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Here at Lanterna we are always looking for new people to join our team of tutors! Our organisation is made up of high achieving, recent IB graduates who are passionate about improving the lives and education of young people around the world. In this blog post we will explore the reasons why becoming a tutor…
Canada is a popular destination for IB graduates. With a wide array of top universities and an enviable way of life, more and more graduates are heading to study there. Want to become an expert on how to apply to university in Canada? Read on! Choosing your University The first step in applying to Canada…
The US and UK have long been thought of as the ‘best’ places to go to university as an international school student because of their top-of-the-line higher education in English. However, with US tuition prices forever increasing and Brexit uncertainty in the UK, more and more students are beginning to look elsewhere when choosing their…
Some of the most prestigious universities in the world can be found in the US, and after completing the IB Diploma you have all the chances in the world to be accepted into some top US universities! The process of how to apply to university in the US may seem like a daunting one, and…
Are you thinking about your post-IB plans yet? It’s never too early to start considering what you might be interested in doing after you finish the IB Diploma! Applying to universities is not something that will happen overnight – it requires you to do your research, take your time, and prepare thoroughly. For many it…
There’s no way around it, interviews are always intimidating. But as it’s the final stage of the UK Medical School application process, you should be very proud of yourself for getting this far! Going into your medicine interviews with the correct preparation will maximise your chances of nailing it. Medical Schools use two different interview…
It’s a crucial aspect of the application process, but the medicine personal statement is often tricky to get right. Being asked to neatly condense the reasoning behind your medical application and convince the admissions officers of your suitability is no easy feat. But just remember that the personal statement is well within your control. Unlike…
There are two Medicine admissions tests: University Clinical Aptitude Test (UCAT) and the BioMedical Admissions Test (BMAT). Both are designed to examine how well suited you are to a career in Medicine. As I’m sure you’re aware, becoming a successful medic is a lot more than a strong academic record. There are other practical skills…
Applying to study Medicine at a UK university? This blog series will provide helpful pointers to guide you through what can be a lengthy and challenging process. Now I’m through it myself (at the end of my gap year), I can look back at my experience with (semi!)-fond memories. Having received offers from all of…
Following on from last week’s blog on how to write a killer Personal Statement, today I want to talk about another important stage of the university application process: university open days. When deciding where to apply for further study, open days can be a great way to immerse yourself in a specific university environment. Visiting…