Student Voices

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Category: Computer Science

  • From Coding to Creativity: My MSc Journey at the University of York

    From Coding to Creativity: My MSc Journey at the University of York

    Moving from Surat, Gujarat to the UK has been one of the most exciting and life-changing decisions I’ve ever made. My name is Dev Vyas, and I’m currently studying the…

  • How a Linguistics Degree Prepared Me for an MSc in Data Science

    [Image: York city centre] Caption: A view of York city centre. When I started my degree at the University of York, I never imagined that I would end up applying…

  • Studying abroad as an Indian student: my journey at York

    This is my journey as an Indian student studying abroad. I want to share my story in the hope that it will inspire others who are considering the same path.…

  • Starting a business with Summer Accelerator

    Last year, I applied to the Summer Accelerator on a whim. I had an idea for a business that I loved – one that would combine my course and my…

  • My year in industry

    This blog post will explain how the Department of Computer Science supports students in securing a year in industry placement, the help available while on placement, and how this experience…

  • Best Things About Studying Computer Science at York

    Hey there, I’m Letam, a computer science student at the University of York. I just wanted to share the wonderful aspects of studying in York and give you a glimpse…

  • How I found my first year studying computer science at York

    Hello! My name is Tamerlan and I study Computer Science at the University of York. I’ll be talking about my experience studying at York and what you can expect from…

  • Navigating York and Human-Centred Tech: A Student’s Perspective

    Hey everyone, I am excited to take you on a journey through my experience at the University of York, specifically in the incredible MSc Human-Centred Interactive Technologies program! Buckle up…

  • A Day in the Life of a Computer Science Student!

    Hey, I’m George! I’ve been at the University of York for a year now and have interests in software development. My favourite module of first year was probably Human Computer…

  • Computer Science Placement Year at Couchbase

    Hi, I’m Stan, a third year Computer Science student finishing a placement year with Couchbase at their Manchester office. Check out the linked blog post to find out what working…

  • Why I’m Happy I Chose York for Computer Science

    Hi, My name is Freddie. I have just completed my first year of computer science and I have enjoyed it greatly. This year has given me the opportunity to greatly…

  • What could you expect from your university experience?

    Hi, I’m Vivek, a Computer Science student about to go onto placement. My favourite thing about University so far is getting to grips with areas of computer science that I…