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1. How to write a standout personal statement

   Struggling to write a personal statement to support your university application? Our in-house expert, Andrew Cooper, shows you how to approach this essential document.

2. Students' tips for a social media detox

   We chat with Becca Hope and Julia Harrison about their experiences staying away from social media and discover their top tips on how to let go.

3. Top tips on looking after your mental health during your time at university

   Starting university is a big step and although exciting, it can be a challenge for anyone’s mental wellbeing. Wendy Lavin, LJMU Student Wellbeing Team Leader, is giving her top tips on looking after your mental health during your time at university.

4. Can I afford to go to university?

   Working out how much you can afford can be difficult. Our Money Advice Team are here to help you look after your wallet and your mental health.

5. How to settle into halls as an International student

   Jorge David Capera Holguín an international student from Colombia answers some of the most commonly asked questions about settling into student accommodation.

6. Improvements coming to SpeedGrader this March

   This blog post announces the upcoming upgrade to SpeedGrader in Canvas, going live on 30 March.

7. Clearing – How to get a Clearing offer

   Received your results and they’re not what you expected? Changed your mind about your choice of course? Decided you want to live at home or move somewhere else?

8. How to prevent the deaths of more Vietnamese migrants trying to reach Britain

   It's feared many of the 39 people found dead in a lorry in southeast England were Vietnamese. What else could be done to prevent another such tragedy from happening again?

9. My law field trip to a former prison at Lancaster Castle

   Second year LLB Law student Poppy shares what she learnt away from the lecture theatre about legal history during a visit to Lancaster.

10. Clearing – How to get a Clearing offer 2026

    Received your results and theyre not what you expected? Changed your mind about your choice of course? Decided you want to live at home or move somewhere else? No matter your reasons, LJMU is here to help you prepare for Clearing 2026.