Category: Preparing for university
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Nordic Society: a home away from home
There are plenty of international societies to join at York. The Nordic Society is just one of many societies that welcomes students who find the culture of specific countries or…
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Making the Most of Freshers’ Week
Freshers’ Week is an exciting welcome period for new students starting at UK universities. In this blog post, we’ll visit the various types of activities that York has to offer.…
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University tips to help you settle in as an international student in York
Arriving in York (or in the UK in general) as an international student can be an overwhelming and stressful experience. New country, city, university, people…it can be a lot to…
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How to plan and prepare for student life at the University of York
Joining University This post will give you top tips on how to plan and prepare for your student life at the University of York. This is an incredibly exciting time…
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Starting university, budgeting and being away from home…
Hello, my name is Benjamin and I am a 3rd-year Law student from the University of York! In this blog, I will discuss what it is like to start university,…
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Dos and Don’t in preparing for uni
Hey everyone! In this blog, I am going to run through the dos and don’ts for preparing for uni! Of course, how and what you prepare will be different for…
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My practical advice for living in York
Moving to a new city is hard. Moving all your stuff and making new friends might be at the front of your mind in the lead up to coming to…
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Freshers’ Week – what to expect
Hi! I’m Amelia and I am currently in my second year of my Law degree. I had a great time during my Fresher’s week in 2019, so hopefully, this blog…
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An introvert’s guide to settling into university
The transition to university can be daunting. Coupled with being more of an introvert, it can sometimes feel more nerve-racking. Meeting new people Once you have arrived, there begins a…
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Settling into University: Making the Most of it
You’ve unpacked your room, met your flatmates, and now it’s time to settle into university. After the initial buzz of moving in and Freshers’ Week, the reality of university life…
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Settling in to uni: ET phone home!
The first few months at uni are a strange time. Some people love it, others hate it. Regardless, everyone has to go through the struggles of settling in to a…
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How to adapt to independent study at university
The step up from school to university teaching can be really daunting for many students. I know that in my own first year I really struggled to adapt to university-level…