My name is Colombe, I am a molecular biologist. I come from Geneva, a city in Switzerland, about the size of Bath in the UK. Four years ago, I decided to leave my country and family to come and study …
Choosing to study in the UK: The thrills and the trials
Choosing to study in the UK, while already intimidating, becomes more intense when you have to decide where to study. Choosing a UK university for me was, however, a pretty easy decision. UK …
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Are UK universities worth it?
Is choosing a UK university worth it? Two years ago, I asked myself this question repeatedly. Would I regret my decision? I can confidently say I don’t. Here's what you need to consider and why I …
Choosing a University: The How To Guide
As a first-generation student from a non-selective state school, I was slightly overwhelmed when it came to choosing a university that was the right fit for me. However, by making the experience a …
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3 Non-Academic Things to Consider When Choosing a Uni
In the search for the perfect uni, you’ve probably already scoured the internet for league tables and university rankings. But it’s important to remember that a university’s ‘good’ placement on a …
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A week in the life of a Biomedical Sciences student
Back when I was applying to university, I wasn’t entirely sure what it would actually be like on a day-to-day basis. For anyone who might be wondering this too, I thought I would share a description …
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