About this episode

Ruth Benny interviews Teresa Song about strategic approaches to higher education and university admissions.

In this episode, Ruth Benny sits down with Teresa Song, founder of Nova Scholars, to explore how parents and students can think more strategically about higher education, university admissions, and long-term decision-making in an increasingly competitive world. Teresa is the founder of Nova Scholars, a strategic education consultancy specialising in university admissions and long-term academic planning. With a background in finance, startups, and over 15 years working with high-achieving students who accept offers into Oxbridge and other top universities, Teresa applies business and systems thinking to education strategy. Teresa studied Economics at the London School of Economics, later returning to complete a Master’s degree, and previously worked in investment banking (M&A) before transitioning into education consulting. Join the conversation focuses on grades and short-term outcomes, Teresa brings a refreshing, systems-based perspective — one that looks beyond marks to judgment, identity, positioning, and adaptability. Don’t miss this insightful conversation! 💡 Why Listen: Grades Are Necessary — But Not Sufficient The Missing Curriculum: Judgment & Strategy The…

People in this episode

Host: Ruth Benny

Guest: Teresa Song

Topics covered

• higher education
• university admissions
• academic planning
• strategic thinking
• personal branding
• education consultancy

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Nova Scholars, London School of Economics, Oxbridge, investment banking

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