Relocate Global Guide to Education and Schools in the UK 2019/20

Understanding the new AS and A Levels

Highly regarded by employers and global businesses, AS Levels and A Levels are widely accepted qualifications for university admission but over the past few years, they have undergone significant reform. We take a look at what it means to study the ‘new’ qualifications.

Relocate Global Guide to Education and Schools in the UK 2019/20

Why employers value BTEC Diplomas

An alternative to GCSE and A Level, the BTEC Diploma is becoming a popular choice. We examine what the qualification involves and why employers are recognising it as a valuable qualification.

Relocate Global Guide to Education and Schools in the UK 2019/20

The Cambridge Pre-U: an alternative to A Levels

The Cambridge Pre-U has been designed to provide students with the in-depth understanding and skills needed for university entrance. Although relatively new, it is already recognised across the world.

Relocate Global Guide to Education and Schools in the UK 2019/20

GCSEs explained: examining the changes

GCSEs are widely regarded internationally as the gold-standard qualification for students aged 14–16. As the UK government continues to push through reforms to drive up standards, we take a look at current developments.

Relocate Global Guide to Education and Schools in the UK 2019/20

Training on the job with an NVQ qualification: the benefits

NVQs are designed to test a student’s abilities in the workplace and provide a flexible route to becoming qualified in a particular profession. We look at the benefits for the student and employer.

Relocate Global Guide to Education and Schools in the UK 2019/20

Qualifications and education in Northern Ireland

The education system in Northern Ireland differs from other systems that are available in the UK, but is most similar to the Welsh system. We find out what you can expect from the school system there.

Relocate Global Guide to Education and Schools in the UK 2019/20

Qualifications and education in Scotland

Scotland’s education system is very different to the education systems of other countries in the UK and has gone through a period of major reform. We look at the Curriculum for Excellence in its bid to aid student progression into Higher Education.

Relocate Global Guide to Education and Schools in the UK 2019/20

Qualifications and education in Wales

The Welsh education system has many similarities to the English system, but there are some important differences. We explore new developments to the curriculum, which will be fully rolled out by 2021.

ACT test for US students explained

What is the ACT and how is the ACT scored? Relocate takes a look at this national college admissions examination in the United States.

Advanced Placement – an alternative pathway to US college admissions

What is the Advanced Placement (AP) and how is the AP scored? Relocate takes a look at this alternative from the College Board to the SAT tests for pupils entering higher education in the United States and abroad.

K-12 Curriculum and pupil assessment

What is the K-12 system and how are pupils assessed along the way? Relocate takes a look at how the US education system differs from other countries around the world.

The new 2016 SAT test – what are the changes?

What is the SAT and how is the SAT scored? Relocate takes a look at this US college admissions test from the College Board and the changes that have come into effect with the new 2016 SAT.

Eight things to bear in mind when choosing a university for your globally mobile teen

Here are the considerations that a parent and young adult need to think through particularly when choosing to study at a university in a country where your family is not currently living.

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International universities make the grade

International university league tables are still dominated by the UK and the US, but tertiary institutions from Asia to Australia are increasingly offering a quality alternative. Marianne Curphey reports.

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The Global Nomad’s Guide to University Transition

The Global Nomad’s Guide to University Transition

Tina L. Quick explores in her second edition how starting college in a new country is exciting, but it doesn’t have to be overwhelming.

Think Global People Spring 2022 issue out now

Think Global People Spring 2022 issue – Out Now!

Think Global People presents a new perspective on global leadership, talent mobility and education for life. In this issue, as employees return to the workplace, we share a wealth of knowledge addressing the new world of work.

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School insights for parents around the world

Parents need as much information as possible to make decisions about the future and their children’s education during the admissions cycle. We have produced a series of high impact webinars which answer questions on curriculum, admissions, early learning, learning differences, virtual schools and transition care, explains Fiona Murchie.

Introduction to the International Education & Schools’ Fair

Welcome to the Great International Education & Schools' Fair.

Enter the 2022 Think Global People and Relocate Awards

Think Global People Awards: Global Mobility, Leadership and Education with a spotlight on wellbeing

Fiona Murchie explains how the Think Global People Awards have evolved for 2022 to showcase the inspiring people working across global mobility, global leadership and education who are delivering excellence and innovation.

Think Global People Winter 2021-2022 issue – out now!

Our Winter issue is packed with insights as employers around the world support their people to move forward with focus into 2022. Read the articles below, or access the digital issue.

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The Great International Education and School’s Fair returns!

Relocate Global’s hugely popular Great International Education and Schools’ Fair is back to complement the traditional start of the schools’ admission cycle.

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Introducing global citizenship in early-years with a really good read

International transitions impact every family member, including the very youngest. Fiona Murchie talks to author and early-years expert Carmen Powell to find out how reading can help.

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Education and schools guidance for parents' decision making

What you need to know about school and family transitions in the Covid world

International family transitions in a post-Covid world

This new webinar, part of the Great International Education and Schools Fair, sees certified education transitions coach Aleka Bilan of SPAN and Fiona Murchie discuss how every family member can have a happy landing.

The Relocate Global Coronavirus (Covid-19) resource centre

The Relocate Global Coronavirus (COVID-19) resource centre - with articles designed to help employers and employees amidst this worldwide crisis and with links to trusted resources.

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The Great Education & Schools' Fair webinar playlists

Catch up on all of the videos from The Great Education & Schools' Fair.

Catch up on all of the videos from The Great Education & Schools' Fair.

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Pandemic not dimmed the appeal of overseas higher education

International education programmes and qualifications body, Cambridge International, has just released findings from its latest annual Destinations Survey.

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Admissions mean business

As the admissions cycle for 2022/23 begins, we show why, taking a look at outstanding approaches to admissions and advancement from entries shortlisted in the Relocate Awards.

The power of celebration: learning from the Relocate awards

This year’s Relocate awards offer a number of valuable lessons for all those involved managing people and global mobility. Dr Sue Shortland, head judge of the Relocate awards, reflects on some of the key lessons learned from the 2021 awards.