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Category: Natural Sciences

  • Reflecting on my placement year experience

    When I heard that I was accepted for the science communication placement I had applied for I had mixed emotions. I was incredibly excited for the break from the regular…

  • Natural Sciences at York in 16 pictures

    Are you interested in learning about what studying Natural Sciences at York is like? Here I show you my experience so far in 16 pictures, ranging from the places around…

  • Work placement expectations and first impressions

    I am a MSci Natural Sciences student who specialises in Physics – I did the Chemistry, Maths, and Physics (CMP) pathway for those interested. I‘m doing a ‘Science Communication’ work…

  • How I found the ‘right’ placement for me – hopefully, you can too!

    I am a MSci Natural Sciences student who specialises in Physics (I did the Chemistry, Maths, and Physics (CMP) pathway for those interested). I am almost 3 months into my…

  • Why I love being a Natural Sciences student

    Hi, I’m Abigail! I’m on the Biology/Chemistry/Physics Specialisation pathway of Natural Sciences. Currently, I’m in my third year, and I’ve chosen to specialise in Physics. Today, I want to chat…

  • Why I chose Natural Sciences at York

    York was a top choice for me because of the variety that the Natural Sciences course offered. During my A-Levels, I was undecided on which subject I wanted to study…

  • Studying in the School of Natural Sciences

    When I was looking for courses, I didn’t want to just do one subject, which narrowed down my choices significantly. While Natural Sciences caught my attention, a lot of universities…

  • Three things to look forward to about Natural Sciences at York

    Hello! I’m Sifa, a 3rd-Year Natural Sciences student (Physics Specialisation). With the summer term approaching and thus module selections not too far away, I’m starting to think about the year…

  • Day in the life of a Natural Sciences Student

    The typical day of a Natural Sciences student is rather full, but it’s so varied. 7am: time to organise I’m an early riser, and I like to be up 2…

  • On placement with Physics at York

    Hi, I’m Finn, a Natural Sciences student. I’m currently doing a placement as a Medical Microwave Imaging Research Technician & Project Coordinator in Physics here at York. Why did you…

  • My placement in advanced technologies at Merck

    Hi, I’m Megan, a Natural Sciences (specialising in Nanoscience) student here at York. I’m currently doing a Placement Year working in the Performance Materials part of Merck Group. I’m a…

  • Three things to look forward to as a natural scientist

    Variety (is the spice of life) If you’re considering applying for a natural sciences degree, then chances are you haven’t completely decided where your future lies. Not everyone has their…