David Hawkins

The University Guys

Arts EN ↓ 102 episodes

Discussion and interviews about everything to do with university admissions, offering an international perspective, from David Hawkins and the team at The University Guys

Author

David Hawkins

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Arts

Podcast website

www.theuniversityguys.com

Latest episode

Jun 29, 2026

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Episodes

Episode 77: Rugby at universities in the USA 20.03.2024

David is joined by Brendan McGroarty from Elite Rugby Scholars to discuss opportunities to explore rugby at US universities.

Episode 76: Research Projects for High School Students 10.11.2023

In this episode, we explore the world of high-school research projects. Dhruva Bhat of Lumiere Education  is our guest.

Episode 75: Germany's updated requirements 19.09.2023
Episode 74: Multi-campus options with Sarah Sen of ESCP 20.07.2023

Many students seek to travel as part of their degree, and some universities allow students to move to a new location each year. Join Sarah Sen from ESCP  as we explore their option that gives global mobility across Europe

Episode 73: US Art Schools 05.06.2023

Join Olivia Anderson from the Sa vannah College of Art and Design  to discuss artistic education in the USA.

Episode 72: The digital SAT 12.05.2023

Jason Smith of UES Education returns to the podcast to discuss the new digital SAT.

Episode 71: References 07.03.2023

In this return to the podcast, we have a The University Guys team roundtable to explore the various references accompanying university applications and some ideas on how schools can approach them.

Episode 70: Rowing Recruiting for US Universities 04.06.2022

Join David with Ryan Sparks of Sparks Rowing to discuss everything you would ever need to know about rowing at college in the USA.

Episode 69: The What, Why & How of UCAS Firm & Insurance choices 23.03.2022

Join Joanne Tallentire, a higher education professional with over 25 years' experience in senior roles covering all aspects of the student journey from admission to graduation, to explore how UCAS Firm & Insurance work

Episode 68: undergraduate business in the USA 17.02.2022

Many students want to go to the USA to study for a degree in business, but might not be fully aware of what this actually means. In this episode, Idie Kesner, Dean of the Kelley School of Business at Indiana University - one of the highest-ranked business schools in the world - shares her deep experience of undergraduate business education and the benefits of choosing one of the few direct-entry b...

Episode 67: Large, Public US Universities 11.02.2022

Join Alex Smith,  Assistant Director of International Admissions at Michigan State University, as we explore this type of US university and the benefits available to students.

Episode 66: Studying in London 14.06.2021

So many students wish to study in London, but what's the experience really like. Join us as we discuss the student experience with Jo Philips, Director, Recruitment & Admissions at Regent's University London and Dr Jonathan Wilson, Professor of Brand Strategy & Culture

Episode 65: UK Pathways 24.05.2021

Join David as he discussed the various different 'pathway' options to UK universities, with Simon Fitch. Simon is the Centre Director of the University of East London International Study Centre.

Episode 64: Exploring IB Diploma Courses and UK university entry 06.04.2021

Join us as we explore the ways in which IB Diploma Courses can be used for entry to UK universities and hear from Amy Durrant, College & Careers Counsellor at the International School of Brussels, Alizee Cordes from York St John University, and Peter Fidczuk from the IB.

Episode 63: in conversation with Mike Nicholson 20.02.2021

Today's guest is Mike Nicholson,  Director of Undergraduate Admissions and Outreach at the University of Bath. We reflect back on his career in higher education and the changes he has seen across the sector in that time.

Episode 62: In conversation with Jack Shull 13.02.2021

Jack Shull, a highly-experienced international school college counselor reflects on the past, present and future of the profession.

Episode 61: Healthcare in the USA 06.02.2021

Join David as he discussed healthcare options at US universities for international students, with Megan Mankerian-Stem of Creighton University

Episode 60: Inside a US University Admissions Office, with Parke Muth 16.12.2020

As we hit application season, hear Parke Muth, formerly Director of International Admission at the University of Virginia, give an insight into the inner workings of a US university admissions office.

Episode 59: Catholic Colleges in the USA 01.08.2020

Caitlin Fairfield Hasson of Boston College joins this episode, to explore the world of Catholic colleges in the United States.

Episode 58: UK Art Schools, with Norwich University of the Arts 25.07.2020

In this episode, Rhian John of Norwich University of the Arts joins the podcast, to explore the world of UK art schools. Creative Skillset, mentioned in the podcast, has now changed its name to Screen Skills with a website at https://www.screenskills.com/ . Also check out the NUA Instagram page at  https://www.instagram.com/norwichuniarts/?hl=en  

Episode 57: The UK University Experience in 2020 18.07.2020

Kieron Broadhead from the University of Southampton joins me to discuss what a UK university experience will be like in the 2020-21 academic year.

Episode 56: A Level and IB Marking, 2020 Exam Season 05.07.2020

Mark Stacey of the International School of Brussels shares his expertise as an IB and A Level examiner, exploring how both exam systems have been graded this year and passing on advice to college counselors and admissions officers.

Episode 55: How bespoke can your curriculum be? With Bennington College, Vermont, USA 06.06.2020

Across the USA, there are huge varieties in the educational experience available to students. Some universities, such as Bennington College , offer a hugely personalised curriculum, which students can tailor to themselves. Francesca Edwards from Bennington explains more.

Episode 54: Student Safety UK 30.05.2020

Stephen Helliwell of Student Safety UK  joins David to discuss how best to prepare students to be safe while attending university in the UK, and also the particular challenges that faced him and his team in helping students in the midst of the Covid-19 pandemic.

Episode 53: US Standardized Testing 2020. The international view, with Jason Smith 23.05.2020

Jason Smith of UES Education returns to the podcast to examine the international perspective for the changed situation with US standardized testing. In addition to his comments in the interview, Jason adds later that, "The ACT will not be introducing at-home testing for international students until 2021. They will be concentrating on rolling this out for US students in fall or early spring. T...

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