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04 Dec 20236 min10 tops tips to prepare for medical exams
If you’re studying to become a doctor, exams are likely to be a big part of your course. But how can you prepare for them? Read more here.
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27 Nov 20235 minBuying a property as a junior doctor
In this blog, Zarnigar Khan talks us through her experience of finding a mortgage and a property as a junior doctor. Read more now.
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20 Nov 20233 minUnderstanding UK income tax codes
Struggling to understand the UK's income tax code system? From emergency tax codes to contacting HMRC, Ronica Ruparelia explains all.
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13 Nov 20234 minMaking Space and Wesleyan Foundation
In this blog, Jacob Ayre shares his experience of visiting Making Space, a charity supported by the Wesleyan Foundation.
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06 Nov 20238 minMaintaining wellness during exam season
Exam season is tough, but there are a number of strategies you can use to support your psychological wellbeing. Learn more in this blog.
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23 Oct 20234 minTop tips for managing your finances
Here, Rosie Beaumont shares her top tips for managing your finances as a student - from prioritising bills to building a credit score.
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16 Oct 20233 minExploring Scotland through ScotGEM
In this blog, recent ScotGEM graduate, Antonia Ward, shares her experience of exploring Scotland while studying.
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09 Oct 20236 minUsing your strengths to thrive
Mahrukh Khwaja, AKA Mind Ninja, outlines how understanding and using your strengths can help you thrive while studying.
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02 Oct 20234 minHow to diversify your income
Here, Dr Richard Chater talks us through additional employment opportunities you may want to pursue as a medical professional.
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25 Sep 20232 minGoing into fourth year – What you need to know
Here, final year students from Leeds Dental School share their best pieces of advice – from getting organised to asking questions.
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18 Sep 20239 minUnmasking imposter syndrome
In this blog, Mahrukh Khwaja, AKA Mind Ninja, helps us unmask imposter syndrome and move forward with confidence in medicine and dentistry.
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13 Sep 20233 minFive top tips for budgeting at medical school
In this blog, current academic FY2, Zarnigar Khan, shares her five top tips for making your money go further while at medical school.
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04 Sep 202310 minIs it true that time is money?
Here, fifth-year dental student, Connie Yan, shares some easy-to-follow tips to help you become more effective at prioritising tasks.
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29 Aug 20233 minFive top tips for starting FY1
In this blog, Zarnigar Khan shares her top tips for starting FY1 - from making referrals to identifying e-portfolio sign-off opportunities.
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21 Aug 20232 minHard and soft credit checks explained
Here, Ronica Ruparelia talks us through hard and soft credit checks - what they are, how they affect you and how you can affect them.
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14 Aug 20233 minHow to rank foundation programmes
In this blog, Kieran Ferris-Bureau shares some top tips for ranking your foundation programmes. From location to specialty, read more now.
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31 Jul 20233 minYour questions answered…mortgages
In this blog, we sit down with Specialist Mortgage Adviser, Tom Gwilliam, to get answers to some commonly asked questions about mortgages.
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28 Jul 20233 minNavigating the mortgage market
In this article, Iain Stevenson, Head of Dental at Wesleyan Financial Services, gives his expert views on the current UK mortgage market.
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26 Jul 20236 minTop tips for starting FY1
FY1 can be daunting when you're new to working life. Here, Dr Rachel Khaw shares her top tips - from asking questions to getting organised.
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24 Jul 20233 minA day in the life of a cardiology placement student in Malta
In this blog, final year medical student, Tash King, shares her 'day in the life' working on a cardiology placement in Mater Dei, Malta.
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17 Jul 20234 minYour questions answered…first-time buyer mortgages
In this article, we share answers to some of the most frequently asked questions about getting a mortgage as a first-time buyer. Read more.
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28 Jun 20233 minClaiming expenses as a medical doctor
Did you know that once you graduate as a doctor, you can claim back work-related expenses? Dr Kiran Morjaria explains all in this blog.
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21 Jun 20233 minThe differences between undergrad and grad medicine courses
In this blog, medical student Antonia Ward shares the differences and similarities between undergraduate and graduate medicine courses.
