To Learn

The Oxford Interview For History and Modern Languages

Lycées outside France

Chemistry Degree - Is a Physical Science right for you?

Tips For Aspiring Journalists

“Watt iss denn dat?” Learning German in Germany

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Tavistock Tutors Blog

Some helpful blog pieces and articles for our students and tutors.

Personal Statement Advice

How To Write A Poem

10 Reasons To Study Science

Why Do You Want To Be A Doctor?

How To Learn

The Oxford Interview For History and Modern Languages

Lycées outside France

Chemistry Degree - Is a Physical Science right for you?

Tips For Aspiring Journalists

“Watt iss denn dat?” Learning German in Germany