to affect the rest of your life[əˈfekt ðə rest əv jɔː laɪf]
to have a lasting influence on everything that happens to you in the years ahead
ExamplesThe subjects you pick now can affect the rest of your life.One wrong decision at 18 won't necessarily affect the rest of your life.
Word tagsphraseverblifeB2
to choose a good balance[ˈtʃuːz ə ɡʊd ˈbæləns]
to find a sensible mix between two or more things that compete for your time or energy
Synonymsstrike a balance
ExamplesIt's hard to choose a good balance between studying and having a social life.
Word tagsphraseverblifeB2
to keep your options open[ˈkiːp jɔːr ˈɒpʃnz ˈəʊpən]
to avoid committing to one path so that other possibilities stay available
ExamplesIf you're not sure what to study, take a broad degree and keep your options open.
Word tagsidiomphraseverbB2
at this age[ət ðɪs ˈeɪdʒ]
during the stage of life someone has reached now, often used when saying what is normal or expected for it
ExamplesIt's hard to know what you want to do at this age.
Word tagsphraselifetimeB1
to study at university[ˈstʌdi ət ˌjuːnɪˈvɜːsəti]
to follow a course leading to a degree after finishing school
Synonymsgo to university
ExamplesShe dreams of studying at university in Britain.
Word tagsphraseverbuniversityeducationB1
to give tips[ˈɡɪv ˈtɪps]
to offer short, practical pieces of advice that help someone do something better
ExamplesOlder students often give tips to the freshers.
Word tagsphraseverbspeakingB1
to face choices[ˈfeɪs ˈtʃɔɪsɪz]
to be in a situation where you must decide between different possibilities
ExamplesSchool leavers face choices that can feel overwhelming.
Word tagsphraseverblifeB2
to have in mind[ˈhæv ɪn ˈmaɪnd]
to be thinking about a particular plan, person or idea as something you may want or do
ExamplesDo you have a particular career in mind?
Word tagsphraseverbB1
to carry out research[ˈkæri aʊt rɪˈsɜːtʃ]
to do a careful, organised investigation in order to discover facts about a subject
Synonymsconduct research, do research
ExamplesBefore applying, you should carry out research into the courses on offer.
Word tagsphraseverbacademicB2
to find out[ˈfaɪnd ˈaʊt]
to discover a piece of information by asking, reading or checking
Synonymsdiscover
ExamplesYou can find out the entry requirements on the website.
Word tagsphraseverbB1
qualifications[ˌkwɒlɪfɪˈkeɪʃnz]
official proof, such as certificates or passed exams, that you have the training needed for a job
Synonymscredentials
ExamplesWithout the right qualifications, it's hard to get a job in medicine.
Word tagsnounworkeducationB2
a word of warning[ə ˈwɜːd əv ˈwɔːnɪŋ]
a short remark telling someone to be careful because something could go wrong
ExamplesA word of warning: don't leave your application to the last minute.
Word tagsidiomphrasespeakingB2
to change your mind[ˈtʃeɪndʒ jɔː ˈmaɪnd]
to decide something different from what you had decided or believed before
ExamplesMany students change their mind after the first term.
Word tagsidiomphraseverbB1
later on[ˈleɪtər ɒn]
at some point after the present moment, or after the time that has just been mentioned
Synonymsafterwards
ExamplesYou can decide about your specialisation later on.I didn't understand it then, but it made sense later on.
Word tagsphraseadverbtimeA2
what type of person you are[wɒt ˈtaɪp əv ˈpɜːsn juː ɑː]
the combination of character, habits and preferences that makes someone who they are
ExamplesChoose a career that fits what type of person you are.
Word tagsphrasepeopleB1
to enjoy doing the most[ɪnˈdʒɔɪ ˈduːɪŋ ðə ˈməʊst]
to get greater pleasure from one particular activity than from any other
ExamplesThink about which school subject you enjoy doing the most.
Word tagsphraseverbfeelingsB1
to take into account[ˈteɪk ˌɪntu əˈkaʊnt]
to consider a fact or factor carefully when making a decision
Synonymstake into consideration
ExamplesYou should take the cost of living into account before moving to another city.
Word tagsphraseverbacademicB2
to be less of a struggle[bi ˈles əv ə ˈstrʌɡl]
to become noticeably easier to cope with, needing little effort and causing little stress
ExamplesWith a good mentor, the first year at university can be less of a struggle.
Word tagsphraseverblifeB2
to make a list[ˈmeɪk ə ˈlɪst]
to write down items, names or tasks one after another in an organised way
Synonymswrite a list
ExamplesMake a list of the things you are good at.
Word tagsphraseverbstudy skillsA2
to relate to[rɪˈleɪt tuː]
to understand someone's situation or feelings because you have experienced something similar
ExamplesTeenagers often can't relate to the advice of older generations.
Word tagsphraseverbfeelingsB2