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19 Jun 20234 minWithdrawal of self-employment guidance for associates
This article discusses the recent changes in HMRC guidance for determining the employment status of associate dentists.
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14 Jun 20234 minEmergency fund basics
What is an emergency fund, and why is it so important to have one? Dr Richard Chater talks us through everything we need to know.
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07 Jun 20232 minWorking as a graduate dentist in North America
In this blog, Arzoo Shaikh talks us through the requirements you should be aware of if you want to practice dentistry in North America.
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25 May 20233 minTips for surviving university on a tight budget - Vol. 3
Third-year medical student Assya Dimia talks us through her top tips for managing your finances throughout university.
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18 May 20235 minPreparing to buy your first home
In this blog, we talk through everything you need to know about preparing to buy your first home – from mortgages to credit scores.
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11 May 20234 minTips for surviving university on a tight budget - Vol. 2
Medical student Yasmine Wood shares her top tips for working while studying, including ways to save on costs throughout university.
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04 May 20232 minTips for surviving university on a tight budget - Vol. 1
In this blog, third-year medical student Mercedes shares her top tips for what you should and shouldn't be doing when it comes to spending.
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27 Apr 20235 minCredit scores explained
Learn everything you need to know about credit scores in our latest blog – from how they’re used to why they’re important.
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13 Apr 20233 minChoosing the right dental practice for you
Dr Diana Omar shares the key factors to consider when deciding where to work – and the questions you should be asking prospective employers.
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04 Apr 20234 minCharity work as a medical student
In this blog, Thomas White talks us through the work that the Students Working Overseas Trust (SWOT) do – and why it’s so important.
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23 Mar 20233 minLife as an intercalating medical student
In this article, Sarah McCandless talks us through a typical day in the life of an intercalating medical student. Find out more.
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07 Mar 20233 minTaking care of your wellbeing: Navigating stress
In this blog, Sakshi Roy talks us through some effective strategies that medical students can use to manage stress levels and burnout.
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01 Mar 20233 minHow to start saving
Thinking of starting your saving journey? From ways to invest to planning for the short, medium and long term, read more.
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21 Feb 20232 minClaiming expenses as a dentist
In this blog, we spoke to the Singing Dentist, Milad Shadrooh, about the expenses you may be able to claim for when working as a dentist.
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14 Feb 20231 minYour outgoings as an FY1 doctor
In this blog, Dr Kiran Morjaria talks us through the additional outgoings that caught him by surprise when working as an FY1 doctor.
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07 Feb 20232 minThe NHS pension explained
In this article, Dr Kiran Morjaria talks us through how the NHS pension works - from tax relief to investment options for retirement.
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19 Jan 20233 minLife as an associate dentist and part-time locum
In this article, Dr Diana Omar shares her experience of working as an associate dentist and part-time locum.
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19 Jan 20233 minHow to survive your first night shift
Feeling daunted by the idea of your first night shift? From adjusting your sleeping pattern to maintaining your energy levels, read more.
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17 Jan 20233 minSupplementing your basic pay as an FY1 doctor
Looking to earn some extra cash as a junior doctor? In this article, Dr Kiran Morjaria talks us through how to make additional shifts work for you.
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10 Jan 20233 minA day in the life of a third-year dental student
Erika Fernandez talks us through a typical day in the life of a third-year dental student, including what to expect during clinic.
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04 Jan 20233 minA beginner’s guide to investing
Specialist Financial Adviser, Balvinder Thandi, talks us through her top tips for starting your investment journey.
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15 Dec 20222 minPreparing for the real world
Dr Milad Shadrooh, AKA the Singing Dentist, shares his thoughts on how to financially prepare for the real-world post-university.
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13 Dec 20224 minTop tips for saving on everyday purchases
Richard Chater talks us through some top tips to get discounts on everyday products – from Chrome extensions to loyalty cards and coupons.
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09 Dec 20223 minHow final year and DFT differ
Wondering how dental school differs from DFT? Dr Diana Omar talks us through the key differences and how you can prepare.
