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Stepping Out of Your Comfort Zone in Higher Education

Stepping Out of Your Comfort Zone in Higher Education

24th March 2020

Fiona is originally from Derbyshire, but moved to Sheffield to study Primary Education at Sheffield Hallam University. She specialised in international studies, completing a month-long placement in a township school in Port Elizabeth, South Africa. She now works for Hepp as a Higher Education Engagement Assistant. Feeling unsure about university It’s easy to assume that […]

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Categories: Graduate Interns. Topics: Benefits of HE and Student Life.


Choosing Your Degree

Choosing Your Degree

3rd December 2019

Morgan is 20 years old and in her third year of an English Literature degree at the University of Sheffield. When she’s not studying, she spends her time getting involved in various societies, including Forge Radio and the student-run Film Unit cinema. When it’s time to choose a higher education course, many students already have […]

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Categories: Student Ambassadors. Topics: Choices & Pathways.


Assessment Types in Higher Education

Assessment Types in Higher Education

1st November 2019

Jack is from West Sussex and studied Physical & Sport Education at St Mary’s University, Twickenham. During his degree, Jack got involved with a range of additional activities, which included volunteering in schools, working in the childcare industry and helping to organise events for local children.  Upon completing his degree, Jack started work as a […]

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Categories: Graduate Interns.


Studying as a Degree Apprentice

Studying as a Degree Apprentice

16th September 2019

Jabir is 23 years old and in the second year of a FDEng Electrical/Electronic Engineering degree apprenticeship at Sheffield Hallam University. As part of his course, he is employed at SIA Abrafoam in Alfreton. Jabir is originally from Eritrea, grew up in Norway and moved to Sheffield at the age of 15 in 2012. Introduction […]

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Categories: Student Ambassadors.


Studying for a Degree in a College

Studying for a Degree in a College

18th July 2019

Nick is currently studying Graphic Design at Sheffield College, Hillsborough Campus. He is about to start his fifth year, having spent two years completing his level 3 qualifications and two years studying for his degree-level qualification. Nick’s graphic design work has been recognised by local employers and he has recently been offered a full-time role […]

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Categories: Student Ambassadors.

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