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Tag: Choosing a University

  • 3 Non-Academic Things to Consider When Choosing a Uni

    17 February 2022 by Anna
    3 minute read

    In the search for the perfect uni, you’ve probably already scoured the internet for league tables and university rankings. But it’s important to remember that a university’s ‘good’ placement on…

  • The Brilliance of Contextual Offers

    12 January 2022 by Owen
    3 minute read

    My name is Owen and I am a second year History and Politics student here at the University of York. In this short blog, I will talk about contextual offers…

  • Making the most of your final year at sixth form/college

    1 December 2021 by Zulekha
    4 minute read

    I consider sixth form/college to be an interesting time. While you can finally relish the independence that comes with reaching the top of the (secondary) educational food chain, you’re ultimately…

  • From your contextual offer to York (tips for next year)

    1 December 2021 by Elizabeth
    4 minute read

    Hi, I’m Elizabeth and I am currently in my third year studying English and Related Literature. I am also currently the Muse (magazine) Editor for Nouse which is the oldest…

  • Choosing a university: an international student’s guide

    4 August 2021 by Mi Chelle
    3 minute read

    Choosing a university can seem like an incredibly daunting task. It’s where you’ll be spending the next few years of your life. And even after you’ve got your offers you…

  • Choosing York for Stem Subjects

    20 April 2021 by Daniel
    4 minute read

    About Me Hello! I am Daniel and I am a third year student currently studying Physics with Theoretical Physics at the University of York. I was the first in my…

  • The reasons why I chose York

    31 March 2021 by Maisie
    4 minute read

    Campus West and Campus East The reason why I became interested in the University of York is because it has two impressive campuses. Both Campus West and East offer alternative…

  • What my contextual offer meant for me

    16 March 2021 by Helen
    3 minute read

    ‘A contextual offer is usually up to 2 grades below the standard entry requirement. They are to reduce pressure on individuals who may have experienced socioeconomic disadvantages in their life…

  • Vlog: Why I chose York

    14 July 2020 by Faye
    1 minute read

    BSc (Hons) Biology student Faye explains why she chose the University of York. More why I chose York student stories.

  • Tips for settling into a UK university

    3 July 2020 by Kasturi
    3 minute read

    Choosing a university So – you’ve decided to study abroad – great decision! It’s now time to start preparing yourself for settling into a UK university. Great preparations make for…

  • 6 tips to help you choose the right university for you!

    10 March 2020 by Christine
    4 minute read

    We all know that anyone could tell you to go online and find the accreditations of the universities you’re interested in. Maybe you are reading up on their statistics, national…

  • Why I chose York for my PhD

    5 March 2020 by Taryn
    2 minute read

    I did my undergraduate degree, my Masters degree and now my PhD at York. In all honesty, I originally chose to study here on a bit of a whim. It…