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Beyond the Bar: 15 Must-Read Books for Future Lawyers

Beyond the Bar: 15 Must-Read Books for Future Lawyers

Reading within and around your subject, widely and in depth, is one of the most important things you can do to prepare yourself for a future in Law. So, we’ve put together a list of essential books to include on your reading list as a prospective or current Law...

Which GCSEs Do You Need to Become a Lawyer?

Which GCSEs Do You Need to Become a Lawyer?

While your GCSE subject choices are by no means the be-all and end-all of your academic career, they can have a surprisingly positive impact on your career path if chosen well. If you’re interested in pursuing a legal career, GCSEs can be an important stepping stone...

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How to Write the Perfect Essay

How to Write the Perfect Essay

If you decide to study English at university, it’s going to involve a lot of essay writing. It’s a challenging skill to master because it requires both creativity and logical planning, but if you ensure you do the following whenever you write an essay, you should be...

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12 Best UK Universities for Engineering

12 Best UK Universities for Engineering

Engineering is a field that propels the world forward, shaping the way we live, work and interact with technology. Aspiring engineers embark on a journey that demands dedication, problem-solving skills, and a solid foundation of specialised knowledge.  Like all...

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How to Foster Creative Thinking for Teenagers

How to Foster Creative Thinking for Teenagers

Each year, our Oxford Scholastica summer school students are encouraged to develop an active and long-term mindset, as well as a collaborative perspective, to foster creative and innovative thinking.What Is Creative Thinking? Creative thinking involves generating...

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10 Books Every Law Student Should Read

10 Books Every Law Student Should Read

You'll often be told that you have to read around your subject in order to prepare for your university applications – but how do you find out what to read? Law is notoriously complicated and inaccessible, so it’s hard to know where to start. For that reason, we’ve...

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A Day in the Life of an Oxford Fresher

A Day in the Life of an Oxford Fresher

Whether you’re still deciding if you’d like to apply to Oxford University, or you’ve got your place and will be arriving soon enough, it’s very reasonable to find out early what the daily schedule of an Oxford student looks like. Given Oxford’s unique routines and...

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What Is Oxford Scholastica’s Got Talent?

What Is Oxford Scholastica’s Got Talent?

"Oxford Scholastica’s Got Talent" is the highlight of a summer at the Oxford Scholastica Academy!  At the end of our two-week residential programmes, we host our very own talent show for students and staff, commemorating all of the friendships and memories made over...

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How Many GCSEs Should You Take?

How Many GCSEs Should You Take?

For many high school students, choosing their GCSE subjects can feel like a daunting process. However, the most important thing is to make a decision that aligns with your interests and goals, strengths and long-term aspirations. Some worry about taking too many GCSEs...

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