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Tag: academic support

  • Studying ‘the York Way’: My journey from Mumbai to York

    Studying ‘the York Way’: My journey from Mumbai to York

    17 February 2026 by Rajas
    3 minute read

    Dear prospective Business and Management students, I’m Rajas, a second-year Business and Management student originally from Mumbai, now calling York home. What I love most about the University of York…

  • From “eye-opener” modules to future leader: my journey in Business and Management

    28 January 2026 by Samriddhi
    4 minute read

    Hi everyone! First off, a massive congratulations to everyone holding an offer to study at the University of York! I’m Samriddhi (she/her), and I’m currently in my final year of…

  • How a Linguistics Degree Prepared Me for an MSc in Data Science

    22 January 2026 by Ayane
    4 minute read

    [Image: York city centre] Caption: A view of York city centre. When I started my degree at the University of York, I never imagined that I would end up applying…

  • Preparing for University Academic Work

    15 June 2022 by Oliver
    4 minute read

    Hello, my name is Oliver and I am in my first year at the University of York, studying Film & TV production. I have always loved everything Film & TV,…

  • Academic Support as a Music Student

    7 January 2022 by Holly
    3 minute read

    When I applied to university, I was looking for a university that could support and encourage my academic and creative interests. I wanted to study at a university that was…

  • Academic Support at York

    5 July 2021 by Keely
    4 minute read

    At university, there’s lots of academic support available to help you make the most of your degree. I want to tell you about some of the most important resources and…

  • Student support at the University of York

    16 March 2021 by Tim
    4 minute read

    Making the transition from school to university can be very daunting. But the University of York ensures that there are lots of different student support networks in place for students.…

  • Top Tips for Postgraduate Students 

    21 December 2020 by Jess
    4 minute read

    Studying for a postgraduate research degree at the University of York is a great experience. And although you’ll have an amazing time studying, meeting new people and exploring the beautiful…

  • How to feel prepared for academic life at York

    How to feel prepared for academic life at York

    7 July 2020 by Ilhama
    3 minute read

    Settling into a UK university is very exciting. You are starting a new life in a different country, making new friends and getting familiar with a new culture. However, it…

  • Mental Health Support and Wellbeing at York

    3 March 2020 by Charlotte
    3 minute read

    University is great fun but it can be a stressful experience. Living away from home and facing a new amount of independence can be both liberating and overwhelming. Luckily, there…

  • Support and Wellbeing at York

    2 March 2020 by Xavier
    4 minute read

    There’s no sugarcoating it: sometimes life at university can get tough. From workload to homesickness, it’s no surprise that some students can find themselves in need of some sort of…

  • Settling into university: the trials and tribulations of an international student

    20 January 2020 by Mi Chelle
    3 minute read

    Starting university can be an incredibly overwhelming experience, from the new environment to the new people. For an international student this overwhelming experience is intensified as you immerse yourself in…