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Feeling supported at university
Before attending university, I was anxious about settling in and feeling isolated in a new environment. I hope that sharing my experience of support is reassuring. The Step Ahead Programme Before joining the University I was given the opportunity to attend the Step Ahead Programme. I would encourage anyone eligible to attend, it made me…
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Navigating the Unknown: My Journey with Career Coaching
Seeking help In the midst of my final year as a Psychology student, the future started to look a bit daunting. Conversations with friends were centred around job applications and master offers. Parents were questioning next steps, while own consciousness was doubting my abilities. Everything became overwhelming. One day, as I was passing by the…
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My Placement in Science Communication – an Industry I Didn’t Know Existed!
I’m currently completing an industrial placement in science communication at the Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC), part of UKRI (and loving it!). Here is my experience and some advice on finding a placement. Why I chose to do a placement: As much as I love my degree course (biology is the best area of science-…
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Why I’m Happy I Chose York for Computer Science
Hi, My name is Freddie. I have just completed my first year of computer science and I have enjoyed it greatly. This year has given me the opportunity to greatly enhance my knowledge of computer science and make new friends. I thought I would write a blog giving my experience and expressing what I have…
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Reflecting on my placement year experience
When I heard that I was accepted for the science communication placement I had applied for I had mixed emotions. I was incredibly excited for the break from the regular university grind to work for a year and gain some transferable skills, but I was also nervous as I’d never had a ‘proper’ job before.…
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Joining the York community: an interview with our students
What’s it like to settle into the York family? We sat with three students to talk ducks, dreams, dinners, and the everlasting magic of friendship. So, looking back to the start of uni, what was your experience of moving in and getting to know people around you? Kabeer: Well, James and I moved into James…
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Living away from home for the first time
I just finished my first year of uni, so I thought it would be good to tell you about my experience living away from home for the first time. I’m from Luxembourg, which means term breaks are the main time I get to spend at home. Dealing with homesickness Initially, I didn’t suffer much from…
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Tackling the Clearing process as an international student
Clearing can be an overwhelming process for students, especially if they did not receive the results they were expecting or have changed their mind about their university choices. However, with some preparation and research, the Clearing process can be a smooth and successful experience. As someone who has been through the Clearing process, I know…
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York Lingo – A short guide to some parts of Uni of York student culture
I don’t know about you, but coming from Goa, India, the student culture in York was quite confusing. When you first start university, you’re going to hear stuff like “Hey, I saw Longboi”, “Whoa, you’re such a BNOC!” or “Let’s get a chippy and then go for a kebab”. I decided to make a small…
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Getting work experience without having previous experience
Hey hey hey. Before joining Uni, I had never had any work experience. I had spent almost all my teenage years just studying, so securing part-time work and internships seemed alien to me. I’m sure there must be quite a few people in that position who don’t have much work experience and would like to…
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Interactive Media showcase 2022
I’m Pak-Yin, and I study the Interactive Media BSc at the University of York. I was a part of the Interactive Media showcase 2022 committee, and will be sharing more about the event and my experiences! What is the IM showcase? The Interactive Media showcase is a public event that is held every year, and…