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Money-Saving Tips from an International Student at the University of York
Money, money, money… Is it funny? The short answer is: not always. Planning to move, live and study abroad for the first time can feel seriously overwhelming, especially when you’re trying to work out how much everything will cost. Thankfully, the experience taught me to become much more intentional about managing my money. With rent,…
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Accessing Student Support at York for my ADHD
“I assumed university would be like being thrown into the deep end with no support, but it turned out to be the part of my education where I felt more supported than ever!” When getting ready to start your degree it’s completely normal to feel a mix of excitement and nerves and, as someone with…
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Coffee on a budget: my favourite spots in York
Enjoying York’s café scene doesn’t have to be expensive. In this blog, I’ll share my favourite budget‑friendly coffee spots in York.
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Navigating Freshers’ Week as a neurodivergent student
Moving to university is a massive milestone. As September approaches, your social media is probably flooded with posts about Freshers’ Week (aka Welcome Week at York). It is often portrayed as the best week of your life, with nonstop going out and meeting your lifelong friends. Whilst this may be the case for some, for…
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Accessing financial support at University York
As someone who came to the University of York from a low-income background, I know how intimidating the costs of university can seem. The good news is that the university is packed with financial support networks designed to level the playing field and help you thrive, rather than just survive. I’m here to share my…
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From Tajikistan to York: Finding My Leadership Style in the UK’s First Human Rights City
Hi everyone! My name is Muiz, and I am an international student from Tajikistan studying MA in Applied Human Rights at the Department of Politics and I . I am also student representative for my department and an international student ambassador. If you are currently holding an offer to study at York, congratulations! To give…
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What it’s like to Study at York as a Hong Kong Student
Dear prospective students, My name is Kelly, and I am currently in my second year studying English Literature. I enjoyed my time in York because of the unique experience it offers. Historically, York has served as the capital city on several occasions. This rich historical heritage makes York special in its own way. Being one…
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What I wish I knew before Clearing
The morning after I had sat my last A-level exam I felt such a sense of relief that all of the hours I put into studying had finally paid off and I could now relax and enjoy my summer. What I didn’t know however is that only a few weeks later I’d be staring at…
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Five things I forgot moving to University
The transition to university is one of the biggest and best changes you’ll ever experience, and for many, it will be their first time living away from home. It arrives as a magnificent whirlwind of preparation: shopping lists, IKEA trips and frantic last minute dashes to pick up whatever you’ve missed. Amid all that excitement…
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Tips for grocery shopping and budgeting in York
After coming to a foreign country for university, cooking became a crucial part of my life. I still remember how nervous I was the week before moving to York, not only because of leaving my family but also because of the daunting task of cooking for myself all the time! All I had been doing…
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Joining societies as an international student
Did you know that the University of York has hundreds of societies? Whether you’re interested in cosplay, choir or rugby, York will have a society for you! Why join a society? Societies are an amazing way to make friends with people outside of your course. Meeting people who love the same things as you is…