Why Jacob was bowled over by his UK study experience
Cricket mad cybercrime student Jacob Oskam has just spent a year studying in the UK as part of a unique dual degree program. He says it's the best thing he's ever done.
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Two countries, two degrees, one subject
If you're thinking about university study and the idea of spending time overseas sounds appealing, this might just be the ticket. You'll even graduate in less time.
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What if you could take something that you love doing, bundle it up with your previous uni qualification, and study a course that changes your world?
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