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by Ancella
The first week I arrived at York was a bit intimidating. I was dropped off in front of David Kato College and was told to pick up my student ID and room keys. Thankfully, a lot of students were …
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by Cynthia
Receiving a Chevening Scholarship in June 2024 turned my dream of studying in the UK into a reality. Words cannot fully capture the joy I felt! I was finally going to pursue my course of choice, and …
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by Mischa
Moving away from home to live in a house of ten other people your age is daunting. You might be feeling anxious — and reasonably so, especially if you're an introvert like me. So, if you’re about to …
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by Violet
Unfortunately, low finances are a key setback that stop many students attending university, but it should not get in your way. Coming from a single-parent household, I am in charge of my own finances …
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by Navin
Hi everyone! My name is Navin, I'm a fourth year Genetics student here at York. I came to study at the University of York from India and I would like to share some of my tips on packing and what to …
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by Jessica
Hello everyone! I’m Jessica, a final-year music student at the University of York. As an international student, I want to share some comprehensive tips on what to pack to help you prepare for your …
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