Category: Chemistry
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Chemistry at University: From Lectures to Lab Coats
What is it actually like studying chemistry at university? Before I started, I imagined numerous experiments and colourful reactions. And while this is true to an extent, the course is…
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Persistence Pays Off: My Journey from Paraguay to York as a Chevening Scholar
Starting right from the beginning, my name is Alfonso and I’m from the heart of South America: Paraguay. Bet you’ve never heard of that one before. Growing up in a small…
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My Experience Studying MSc Green Chemistry at York
Hi! My name is Michelle and I am a student on the MSc Green Chemistry and Sustainable Industrial Technology course. I loved my time at York so much as an…
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My Experience Applying for an Industrial Placement
Hi everyone! I’m Ben and I’m a third-year chemistry student here at the University of York. I know the prospect of going to university can be daunting but well done…
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Things to look forward to about Chemistry at York
Welcome to York! My name is Chiara and I’m studying Chemistry. I chose York because of the friendly and caring atmosphere, and the amazing labs. The lecturers are really passionate…
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3 things to look forward to about Chemistry at York
Hi there, I’m Jenny. Last time I told you about a day in my life. Today, I’ve got some of the highlights of being a Chemistry student. Demonstrators Demonstrators are…
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My experience as a Laidlaw Scholar in the Department of Chemistry at York
Why do a departmental internship?Why the Laidlaw Scholarship? As a chemist, you will need many skills that stretch further from theoretical knowledge and expertise. You will always interact and collaborate…
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You’re studying Chemistry at York! What is it actually like?
Hello there! My name is Jenny and I’m in my second-year studying chemistry here at the University of York. I find it fun to observe people’s reactions when I tell…
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3 Things to Look Forward to studying Chemistry at York
Teaching Colleges I have to admit, when I arrived in Freshers’ Week, I didn’t really understand why Chemistry had teaching colleges. Now I am very grateful for them! You’re assigned…
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A Day in the Life of a Chemist: In my Element
Being third in the country for chemistry is pretty hard to live up to. So, in this blog, I have decided to share a little window of my week –…