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Latest undergraduate posts
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A Guide to Student Events at York
Being a student at the University of York comes with an amazing social calendar! Before I started, I didn’t know about all the different events on offer, so this blog…
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Life Outside of Lectures: Student Life At the University of York
As a soon-to-be fresher, it is almost impossible to quash the anxiety of not knowing exactly what’s ahead of you. Having conquered results day (congratulations, by the way!) you are…
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Student Life at York
Hi there, I’m Frankie, and I recently finished my first year at the University of York. There are so many things I’ve loved about York, but one of the biggest…
Latest postgraduate posts
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I hate AI slop, so I did a Master’s Degree about ethics and data privacy.
Hiya! I’m Lou, and I am about to finish my time at the University of York on the Applied Ethics and Data Privacy MA course. Before my postgraduate studies, I…
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Working in Heslington Hall
My name is Sam, and I’m a second year PhD student in the History Department at the University of York. York has been a terrific place to live and work.…
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Commuting to York as a Neurodivergent Student
Commuting to the University of York has been an important part of my student experience, especially as a neurodivergent person. Choosing to live off campus gave me the stability and…
International students
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More than just nights out: A guide to Welcome Week for non-drinkers
If you’ve ever felt awkward holding a glass of tap water while everyone else holds a pint, don’t worry, I relate. I came to uni expecting to say yes to…
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International student: Clearing survival kit
Hi, I’m Miriam, a final year international student, studying Accounting, Business, Finance and Management. Clearing is simpler than it looks, but still stressful in the moment. You are making fast…
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What to pack for uni? 5 unexpected essentials for international students at the University of York
You have secured your visa, booked your flights, and now your empty suitcases are staring at you from the corner of the room. Moving out for university is a massive…
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