Students seeking government funding will only qualify under the following conditions.

Government has made funding available for young people to pursue a higher education, but only those who qualify will be able to receive financial aid.

With so many unemployed young people and out-of-work professionals striving to find gainful employment, there is no doubt this question has left a large percentage of the population feeling frustrated and disillusioned. Sales strategist Jill Konrath talks about what modern-day employers - operating in environments that are fast, technologically orientated and highly competitive – look for in a potential candidate.

If you are unemployed, with no qualifications, no work experience and nowhere to turn don’t despair there are a number of actions that will lead you to the job of your dreams, but be prepared to make a few changes and break out of your mould.

How do you manage your time? When you say yes to one activity and no to another, you’re actually voting with your time. We have 24 hours in a day, so time seems a limited commodity. But that’s 86 400 seconds – loads of valuable time in fact. Author Tim Ferris in his book “4 Hour Work Week” guides us in the 80/20 principle towards focussing on the important things in life in a practical way.

The first day of any new job is arguably the most nerve-wracking time during the employment period. Being in an unfamiliar place, surrounded by new faces and receiving new tasks can be overwhelming. Making a good first impression in this situation can seem almost impossible, but here are some tips for dealing with day-one office jitters.

Whether you are unemployed or have a full-time job, volunteering can open the door to a more fulfilling life. Most of us spend our time in the pursuit of what we can get but here are some compelling reasons to donate your time and energy to a worthy cause.

The business degree is a classic choice for students entering higher education but what can you actually do with this qualification?

Whether you are conducting a search for your first job or as a more seasoned candidate, it is a process requiring patience, perseverance and proactive strategies.

Does the idea of spending your day analysing information and designing solutions excite you? A career in engineering can be challenging but also extremely rewarding. Find out what you need to enter the engineering profession and what to expect once you get there.