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Understanding University, the Ultimate Uni Podcast

University of Essex Outreach Team

Here to help students in school, college or sixth form, teachers, parents, carers and guardians with all the ins and outs of higher education, we talk to current University of Essex students and staff about a range of topics to help prepare you for your future. Register at https://bit.ly/UnderstandingUniversity to receive updates when episodes are released, and use hashtag #UnderstandingUni on Twitter to ask us any questions! To enrol on our Further Studies Preparation Programme (years 10-11) or

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00:19:22

In The Spotlight: Refugee Students

Understanding University, the Ultimate Uni Podcast ·

2023/12/01

For the final of three mini episodes, we speak to Paul, from our Fees and Funding Team. He shares the different financial packages available for students classed as refugees.Our trio of episodes have been funded by our colleagues in Make Happen. Based at the University of Essex, Make Happen are part of the Office for Students’ Uni Connect programme (formerly NCOP). They are one of 29 national partnerships that bring together teachers from schools and colleges, with universities and other

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00:22:57

In The Spotlight: Disability and SEN Support at...

Understanding University, the Ultimate Uni Podcast ·

2023/12/01

In the second we speak to Tracey, an Access & Wellbeing Adviser from our Student Wellbeing and Inclusivity Service (SWIS) who shares more about the systems put in place to support disabled and SEN students during their transition into Higher Education and throughout their time at university. Our trio of episodes have been funded by our colleagues in Make Happen. Based at the University of Essex, Make Happen are part of the Office for Students’ Uni Connect programme

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00:22:57

In The Spotlight: Disability and SEN Support at...

Understanding University, the Ultimate Uni Podcast ·

2023/12/01

In the second we speak to Tracey, an Access & Wellbeing Adviser from our Student Wellbeing and Inclusivity Service (SWIS) who shares more about the systems put in place to support disabled and SEN students during their transition into Higher Education and throughout their time at university. Our trio of episodes have been funded by our colleagues in Make Happen. Based at the University of Essex, Make Happen are part of the Office for Students’ Uni Connect programme (formerly NCOP). They

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00:19:54

In The Spotlight: Care Experienced Students

Understanding University, the Ultimate Uni Podcast ·

2023/12/01

This is the first of 3 bite size episodes focussing on students from particularly underrepresented groups at university. In today’s episode, we speak to Des, an Access & Wellbeing Adviser from our Student Wellbeing and Inclusivity Service (SWIS) about the support available for care-experienced students. Our trio of episodes have been funded by our colleagues in Make Happen. Based at the University of Essex, Make Happen are part of the Office for Students’ Uni Connect

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00:19:54

In The Spotlight: Care Experienced Students

Understanding University, the Ultimate Uni Podcast ·

2023/12/01

This is the first of 3 bite size episodes focussing on students from particularly underrepresented groups at university. In today’s episode, we speak to Des, an Access & Wellbeing Adviser from our Student Wellbeing and Inclusivity Service (SWIS) about the support available for care-experienced students. Our trio of episodes have been funded by our colleagues in Make Happen. Based at the University of Essex, Make Happen are part of the Office for Students’ Uni Connect programme

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00:31:20

Access Your Future

Understanding University, the Ultimate Uni Podcast ·

2022/11/07

Dedicated to adults who are interested in returning to learning, we speak to current adult learner Abi and tutor from ACL Essex Matt, who share their experiences of learning and teaching. Listen to their top tips to succeed and thrive as an adult learner whilst juggling student finance, child-care responsibilities and getting your head around technology and writing essays. #adultlearner #uniconnect #makehappenessex #outreach #itsnottoolate #LifeLongLearnerWeek #university #maturestudent #studying

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00:31:20

Access Your Future

Understanding University, the Ultimate Uni Podcast ·

2022/11/07

Dedicated to adults who are interested in returning to learning, we speak to current adult learner Abi and tutor from ACL Essex Matt, who share their experiences of learning and teaching. Listen to their top tips to succeed and thrive as an adult learner whilst juggling student finance, child-care responsibilities and getting your head around technology and writing essays. #adultlearner #uniconnect #makehappenessex #outreach #itsnottoolate #LifeLongLearnerWeek #university

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00:25:30

Preparing for Higher Education

Understanding University, the Ultimate Uni Podcast ·

2021/11/17

Impatient to shape your future? At Essex, our variety of preparation courses help students get ready for the next stage of their educational journeys. We hear from Sean Duffy, local secondary school teacher, and Erin, a year 13 student, about their experience of the courses, and the importance of students preparing for their futures. Find out today how you can boost your skills through a dedicated preparation course.

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00:25:30

Preparing for Higher Education

Understanding University, the Ultimate Uni Podcast ·

2021/11/17

Impatient to shape your future? At Essex, our variety of preparation courses help students get ready for the next stage of their educational journeys. We hear from Sean Duffy, local secondary school teacher, and Erin, a year 13 student, about their experience of the courses, and the importance of students preparing for their futures. Find out today how you can boost your skills through a dedicated preparation course.

