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  • Cultural societies at the University of York

    There is a good saying, ‘You get out of societies what you put into them.’ Being involved in student societies is one of the best ways to experience new things, meet others and build skills. This not only spices up your university experience but also gets you to build up a sense of belonging to…

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  • Being an international student in York

    The University of York has a significant international presence, with over 20,000 of its students coming from outside the UK, representing over 140 countries. A large number of international students compose a diverse and inclusive environment that welcomes everyone around the world. First day city experience Stepping off the train with a gigantic suitcase, water…

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  • Giving Back: Opportunities to Volunteer at the University of York

    As a first-year, I haven’t had much experience volunteering at university yet, however I’ve had so many opportunities for such a wide variety of roles in only a few months around the university campus and within York’s community. The University Website The first point of call when searching for volunteering opportunities around York and the…

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  • How studying English at York boosted my employability skills

    Hi! My name is Rosie (she/her), and I am a second-year undergraduate studying English at the University of York! I absolutely love my degree and believe that studying it here at York has provided me with a wide range of employability skills, setting me up for a future in a large number of career fields!…

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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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  • Why I love Music at York

    Studying Music at York might be the best decision I’ve ever made. Since the start of my degree, I’ve had so many opportunities and so much fun! We put on a concert in our first week! The practical project in our first week was such a perfect way for us all to get to know…

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  • Why York Was the Right Place to Begin Again: A Mature Student’s Story

    A Mature Student’s Take on Community, Coffee, and Starting Over Coming to university a little later in life can feel a bit like joining a film halfway through. Everyone else seems to know the plot, the characters and even the inside jokes, and you are still reading the opening credits. That is exactly how I…

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  • Studying at York, Saving in Leeds: My life as a Student Commuter

    Hi, my name’s Lucas, and I’m a mature student at the University of York, living with my girlfriend in Leeds city centre. While this was originally intended to be a temporary measure, awaiting the expiration of the contract for our flat. A year has now gone by – and I’ve happily signed on for a…

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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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  • Studying abroad during my degree

    I always knew I wanted to study abroad. The opportunity to do this as part of my degree was one of the reasons I chose the University of York. The History of Art department has links with lots of universities in Europe. I opted to do an additional year of study, which meant my course…

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  • Starting a business with Summer Accelerator

    Last year, I applied to the Summer Accelerator on a whim. I had an idea for a business that I loved – one that would combine my course and my passion. Now, thanks to the help I was given during the programme, I run that business alongside my studies. It’s small, but I’m so proud…

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  • Developing Skills on my Year Abroad in France

    Hi, I’m Fletcher. I am a biology student at the University of York and I am currently in my second semester studying third-year Molecular Cell Biology in French at the Université de Strasbourg. One of the best aspects of my year abroad has been the skills I have developed. In this blog, I reflect on…

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