Hi, I’m Martha. I’m a third-year History student with Autism and ADHD. University is a challenge for anyone, but for a disabled student like myself, it can be a whole extra level of …
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A guide to surviving the cost-of-living crisis as a student from a low-income household
Hello! My name is Chloe, and I’m a second year Biomedical Science student. If you're reading this, you might be worried about applying to universities due to the expense. But hopefully after reading …
My experience coming to York as a first-generation student
Coming to University is a daunting experience for most people. You’re probably full of questions and worries: am I going to make new friends? Will I do well on my course? And how on Earth do you …
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Myth busting gap year fears
Hey, I'm Orla, a second year Biology student here at York! I took a gap year before starting uni, so I thought I'd share a bit about my experience, and try to calm any concerns you might have about …
POV: Being at uni from a low-income background
Let’s be honest, getting swept up by financial stress at university isn’t uncommon. Being raised by a single mother has made me recognise the value of money from a young age, so entering higher …
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Adjusting to studies in English
I had never lived in the UK or studied in English before starting my Biomedical Sciences degree at York. Although I have been learning English for 8 years, during my very first days here I realised it …