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08 Dec 20225 minA four-week guide to preparing for the SJT
Dr Danielle Sutherland talks us through how to prepare for the SJT – from practice papers to the day of the exam.
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24 Nov 20225 minTo intercalate or not to intercalate?
Considering intercalation? Medical student Alice Barber shares the pros and cons she experienced when extending her studies for a year.
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15 Nov 20223 minThe hidden costs of being a dentist
Dr Diana Omar talks us through some of the hidden costs associated with being a dentist. From exam fees to equipment costs, read more.
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08 Nov 20224 minChoosing your future career
In this article, Mat Daniel talks us through some of the factors to consider when it comes to choosing a career path in medicine.
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20 Sep 20225 minHow I scored 90% on the SJT
Dr Danielle Sutherland talks us through her top tips for medical students preparing to sit the SJT exam.
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09 Sep 20224 minDealing with your finances
This blog covers advice on understanding your payslips, pensions and financial benefits, as well as how to deal with affordability.
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09 Sep 20222 minHow to budget for your final year
Richard Chater shares top tips for budgeting during your final year of medical school, from app-based solutions to spreadsheets.
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06 Sep 20229 minBreaks and burnout
Do you know how to avoid burnout as a junior doctor? Dr Jinseog Lee tells us everything we need to know.
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06 Sep 20224 minBreaking bad news
In this blog, Dr Ibtisam Hasan talks us through the steps you can take to deliver bad news to patients.
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06 Jul 20225 minA guide to preparing for FY1
Written by those who have been there and experienced it, this blog delves into all the tips and advice you need for transitioning into FY1.
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05 Jul 20223 minA day in the life of a foundation dentist
Dr Diana Omar provides an insight into what to expect when you begin Dental Foundation Training (DFT).
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21 Jun 20223 minThe best apps for medical students
With recommendations from medical professionals across the UK, we’ve discovered some fantastic apps for medical students. Browse the list.
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14 Jun 20223 minMy first patient
Dr Tara Bharadia shares her experience with her first patient of DFT year, from completing complex treatments to building trust.
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27 Apr 20225 minHow I got a mortgage as a final year medical student
Final year medical student, Richard Chater, talks us through his experience of saving for a mortgage - and how he went about doing it.
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29 Mar 20222 minThe best apps for dental students
Browse our list of the best apps available to dental students, selected by a range of working dental professionals from across the UK.
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02 Mar 20224 minLife as an academic foundation doctor
Wondering what it’s like to work as an academic foundation doctor? Dr Cassie Brewer gives us an overview of what a typical week looks like.
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21 Feb 20224 minHow I built up a 999 credit score as a medical student
In this blog, Richard Chater breaks down the steps he took to get a credit score of 999 - from starting early to staying consistent.
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14 Feb 20225 minA day in the life of a fourth year medical student
Fourth year medical student Laura Cowlbeck gives us insight into life on rotation and what a typical day looks like. Read more.
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26 Jan 20226 minThe first steps to getting a mortgage
Looking to step onto the property ladder? In this article, we break down the first steps you can take towards getting a mortgage.
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07 Oct 20213 minHow to choose your deanery
Dr Pooja Devani breaks down the factors to consider when choosing your NHS deanery, including location, academic opportunity and training.
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22 Sep 20215 minWhich specialty should I choose?
Dr Shahd Mobarak talks us through how to start the process of deciding your career path, from ranking jobs to completing taster weeks.
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24 Aug 20213 minHow to avoid burnout
Are you at risk of burnout? In this article, we highlight the symptoms to look out for in burnout, and ways in which you can manage and avoid it.
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24 Aug 20213 minTop five tips for building resilience in FY1
From staying flexible to reflecting on your experiences, we’ve gathered our top five tips for building resilience during your FY1.
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28 Jul 20218 min10 top tips for starting FY1
Dr Rachel Khaw shares her top tips for starting FY1, including how to complete your portfolio and the importance of asking questions.
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29 Jun 20213 minHow much will I get paid as an FY1 in 2021?
Being in medicine isn't all about the money, but it's handy to understand how much you'll earn as an FY1 so you can budget effectively.
