This is the ultimate list of stationery perfect for lectures - Debut

This is the ultimate list of stationery perfect for lectures - Debut Yes, we may live in an increasingly digital world. But everybody knows you learn more when you write your notes down rather than typing them out, so why reinvent the wheel? We put together a list of our absolute favourite note-taking weapons, perfect to bring to your 9am lectures. And yeah, were not afraid of a little glitter. 1. This Adult Status Achieved notepad Apparently, if you cross three things off, you achieve your adult status. Were down if only actual adulting was this easy. By seaandlake, £6.17   2. These city landmark bookmarks Trust us, youll need these when your professors start jumping all over the textbook during your lectures. By Another Studio, £6.95 3. Gold and silver washi tape Because you definitely need to highlight your name in gold. How else will you set your notepad apart from the rest? By Papermash, £2.50 4.  This streamlined bullet pen Its so shiny. By Nest, £5 5.  These grammatically correct pencil set No more excuses for mixing up your and youre with these babies. By Newton and the Apple, £6.50 6.  A  floral desk pad for your weekly to-do list Organised, all seven days of the week. By Papermash, £8 7. This beautifully simple A5 academic diary Such clean lines. Such beauty. Such elegance. By Muji, £6.25 8. A brain dump notepad Because sometimes you just need a space for all of your completely random thoughts. Write first, edit later. By Knock Knock, £6. 9. A notebook for your rainy day ideas Knowing English weather, youll need this. By Newton and the Apple, £3.95 10. These Gotta risk it to get the biscuit pencils Because everyone knows. You gotta risk it to get the biscuit. By Earmark, £5.40 11. Translucent sticky notes These are genius and you cant tell us otherwise. By SUCK UK, £3 12. Herb sprout pencils that you can plant after use By  Fancyus, £6.99 Theres something truly lovely about being able to literally plant your thoughts. 13. These lovely tessellating erasers I mean, youre bound to make a few spelling errors, why not fix them in style? By MightyPaperShop, £1.30 14. A pencil case so beautiful it almost makes you want to cry I mean, look at them. By Stickerstack, £12 15. These super pigmented twin coloured pens Double the ends, double the fun. By DubuDomo, £9.65 for five pens 16. Ombré check lists Youll get a guaranteed increase in productivity with these beauties. By DubuDomo , £4.47 Feature image © Alejandro Escamilla    via Unsplash Follow Brenda on Twitter @brendaisarebel Connect with Debut on Facebook and Twitter

