Going to university after the COVID-19 pandemic: What to expect
Will university be different as a result of the pandemic? Here, we help you to prepare for the potential changes you’ll experience.
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How to improve your creativity and problem-solving skills
Find out how you can harness your creativity and how it can help boost your productivity in the workplace, as well as enhance your problem-solving skills.
Choosing a degree and preparing for UCAS – the basics
We help you with how to choose a degree, explore what your options are, and how you can start preparing for your UCAS application.
Is eating meat bad for the environment?
We take a look at whether eating meat is bad for you or the environment and how you can make your diet more sustainable.
How to take care of your mental health: 10 effective tips
Find out how to take care of your mental wellbeing with these tried and tested tips for mental health first aid.
SEO guide 2021: Everything you need to know
In this article, we provide you with an overview of SEO, how it works, and how you can implement it in your own digital marketing strategy.
Everything you need to know about blended learning
We take a closer look at blended learning, exploring what it is, the different models, and the advantages and disadvantages it brings.
What is imposter syndrome, and how can you deal with it?
Most people have experienced feeling like an imposter at some point in their lives, so here we explore the causes of these feelings and how they can be prevented.
Gratitude and happiness: the importance of being grateful
Discover how the simple practise of gratitude can bring a host of different benefits to your life as we explore the importance of being grateful.
What does sustainability mean?
Sustainability is a hot topic right now. But what does it really mean, and which parts should you be paying attention to? Here, we discuss what it means to be …
How to build effective communication and teamwork skills
In our first blog post about learning essential soft skills, we discuss the importance of communication skills and teamwork, and provide you with tips on how to work on these …
Inspirational women of 2020
As we celebrate International Women’s Day, we remember 12 women who have inspired us over the past year with their minds, words and actions.
Women in Tech – A FutureLearn Perspective
To celebrate International Women’s Day, we look at the current landscape for women in tech, how the tech industry can be better for women, and why FutureLearn is different from …
What is anxiety, and how can you deal with it?
In this article, we provide you with all the information you need to be aware of anxiety, notice symptoms and find ways to improve your mental health.
Communication in health care: How to have conversations that could save lives
Discover how to have conversations about cancer and how talking about cancer can potentially save lives, with Cancer Research UK.