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Following her degree in French and Hispanic Studies, Nikki White is now a freelance translator. She works for many different clients, through agencies and also private companies, and is based in Barcelona but work with clients from all over the world.

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Currently a third year student studying LLB Law with English Law, Maria recently took part in CMS' First Steps programme. Here she answers our questions about her experience and gives us some advice for students looking to gain some experience whilst at university.  

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Are you a #NewYearNewMe type of a person? Or maybe you have already given up on your resolutions because of a blunder?

As the new year (and decade) have begun, many of us – if not the majority – have come up with things to change in our lives. However,…

Konrad has secured himself a graduate job working as a Corporate Operations Engineer in Google London, and will be start in Spring 2020. Here he tells us about his path to employment and what you need to do to land your dream job. 

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Are you bored with your daily routines? Or do you just want to have a little break from your study? Here are some of the best places to go for an exciting escapade in Aberdeenshire!

Bullers of Buchan

For nature lovers, Bullers of Buchan is a must visit. The…

Everyone constantly talks about the importance of extra-curricular activities, even before we arrive at university. But why are extra-curricular activities so important for everyday life? 

This blog will look at practical examples from current students and alumni of the University of Aberdeen which should show you how extra-curricular activities can…

Exams and essays are over! It means Christmas is near Wahoo!! Do you already have plans over Christmas? Perhaps you’re going somewhere with your family and friends? Or staying at home and watching tons of movies? No matter what your plans are for the holidays, these are some additional tips to…

It’s that time of the year again (no, it’s still not Christmas, ha!).

I’m talking about exam season!

Whether you like it or not, exams are just around the corner.

In other words, your palms are perhaps getting sweaty and your heart is racing like crazy…

Student Content Creator Sofia Klemola talks us through making halls your home!

The term is coming to an end which means that the only thing standing between you and some well-deserved time off is the exam period. It might be tempting, or maybe even feel necessary, to neglect your mental health during these few weeks so that you can fully focus on…