http://www.independent.co.uk/student/news/?service=Rss http://www.independent.co.uk/student/news/win-the-ultimate-university-survival-kit-1807984.html http://www.independent.co.uk/student/news/win-the-ultimate-university-survival-kit-1807984.html ]]> <p> The start of the new academic year is upon us and hundreds of thousands of students are moving into their new private rented accommodation. Most student digs are not exactly luxurious – they're often damp, leaking and have the seemingly obligatory ageing gas cooker and pile of dirty dishes. And it appears students never change – most of them are more concerned about where their next pint is coming from than how safe their new surroundings are. </p> News Fri, 23 Oct 2009 13:29:57 +0100 http://www.independent.co.uk/student/student-life/technology-gaming/win-a-brother-printer-filofax-organiser-and-parker-urban-penset-1807238.html http://www.independent.co.uk/student/student-life/technology-gaming/win-a-brother-printer-filofax-organiser-and-parker-urban-penset-1807238.html ]]> <p> At last you’ve waved goodbye to the temp job that was grinding you down all summer. It’s the new term, and whether you’re a fresher, or you’re gearing up for your final year, no doubt you’ve been desperate to get back on campus. Before you know it your head’s back in the books, and if you’re to make the best of your year, you’ll need to be equipped for every eventuality. </p> Technology & Gaming Thu, 22 Oct 2009 16:51:03 +0100 http://www.independent.co.uk/news/education/education-news/leading-physicist-to-replace-stephen-hawking-in-university-role-1806558.html http://www.independent.co.uk/news/education/education-news/leading-physicist-to-replace-stephen-hawking-in-university-role-1806558.html <p> One of the world's leading theoretical physicists was today preparing to replace one of the world's best-known scientists in one of the world's most famous academic jobs, Cambridge University said. </p> Education News Wed, 21 Oct 2009 13:27:59 +0100 http://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/gadgets-and-tech/features/the-ten-best-study-gadgets-1806075.html http://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/gadgets-and-tech/features/the-ten-best-study-gadgets-1806075.html ]]> <p> Chosen by James McIrvine </p> Features Wed, 21 Oct 2009 00:00:04 +0100 http://www.independent.co.uk/news/education/education-news/postcode-lottery-still-determines-degree-achievement-1805468.html http://www.independent.co.uk/news/education/education-news/postcode-lottery-still-determines-degree-achievement-1805468.html <p> A “postcode lottery” still determines whether a youngster is likely to get a university degree or not, according to a report out today. </p> Education News Mon, 19 Oct 2009 12:08:03 +0100 http://www.independent.co.uk/student/news/news-in-brief-1773311.html http://www.independent.co.uk/student/news/news-in-brief-1773311.html <p> <b>Tap into the private sector</b> </p> <p> For those business-savvy gappers among you, check out the Deloitte 2010 scholar scheme. It is aimed at school leavers and combines paid work experience and travel opportunities with great prospects for future employment. </p> News Mon, 17 Aug 2009 00:00:01 +0100 http://www.independent.co.uk/student/news/constructive-gap-years-help-students-stand-out-to-employers-and-universities-1773308.html http://www.independent.co.uk/student/news/constructive-gap-years-help-students-stand-out-to-employers-and-universities-1773308.html <p>Some nasty facts are facing the class of 2009. Graduate jobs are thin on the ground – and may continue to be so for years to come. The Bank of Mum and Dad is under pressure, and the yellow brick road to university and a career that will pay off student debt is being questioned. And quite rightly so.</p> News Mon, 17 Aug 2009 00:00:01 +0100