I am sitting in my room and looking up at the pinboard calendar. Just realizing that almost two months have passed since I first arrived. A lot has happened, including: countless socials (always …
Why I chose York (from the perspective of an international English Literature student)
Hi there! I'm Mi Chelle, a second year student from Malaysia studying English and Related Literature. Applying to university can be a stressful process. Even after you've received offers from the …
Life at uni: 10 things I learned when I moved to York
It has been over two years since I moved to the UK to study, and they have been two of the most incredible, dramatic and ridiculous years of my life. I have grown up in international communities, …
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Freshers’ Week: an international student’s perspective
Some of our students explain what Freshers' Week is really like at university in the UK, from the perspective of an international student. Mi Chelle, 1st Year English student, Malaysia An …
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Making friends in York
Read tips and advice from our international students on the best ways to make friends at university in York. Mi Chelle, 1st Year English student, Malaysia My course friends: I made friends …
What to expect when you arrive in the UK (and York)
Our international students explain what to expect when you arrive in the UK (and York) to start your university journey. Mi Chelle, 1st Year English student, Malaysia Weather: Be alert with …
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