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18 Mar 20213 minDental SJT: The solutions
Wondering how you did in the mock dental Situational Judgement Test? Learn the correct course of action to take for each of the scenarios.
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18 Mar 20214 minDental SJT: Practice questions
As a dentist, you'll be expected to act with integrity and handle a range of scenarios. Learn the best course of action in our mock quiz.
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27 Jan 20214 minTop tips for starting FY1 in 2021
Dr Molly Dineen talks us through her experience of entering the frontline during lockdown, including some top tips to manage the transition.
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09 Sep 20203 minIs buying-to-let worth it?
Read about the financial and tax implications around buy-to-let and whether it really is a worthwhile investment.
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08 Jul 20205 minObtaining a mortgage
Getting onto the property ladder is an important step for many, which is why it’s a good idea to prepare for the process as soon as you can.
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08 Jun 20205 minGeneral tips and advice for locuming
From flexible work life balance to gaining clinical experience for your career path, find out everything you need to know about locuming.
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03 Jun 20205 minPractical tips to hit the ground running in DFT
Dental Foundation trainee Dr Nadia Nadim gives advice on the topic of deskilling, with practical tips you can implement now for DFT.
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28 May 20204 minLife as a newly qualified junior doctor
Dr Molly Dineen graduated three months earlier than expected to help fight COVID-19. Here she shares her experiences with us.
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25 Mar 20206 minHow to manage working from home
From starting your day off right to taking regular breaks, we've compiled some top tips to help you manage working from home.
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11 Nov 20193 minMedical SJT: The answers
Find out how you performed in the medical SJT mock questions, from adjusting patient medication to seeking help from senior colleagues.
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11 Nov 20191 minDental SJT: The answers
See how you performed during the dental SJT mock questions, covering patient safety, quality of treatment and how raise issues.
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11 Nov 20195 minDental SJT: Questions you could be asked
In your dental foundation training, you'll be expected to handle a range of scenarios. Complete our dental SJT quiz to help you prepare for the real thing.
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11 Nov 20194 minMedical SJT: The inside scoop
Medical professionalism includes the ability to communicate specialist knowledge easily. Practise with these questions.
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06 Nov 20193 minWhat you need to know for specialty interviews
Find out what’s involved in specialty training selection days and how to prepare for interviews and assessments by reading our blog.
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06 Nov 20193 minTop 10 exam preparation tips
Learn how to begin preparing for medical and dental exams early, including making your revision techniques more effective.
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23 Oct 20195 minAre you ready to choose your deanery?
Learn more about how choosing a deanery will help you in the foundation programme application process.
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23 Sep 20193 minManaging living arrangements in FY1
Learn more about the transition from final year halls to a house for foundation year medical and dental training.
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23 Sep 20194 minHow to manage your finances in your final year
From applying for the NHS bursary to seeking extra financial help, learn more about how to get your finances in check in our blog.
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19 Aug 20193 minNHS or private: Which should you choose?
Wondering what the pros and cons are of working in the NHS or privately? From working hours to rates of pay, read more in our blog.
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19 Jul 20193 minLoan management advice for medical and dental students
From setting budgets to hidden fees, get practical advice on managing your student loan as a medical or dental student in the UK.
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19 Apr 20193 minUndertaking MFDS after BDS
Thinking about further qualifications after completing your dental degree? Dr Manisha Mathi gives us her insight into the MFDS exam.
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22 Nov 20184 minHow to survive your first month as an FY1 doctor
Dr James Glasbey shares a few moments from his first month of FY1, tips which continue to help him out in his most pressured moments.
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20 Nov 20181 minWhat can I claim back from the tax man?
In your foundation year, you may be able to claim tax relief on professional fees and subscriptions to relevant journals. Learn more.
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20 Nov 20184 minFive great tips for starting your foundation year
About to start FY1? In this blog, Dr Michael Monteith shares his top five tips for making your foundation year a success.
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20 Nov 20182 minHow to claim travel expenses and tax refunds
In your dental foundation year, you may be able to claim travel and subsistence expenses for attending approved DFT courses in the UK.
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