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Tag: college

  • How to make the most of your first week at uni

    20 April 2023 by Iza
    4 minute read

    The first few weeks of uni are both terrifying and exciting. It’s a new situation and, like everyone, I was slightly stressed. However, I had a great time and it…

  • Social life and activities at Anne Lister College

    15 December 2021 by Libby
    4 minute read

    Second year student Libby tells us about her experience of the activities and events at Anne Lister College at the University of York.

  • Langwith College – My New Home

    6 December 2021 by Luise
    4 minute read

    When I first arrived in Langwith College, I felt like I made the right choice. Now, I know that I definitely have. Langwith College, located on Campus East, is one…

  • My experience at Halifax College Freshers’ week

    3 December 2021 by Zuzanna
    3 minute read

    Zuzanna, first year Biomedical Sciences student, tells us about her exciting experience of Freshers’ week in Halifax College.

  • 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…

  • Joining societies at York

    8 March 2020 by Adam
    3 minute read

    Societies are one of the best bits about going to a university. They let you meet loads of new people while trying new things or continuing something you already love.…

  • College life at York

    29 February 2020 by Nicole
    3 minute read

    As a Fresher, I turned up on my first day at university not knowing what a college was, or what college life was about. Like many people, I assumed that…

  • So – what does it mean to be in a college?

    So – what does it mean to be in a college?

    28 February 2020 by Jack
    3 minute read

    Going to university can be quite daunting. At York there are over 20,000 students. That’s almost certainly a lot more than the number of students at your sixth form or…

  • Life at uni: 10 things I learned when I moved to York

    4 December 2019 by Eloise
    5 minute read

    It has been over two years since I moved to the UK to study, and they have been two of the most incredible, dramatic and ridiculous years of my life.…

  • Wentworth College

    Wentworth College

    1 August 2017
    2 minute read

    I came to the University of York in 2016 as a postgraduate student. The College system was completely new to me but after doing some research, becoming a member of…

  • Constantine College

    Constantine College

    1 August 2017
    1 minute read

    I love Constantine because we thrive in a great community support network. When I arrived, I was greeted by a group of student volunteers who have provided me with entertainment,…