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00:31:42

Studying abroad

Understanding University, the Ultimate Uni Podcast ·

2021/11/10

Many university courses give students the opportunity to study abroad for a year allowing them to experience amazing adventures, meet new people and potentially study in another language. Hear from Farirai Manangazira, Student Recruitment and Marketing Assistant, who spent a year in Spain as part of her studies at the University of Essex. She shares the brilliant experience she had and how you can embark on your own international adventure.

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00:31:42

Studying abroad

Understanding University, the Ultimate Uni Podcast ·

2021/11/10

Many university courses give students the opportunity to study abroad for a year allowing them to experience amazing adventures, meet new people and potentially study in another language. Hear from Farirai Manangazira, Student Recruitment and Marketing Assistant, who spent a year in Spain as part of her studies at the University of Essex. She shares the brilliant experience she had and how you can embark on your own international adventure.

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00:40:47

Mental Health Matters

Understanding University, the Ultimate Uni Podcast ·

2021/11/03

Having positive wellbeing is always important, regardless of what stage of life you are in. Student life has its challenges, so we want to provide you with tips for improving and maintaining your mental health, and knowing what to do if you need a bit of extra help. Thomas shares his role as part of the Student Wellbeing and Inclusivity Service, while Student Ambassadors, Dominika and Karen, discuss their experiences of using the University’s services and support.

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00:40:47

Mental Health Matters

Understanding University, the Ultimate Uni Podcast ·

2021/11/03

Having positive wellbeing is always important, regardless of what stage of life you are in. Student life has its challenges, so we want to provide you with tips for improving and maintaining your mental health, and knowing what to do if you need a bit of extra help. Thomas shares his role as part of the Student Wellbeing and Inclusivity Service, while Student Ambassadors, Dominika and Karen, discuss their experiences of using the University’s services and support.

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00:32:14

Discover your strengths

Understanding University, the Ultimate Uni Podcast ·

2021/10/27

It’s not always easy to determine what we’re good at, but it’s important to appreciate our strengths and weaknesses to help us focus on our goals and write fantastic university or job applications. In this episode we chat to Sarah Kelleway, Outreach Officer at the University of Essex, who has lots of experience working with students to help them succeed. Pick up some tools today to explore and discover your strengths, which will provide you with the confidence boost to initiate

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00:32:14

Discover your strengths

Understanding University, the Ultimate Uni Podcast ·

2021/10/27

It’s not always easy to determine what we’re good at, but it’s important to appreciate our strengths and weaknesses to help us focus on our goals and write fantastic university or job applications. In this episode we chat to Sarah Kelleway, Outreach Officer at the University of Essex, who has lots of experience working with students to help them succeed. Pick up some tools today to explore and discover your strengths, which will provide you with the confidence boost to initiate

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00:32:55

Perfect your personal statement

Understanding University, the Ultimate Uni Podcast ·

2021/10/20

Are you writing a personal statement and not sure where to start? Perry and Jake, from the Essex Make Happen Team, share some top tips on how you can make the best university or job application. Listen to our dos and don’ts, how to structure the statement, and what to include; we’re also thrown back in time as Jake shares snippets of his own personal statement from when he applied for university. Listen now, to help you get started!

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00:32:55

Perfect your personal statement

Understanding University, the Ultimate Uni Podcast ·

2021/10/20

Are you writing a personal statement and not sure where to start? Perry and Jake, from the Essex Make Happen Team, share some top tips on how you can make the best university or job application. Listen to our dos and don’ts, how to structure the statement, and what to include; we’re also thrown back in time as Jake shares snippets of his own personal statement from when he applied for university. Listen now, to help you get started!

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00:29:52

Make the most of an Open Day

Understanding University, the Ultimate Uni Podcast ·

2021/10/14

Open Days are a fantastic opportunity for you to find your university. Recruitment Events Officer, Rosanna, and current student, Diego, provide all their Open Day experience to help you book and attend your own. Find out what to expect, some top tips on how to book, what to wear, who to take with you, and why it's an important part of your university research. Visit Essex: https://www.essex.ac.uk/visit-us

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00:29:52

Make the most of an Open Day

Understanding University, the Ultimate Uni Podcast ·

2021/10/14

Open Days are a fantastic opportunity for you to find your university. Recruitment Events Officer, Rosanna, and current student, Diego, provide all their Open Day experience to help you book and attend your own. Find out what to expect, some top tips on how to book, what to wear, who to take with you, and why it's an important part of your university research. Visit Essex: https://www.essex.ac.uk/visit-us

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00:34:28

Staying home vs. Moving away

Understanding University, the Ultimate Uni Podcast ·

2021/07/07

Most university students’ first experience of moving out is when they go to university but many other students decide to stay at home and commute to their institution instead. Hear from alumni students Ashleigh and Jordan in this week’s episode, as they share their living arrangements and the considerations they had to make. By exploring the lifestyle of a commuter student, and comparing it to a student who lives at university, we hope you’ll be able to better understand the

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