Category: Preparing for university
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Getting prepared and organised before moving to York
In this post, I’ll share with you some advice and things to keep in mind before you start university! Moving to university can feel overwhelming, but being prepared and organised…
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Settling in at university and making friends
Hello, my name is Benjamin and I study an LLM in International Human Rights Law and Practice. In this blog, I will discuss my top tips about how to settle…
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My top tips to make friends and settle in to uni
Moving to university is undoubtedly one of the biggest things you will have ever done in your entire life so far! It is most likely the first time that you…
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Preparing for University Academic Work
Hello, my name is Oliver and I am in my first year at the University of York, studying Film & TV production. I have always loved everything Film & TV,…
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Surviving the First Term at Uni
Get to grips with your new life away from home So, you’ve got your offer, you know what course you’re doing, and you’re all set to leave home – but…
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Student Buddying Scheme: helping you settle into uni
What is the Student Buddying Scheme? The Student Buddying Scheme is a scheme where the University pairs new students with current students. Starting university is a new process for many…
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Top tips for living in shared accommodation
Student Becky shares some helpful tips on how you can make the most of living in shared accommodation and keep the peace with your new housemates.
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Exploring the city of York!
There is so much to do when exploring the city of York, and that can make it tricky to decide where to start. It’s a place that I genuinely love,…
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Managing your money: student budgeting
Hi there! My name is Sophie, and I’m a final-year English and Related Literature student here at York. I love the city as there’s so much to experience: beautiful bookshops,…
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Spending the Holidays With Your Family at York
It wasn’t until a month ago that I finally decided I would be staying at university over the winter break. I’m an international student at York, and the prospect of…
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Making Time for You: Mindfulness Strategies to De-stress
First year international student Quinn tells us his mindfullness strategies and gives us advice on how we can de-stress at university.
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My experience at Halifax College Freshers’ week
Zuzanna, first year Biomedical Sciences student, tells us about her exciting experience of Freshers’ week in Halifax College.