Prepare for university: key dates not to be missed

To give yourself enough time to put together a high-quality application, we recommend that you start working on the various letters and documents as early as the beginning of the new academic year in September, i.e., 4 months before the deadlines. The objective being to apply before Christmas. Key dates to remember: Evidently, this means…

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Alternatives to Baccalaureate or Maturità

There are many high school qualifications, apart from the usual Baccalaureate or Maturità, that can open the door to higher education. Every child has different talents and interests. Some may find greater success and satisfaction in subjects other than those covered by the diplomas mentioned above. The important is to find a path that matches…

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EDUCOM’s advice on writing a good Personal Statement

It’s not uncommon to find yourself staring at a blank Word document, racking your brains for something original and punchy to write about yourself. We wish we could tell you “Don’t worry, it’s not that important…”, but it is. The Personal Statement is the centrepiece of your application file, the key to landing the interview…

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Finding meaning in your studies: how do you make the right choice?

Paul dreams of going to Oxford, Mathilde’s father wants his daughter to study at Yale, Sophie’s grandfather studied at HEC Paris… Every student is different: their academic background, the beliefs of their entourage, the specialities they choose, their individuality: whether they are sporty or city dwellers, academic or more practical, there is a university to…

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