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What’s the point of literary theory?
When I consider how helpful studying literary theory is, I am often left scratching my... Read more
Best books to read 2017
The summer holidays are a perfect time to focus on the reading that you want to do, ra... Read more
What should I study at university?
Choosing what to study at university can be really tricky because there are so many op... Read more
Are we really made of stardust?
Probably at some point during your life you’ve heard the phrase, “We’re made of ... Read more
The MyTutor Guide to Politics
Politics. Everyone’s been talking about it recently. We’ve heard words and phrases... Read more
Why I chose to study Marine Chemistry
Eleven years ago my mum showed me a documentary. A documentary that would wind up R... Read more
Three things you might not have considered (but really should) when choosing a university
So school is slowly coming to a close, exams are on the horizon and you’ve fiiiinall... Read more
Circle theorems: Where do they come from?
In my opinion, the most important shape in maths is the circle. It’s so simple to un... Read more
Trigonometry and its applications in real life
Are you looking to apply what you learn in the classroom to the real world? Trigonomet... Read more
Linguistics – what on earth is it and why might you want to study it?
Whenever I get asked what I study at university, I brace myself for the inevitable que... Read more
6 smart ways to approach your exams
When you’re in an exam it can feel like the weight of the world is on your shoul... Read more
The Extraordinary and Questionable Case of Phineas Gage
The Extraordinary and Questionable Case of Phineas Gage The weird ones are always the ... Read more
