School to Work: 6 Ways to Transition Smoothly

This article delves into the challenges faced by recent graduates in their transition to the professional world, offering strategies for success and personal growth in a competitive job market and demanding workplace environments.

6 Tips for Optimising Scholarship Opportunities

Discover essential tips to enhance your scholarship prospects through meticulous planning and impactful presentation.

5 Questions to Ask at a Scholarship Fair

Learn how to navigate scholarship opportunities effectively by asking the right questions at events like the BrightSparks Virtual Fair. Gain insights into eligibility, application process, selection criteria, and scholarship value to shape your educational future.

5 Things to Consider When Applying for Scholarships

Scholarships provide life-changing financial aid. As such, applying for one needs to be an endeavour that’s handled with care and plenty of forethought. Read on to learn about the five essential things applicants need to take into account.

How to Submit a Stand-Out Scholarship Application

With the sheer volume of scholarship applications being sent out, standing out is vital. We provide you with some tips to craft an impressive application.

Acing Common Interview Questions

One of the crucial parts of a scholarship application process is the interview stage. While it can often seem daunting at the start, one of the best ways you can prepare for it is to research common interview questions.

How to Avoid These Common Scholarship Pitfalls

Scholarships can be a great way to fund your education, however, making mistakes during your application can hinder your chances of a successful scholarship application

Tips for Choosing your University

Tips for Choosing your University

Top Tips for the Scholarship Interview

You’ve scored an interview. Don’t screw it up. Here are some tips to help you land a scholarship.

Note These Things when Studying with Music

If your study habits comprise plugging in to music of any kind, take note of the following things to maximise your study experience.

Studying in a Group – Boon or Bane?

We lay out some pros and cons of group study sessions.

3 Things to Do Before Studying Overseas

Excited to be pursuing an education overseas? We’re excited for you too! But while you are brimming with excitement, pace yourself as you make preparations for your education abroad. Here are 3 out of the many things to do before you go.

Teachers’ Day Special: How to Show Our Appreciation to Teachers

Teachers’ Day is in a couple of weeks! Here are some ideas you can consider adopting to express your gratitude to your teachers.

Things to Do As a Singaporean Student in the UK

Hoping to maximise your student experience in the UK? Be sure to do the following.

3 Things You Can Do After an Unsuccessful Scholarship Application

Feeling disheartened? Snap out of it! Here are some things you can do after an unsuccessful scholarship application.

Using Setbacks as a Springboard to Greater Achievements

Don’t be disheartened by a failed scholarship attempt – take heart from and employ these tips to move forward!

Secrets to Choosing Between Multiple Scholarships

Some tips to narrow your scholarship options down when you’re spoilt for choice.

How to Make Your Mark at your Scholarship Interview

Some tips as you prepare yourself for your scholarship interview!

Help! How Do I De-stress?

Some tips to help you de-stress and study better!

Polytechnic ‘Freshies’: 5 Ways to Start the Semester Right

Some advice from us before you go on to begin the next stage of your academic journey: Polytechnic.

7 Scholar Qualities that Organisations Look For

You need more than just intellectual prowess to prove your ability to add value!

'A' Level Results Release Special - Hwa Chong

Hear from two brilliant Hwa Chong graduates Zane and Peixuan!

How to Prepare Yourself for the BrightSparks Fair

Be sure to do these things on the days leading up to the fair!

Things to Prepare for When Applying for Scholarships

Note the things required of you in order to complete your scholarship application!

Why I Might Have a Good Chance at Scholarships as a Poly Student

As a Polytechnic student, use your unique experiences as leverage as you make scholarship applications!

Why It Pays to Be Active in CCAs

Many of us fail to realise how beneficial CCAs are to our future scholarship and career prospects. Read on to find out why it pays to be an active CCA member.

5 Misconceptions About Scholarships

Only straight 'A' students become scholars? Wrong! Let’s look at 5 major misconceptions about scholarships.

Should I Apply for Multiple Scholarships?

Increase your chances of securing a scholarship by making multiple applications.

How to Prepare Yourself for the BrightSparks Fair

Be sure to do these things on the days leading up to the fair!

Answering Common Interview Questions

We bring you some tips on how to answer the six most commonly-asked questions during scholarship interviews!

A Scholarship in the Education Sector

We unravel the pros and cons of a teaching scholarship and career, and lay them down for you.

How to Appeal After a Rejected Scholarship Application

It is only natural to feel devastated after a rejected application. However, it will be worth your time to give your application a second shot given the irrefutable benefits of a scholarship.

Should I Still Participate in CCAs After Securing A Scholarship?

We tell you why it is important to participate in CCAs even after you have secured a scholarship!

Picking a Scholarship in the Civil Service

Been considering a scholarship in the civil service for a while now? Make a difference to Singapore and her people today.

Don’t Pursue a Scholarship for the Wrong Reasons

Thinking about pursuing a scholarship? Here are a few things you have to keep in mind before moving forward.

Scholarships in the Public vs. Private Sector

We explore the differences between the public and private sectors to help you make a more informed scholarship decision.

Applying for a Scholarship Twice

Applying for the same scholarship again takes courage – we tell you how to make the most of this second chance.

Mentors are Vital for Scholars

Find out how the mentor-mentee relationship can be beneficial for both parties – and for the organisation too!

Kick-start Your Career with a University of London Education!

Find out how UOL graduate Nicholas Gerard launched his exciting and fast-paced career with start-up venture Peatix.

How Can Scholarship Providers Engage Polytechnic Graduates?

With the increasing caliber of polytechnic graduates, scholarship providers can do more in engaging these would-be scholars – find out more here!

What Makes Scholars Stay On Beyond Their Bonds

We examine how the benefits of a scholarship can lead a scholar to go on to establish a long-term career with the scholarship provider.

Why Scholarship Providers Shouldn’t Engage Only Top Scorers

Top scorers don’t necessarily make the best scholars. Scholarship providers should look beyond the top tier of a cohort in their search for those with the passion, capability and desire to serve

Dealing with the Pressures of Being a Scholar

As a scholar, you can hardly be blamed for finding it pressuring to fulfil all the expectations placed on you. Here’s how you can manage the stress and even thrive!

ESSEC Global BBA – next intake in Singapore (Sept 2015)

With partnering institutions in Germany, Russia and Spain, the ESSEC Global BBA is your gateway to a truly international education – find out more here!

What Makes a Scholar

What really makes a scholar? We tell you what we’ve picked up from our many interviews with them!

Standing Out at the Scholarship Assessment Centre

Need to prepare for your interview at the Scholarship Assessment Centre but don’t know where to start? We offer you some useful tips.

Managing Your Finances as a Scholar

As a scholar, find out how astute management of your finances will pay off for you in the long run.

Applying for a Mid-Term Scholarship

Find out how a mid-term scholarship can be as viable for you as a full-term scholarship!

Acing that Scholarship Interview

Scholarship interviews can be nerve-wracking – find out how you can tackle them properly and ace that interview.

The Power of the Portfolio

Discover how a well-constructed personal portfolio can be invaluable for marketing yourself to a scholarship provider (and potentially your future employer).

Why It Is Important to Know Yourself

We tell you why it’s important to sit down and do some introspection if you want to keep going strong as a scholar

How a Scholarship Aids Your Long-Term Career Opportunities

Find out how a scholarship provides more than just financial support for your studies and a job after graduating.

Choosing Between Multiple Scholarship Offers

Choosing between multiple scholarship offers can be tricky – here are some things you should take note of.

What Every Scholarship Applicant Should Know

Aspiring scholars – it’s important to understand these considerations if you want to find greater fulfilment in your scholarship journey!