The myths are myths!

The idea of moving to university is already scary enough, and it can be more so when there are myths that surround the place. York has a few but here today I would like to de-bunk some of them, and to shed light on the wonderful place I get to study at.

You don’t deserve to have your choice of university seem unattractive because of common misconceptions. I want you to realise that not everything may be as it seems and that York truly is a wonderful place to come and study.

Try to remember that there are two sides to every story and so you shouldn’t assume your experience will be the same as someone else’s. I nearly did this with York myself and would have missed out greatly!

Let’s de-bunk them

1. York is too expensive:

Worries about money are normal when preparing to move to university and it can be daunting when you hear the place you are moving to is expensive. I myself believed this was the case when I first moved, but I have since discovered the opposite.

York in fact has a wide range of shops and places that make it suitable for people of different incomes, a few are even within walking distance of the university campus, such as Aldi. Buses are cheap too if you would prefer a place further away.  In terms of living arrangements, the university offers a wide range of rooms and halls to suit a wide range of needs.

Whatever your budget may be, there are ways to accommodate it. The university also runs many helpful programs to help those struggling, so make sure to keep an eye out on the work of the student union if you come here!

2. York is too posh:

Russel group universities may have a reputation for being the place where ‘posh’ and more privileged people go; York is in my experience an exception to this. People from all walks of life come to York, a lot also come from other countries entirely.

I too believed before I came that I may stand out around any friends I made due to the differences we would have had growing up, but this couldn’t be more wrong. In my experience, I have had the privilege of meeting many people from various backgrounds and have never once felt out of place or judged because of mine.

Therefore, try to put it out of your mind what people may think of your background, as you’ll likely soon find out they are more interested in getting to know you as a person instead.

3. York has little to do in it:

The city of York brings to mind the minster and old streets such as the shambles, and them combined with continuing myths spoken may make you believe that York is a quiet place with not much to do.

York instead has loads of things to do, for all different types of people. There are multiple clubs that you could attend if you like to party, and many bars or pubs for a fun night out that is more chilled out if that is what you look for.

Instead, if you prefer quieter and slower activities then there are lots. There are plenty of shops, cafes (including a cat cafe!), and fun historical places to visit if that is your vibe.

It is the perfect place to go to in order to try out an activity that is different from what you usually like.

An important piece of history in York.

Conclusion

There are likely more myths said about York that I haven’t covered, but the overall idea I’ve expressed is the same: try not to believe all the widespread belief about a place and try it out for yourself.

I hope that I have been able to calm some of your fears about the myths that surround York.

The place has so much to offer that it would be a shame if you missed it, and it is truly one of the best places for your studies. I hope if you decide to come that you make the most of your time!