UKCAT Preparation and UKCAT Tips - How2Become

UKCAT Preparation and UKCAT Tips - How2Become What is the UKCAT?  The UKCAT, or UK Clinical Aptitude Test is used to aid the selection process in medicine and dentistry in the United Kingdom. In this blog we will be looking at the UKCAT registration process, what the test is made up of, how it is assessed and UKCAT preparation and revision tips.UKCAT are a charity who are looked after by a consortium of universities who use the tests to differentiate between students who wish to gain a place on a medicine or dentistry course with them.The group was set up in response to growing difficulties in being able to select from high numbers of top achieving students.The UKCAT say they are committed to fairness and making sure that under represented social groups have a fair chance of embarking on a medicine or dentistry course.It aims to test certain behaviours and characteristics in students which make them well suited to these industries long term. These are the kind of things that are not tested in academic examinations. It therefore gives these universities an extra insight into which students would be better suited to their highly popular courses when they have a large volume of applicants with top grades.  How and when do I register for the UKCAT?  UCKAT registration 2017 opens on the 2nd May and closes on the 19th September. Candidates can book their tests up to midday on the 2nd of October. The UKCAT test will take place between the 3rd of July and the 3rd of October 2017.The test is delivered by Pearson VUE; you can go to their site in order to register for the UKCAT.Candidates will also need to fill out a UKCAT registration questionnaire. Once you have done this, you will receive an e-mail containing a link to book your UKCAT test. You will be able to choose from a selection of UKCAT test centres.You will need to book either the standard test or the UKCATSEN (UK Clinical Aptitude Test for Special Educational Needs). If you book the UKCATSEN you will be allowed extra time in relation to your medical condit ion or disability.People wishing to take the UKCAT are recommended to register and book the test as soon as possible to make sure they get a place at a local test centre.  What is involved in the UKCAT?  The standard UKCAT test is two hours long, and the UKCATSEN is 150 minutes. It is taken on a computer in a multiple choice format. It is made up of five tests, which are split down as follows:Verbal Reasoning (22 minutes, SEN 27.5 minutes)Decision Making (32 minutes, SEN 40 minutes)Quantitative Reasoning (25 minutes, SEN 31.25 minutes)Abstract Reasoning (14 minutes, SEN 17.5 minutes)Situational Judgement (27 minutes, SEN 33.75 minutes)These tests are designed to test a whole range of mental abilities that medical and dental colleges place value on.  How is the UKCAT assessed?  The verbal reasoning, decision making, quantitative reasoning and abstract reasoning sections are all marked in the same way. The number of correct answers a candidate gives are counted, with no marks deducted for incorrect answers.With the situational judgement test, you are awarded full marks if your response matches the correct answer and some marks if you are partly correct. There are also no marks deducted for incorrect answers.A total score is calculated by summing the individual scores together for the first four sections.The situational judgement test results will be given in bands, with band 1 being the highest.Candidates will receive their results at the end of the test.  How to Prepare for the UKCAT  On the UKCAT website you can find a UKCAT plan which gives advice and tips for how to prepare from 4 weeks before right up to the day of the exam itself.There is also some interactive tutorials and questions on the website to help you get some UKCAT revision and practice.Have a look at our online verbal reasoning tests to help you prepare for the first section of the UKCAT. You could also check out our guide on how to pass verbal reasoning tests.You could also check out our blog o n critical thinking test tips, which will give advice on the type of reasoning that will be required of you in the UKCAT tests.  Top Tips for UKCAT revision  Use the practice tests to get an idea of the kind of pace you should be working at, as many people do not manage to complete all the questions in the allotted time. Make sure you answer every question.For the verbal reasoning tests, you will likely not be familiar with the content that is shown to you. It is a good idea to practice the types of questions (like those we have recommended above) however be prepared to have to interpret new information.Brush up on your mathematical skills to help you with the exam in general. You are very likely to be required to make use of your numerical abilities at some point.If you are finding a question difficult to answer, try to eliminate answers you know to be wrong or you think are very likely to be wrong. This will increase your chance of being able to find the correct answer.We wish you the best of luck in your UKCAT or UKCATSEN exams! This entry was posted in Education, Revision. Bookmark the permalink. Katie Reeves Police Inspector Eligibility Criteria: Direct EntryBMAT Preparation â€" Everything You Need to Know About BMAT

How to Write a Summary For a Resume

How to Write a Summary For a ResumeWriting a summary for a resume is a difficult task. This is because the task is one that does not come naturally to a resume writer. A resume is a summary of the skills and abilities that you have to offer, as well as your experience and education. Therefore, a summary must reflect what you want your readers to know, and what they need to know about you.The first thing that people are likely to notice when reading your resume is the job title. A job title is important and should be strong. It should convey to the reader what type of career your are looking for. For example, if you are looking for a job as a project manager, your job title should mention that. Your resume should highlight your ability to work with others and give a sense of who you are in the hopes that a potential employer will be interested in hiring you.The next thing that you should include on your resume is a description of your years experience. A career overview, or summary of your year's experience should explain what your year's experience has been, how long you have been in your current job, and why you think you would make a good match for a particular position. In addition, your summary should describe what you have been doing in your current job. You should mention any leadership positions that you have held, and how you can help to lead others to success. You can include some personal information about yourself, but avoid saying things like, 'I am a great worker.'Summary for a resume is often one of the last documents that an employer will review. This is why it is vital that you are careful with your choice of words and the format in which you include your summary. There are several important points to remember when creating a summary for a resume. Keep in mind that you are outlining a piece of paper, so you want to make sure that you do not try to do too much. Remember that the only thing more important than your experience, is your resume.Just as important as the use of words and structure, is the way that you format your summary. You should consider how your reader will view the document. You should not just write about your own experiences. Instead, it should show how your resume highlights your strengths and accomplishments.Finally, you should include your contact information on your resume. This is so that the employer knows that they can contact you if they have any questions or concerns. Again, do not overdo this. However, if you do include your phone number, then it is a good idea to put it right on the first page of your resume.Summary for a resume can make or break the potential employer. By taking the time to carefully format and write a summary for a resume, you will make sure that you land the job that you have always wanted.