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  • Studying Biomedical Sciences at York 

    Studying Biomedical Sciences at York 

    29 April 2026 by Freya
    5 minute read

    In all honesty, I didn’t expect to attend the University of York’s Open day, let alone pick it as my first choice, when I began applications in Year 13.  Coming…

  • A PhD Life at York: What It’s Really Like Studying Economics

    A PhD Life at York: What It’s Really Like Studying Economics

    25 February 2026 by Zoey
    3 minute read

    Hello everyone! I’m Zoey, a PhD student at the Department of Economics and Related Studies at the University of York. I’m very honoured to be invited to write this blog.

  • My First Semester Studying Music and Sound Recording at York

    My First Semester Studying Music and Sound Recording at York

    2 February 2026 by Alex
    3 minute read

    Hi there, I’m Alex, a first-year Music and Sound Recording student at University of York. Feel free to check out my blog post, if you’d like to get a better…

  • Debunking Myths About York

    9 January 2026 by Ben
    4 minute read

    A student perspective on the most common misconceptions about the University of York. Myth: University of York is posh Despite the stereotypical aesthetic of overcoats and scarves, the people in…

  • The best things Biochemistry at York has to offer

    21 July 2025 by Débora
    3 minute read

    Hi, I’m Deb, a third year Biochemistry student here at the University of York. With my graduation quickly coming up, I’ve found myself reflecting on the journey that brought me…

  • Exploring the health sciences building: a tour from a student midwife

    26 February 2025 by Mollie
    3 minute read

    Hello my name is Mollie, I’m a 3rd year midwifery student. Welcome to my Health Sciences building tour. Let me show you around our campus facilities. Also known as the…

  • How studying theatre at York prepares you for your career

    5 March 2024 by Dylan
    4 minute read

    Hi, I’m Dylan. I study the BA Theatre: Writing, Directing and Performance here at the University of York. I want to share why I love this course and why you…

  • Studying Electronic Engineering at the University of York

    26 February 2024 by Sidharth
    4 minute read

    Hi, I’m Sidharth! I’m a fourth-year Electronic and Computer Engineering Master’s student at the University of York. With a bombardment of choices and decisions, preparing for university can be the…

  • Facilities and Practical Learning in Film and Television Production

    23 January 2024 by Katie
    3 minute read

    Hi, I’m Katie, and I study BSc Film and Television Production at York. I’m going to tell you about some of the amazing facilities on offer when you study in…

  • Biology facilities to look forward to

    10 February 2023 by Zara
    1 minute read

    Hi! I’m Zara and I’m a third year Genetics student. Join me for a tour of all the fantastic facilities in the Biology department at York that you can look…

  • A week in the life of an English student

    5 February 2022 by Katie
    4 minute read

    Monday Kicking off my weekly life as an English student, early this morning I travelled from my flat in Campus East to Campus West, where English is based. Today was…

  • My tales of a TFTI student – exploring the TV facilities

    10 January 2022 by Vlad
    3 minute read

    Hi, I’m Vlad! I’m in my second year studying Film and Television Production at the University of York. What I love most about the course is just how creative and…