Search results for: “postgraduate”
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Digital Media and Culture at York: A Journey of Reflection, Multicultural Encounters, and Growth
Hi, I’m Lucas, a recent Digital Media and Culture graduate from the University of York. Moving to York was one of the most rewarding decisions I’ve made.
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My experience as an Archaeology Masters student at the University of York
Hi everyone! My name is Gigi and I am an Archaeology Masters student at the University of York studying towards my MA in Cultural Heritage Management (CHM). I am an international student from the United States and the student representative for CHM and MA Museum Studies. ☺️ Please read my blog post “My experience as…
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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. My background I was born in West Bengal, India and completed my undergraduate degree from LPU in Punjab. After that, I moved to Bangalore to…
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New beginnings: My experience as a second-year transfer student
In late September 2022, I found myself on the precipice of the academic year at a new university – for the second time. Here, I’ll talk about my experience of being a second year transfer student in the hopes it’ll offer some guidance and maybe even resonate a little with some of the feelings that…
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Looking back on a placement year in cancer research
Over the past 9 months I have been working to develop and test novel drugs for the treatment of advanced prostate cancer at the Institute of Cancer Therapeutics, Bradford. I remember feeling terrified to leave the comfort of York this time last year. Seeing my peers graduate as I enter my final stage with a…
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Soil Mates: Why Termites and I Teamed Up in Benin For My Ecology PhD
Over the past two months, I had the privilege of living and working in the fascinating country of Benin. As a PhD student studying zoology and ecology at the University of York, my research normally focuses on ants. I research how we can effectively integrate their ecology as ecosystem engineers to benefit sustainable landscape management…
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My MSc Journey at York As An International Student
Why I chose to study abroad at York and my first impressions When studying abroad, I knew I wanted a university that combined strong academic programmes with a genuinely supportive student community. The University of York stood out because of its excellent reputation in biosciences, the beautiful campus and the way it emphasised support for…
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My Experience Studying MSc Green Chemistry at York
Hi! My name is Michelle and I am a student on the MSc Green Chemistry and Sustainable Industrial Technology course. I loved my time at York so much as an undergraduate I knew I had to stay here for my masters! Everyone in the Chemistry Department is super friendly and will always give you support…
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Careers support in the Department of Mathematics
Hi, I’m Lexie, an MMath student currently in my third year here at York. I came to university with little career experience but the support and skills that have been made available to me by the Department of Mathematics has allowed me to feel a lot more confident when looking to apply to jobs in…
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Engineering a sustainable future: my career leap to fusion energy at the University of York
Hi there, My name is Ricardo, I am an international student from Mexico currently on a fascinating journey doing the MSc in Fusion Energy at University of York, where I have met brilliant minds, made new friends, attended outstanding lectures and I’m now starting to forge opportunities for my career future. Before this, I studied…
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Why I chose York to boost my history of art career
Having worked at art galleries in Korea over the past three years, choosing to come back to school and study Art History was a big life decision. However, I was confident it was the right move for my career’s next chapter.
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How I’m developing employability skills in my history Masters
I’m Sophie, and I’m a current MA Public History Student at the University of York, having just completed my BA in History here. Studying history in such a historic city and with a supportive department has been a wonderful, enriching experience. Today I wanted to talk a little bit about how useful history degrees are…