Category: Study
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How my Theatre degree has set up me up for postgrad life
Hello, I’m Cerelia (she/her) and I am a Third Year BA Theatre: Writing, Directing and Performance student at York. I came to York in 2022, and I’m entering 2025 feeling…
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My placement experience at Disney
Hello, I’m Grace, a Third Year BA Business of the Creative Industries student at the University of York and I wanted to share my experience from my placement year at…
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Everything you need to know about doing a placement year as a biology student
I’m Orla, a final year biology student who has returned from a year long placement in the Science and Technology Facilities Council, UKRI. Read on to learn about why I…
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How MSc Linguistics has boosted my career
Hi all! My name’s Josh. I’m an Msc Linguistics student at the University of York, with a particular interest in Sociolinguistics & Linguistics Education. I’ve actually come back to university…
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A Solo Adventure to the Harrogate Christmas Markets
There’s something truly special about a solo day trip. It’s just you, your thoughts, and the joy of exploring at your own pace. Last weekend, I hopped on a train…
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A Festive Day at York Christmas Markets
The Christmas season in York is pure magic. It’s one of my favourite times of the year to soak explore the city and embrace all things cosy. Let me take…
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Rock climbing in York: a different kind of high
When most people think about a night out, they may envision heading to a bar or club, grabbing a drink with friends and dancing the night away. However, for…
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The first three months of my year abroad in Strasbourg
Hi, I’m Fletcher, and I‘m currently on a year abroad at the Université de Strasbourg, studying third-year Molecular Cell Biology in French. Having lived in Strasbourg for just over three…
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A journey through imposter syndrome on placement
If you’ve read my previous blog (highly recommended – Feeling lost when thinking of your future? Consider a placement!), you might recall that I’m on my year in industry placement…
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The best food spots in York: a postgraduate’s guide
York is a city full of charm, history, and great food. As a postgraduate student here, I’ve had the chance to explore many of its culinary delights, and trust me,…
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Balancing books and building careers: working part time while studying at York
Choosing to work part time while studying for a Masters in psychology at the University of York wasn’t a decision I made lightly. Like many students, I wanted to gain…