Bloodhound Project director Richard Noble hopes that his supersonic scheme will inspire kids to invent and design new technology, to boost the UK’s economy. About Richard Noble and The Bloodhound Project Richard Noble hopes to drive his supersonic car, Bloodhound SSC, into the record books this year but he is also full of hope about another mission – to engage ... Read More »
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Going to university costs too much
A new study has revealed concerns over rising university costs by noting that fees at some universities could hit £10,000 per year by 2020. The Independent Commission on Fees has warned that the government should be “extremely wary” about increases or the removal of the cap on fees altogether. The study coincides with a report that that revealed 78% of ... Read More »
Understanding student loans
Don’t let the fear of debt put you off applying for Uni until you’ve done some in-depth research. Read on for our guide to student loans eligibility and entitlements. BY SUMMER SHUTTLEWOOD With universities now allowed to charge between £6,000 and £9,000 per year (nearly three times the fees charged in 2011), many students may be worried that they cannot ... Read More »
Social media at university
If you ‘like’ social media, you’ll love the career opportunities it presents, you might want to think about studying social media at university. BY JOHN MCPHERSON It seems like everyone and their dog has either a Twitter or Facebook account. But not many people realise that there are a growing number of employers actively looking for people who know how ... Read More »
The world of logistics
Have you ever thought about a career in logistics? Moving On gives you a glimpse into this fascinating industry which transports people, products and information to exactly the right places. By Summer Shuttlewood Did you know that one in 12 people working in the UK is employed in logistics related careers? These jobs might be: delivering a famous singer’s equipment ... Read More »