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Being working-class and coming to university, I had the fear of not fitting in. When writing my UCAS application, I was unsure whether university was really for ‘people like me.’ However, I quickly …
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Hello, prospective scholars (or those who may have seen some of the opportunities that York offers, but aren't sure whether they should give it a go *hint, you should*.) This blog should motivate you …
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Before beginning my year as a postgraduate, I was filled with excitement for the coming year. However, I was also slightly anxious on how I was going to make it through the year financially. Funding …
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My name is Sonam and I'm currently studying for a PhD in Mechanistic Biology at York. Managing postgraduate finances can be a challenge, so I thought I'd share my experiences and top tips. Funding …
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Managing finances can be one of the trickier aspects of coming to university. It’s highly likely that you won’t have managed your own money before, at least not at the scale you now have to. Rent …
£££££ Dealing with money is a frustrating thing, I hear you. It's tempting to shut your eyes and ignore your perpetual descent into an overdraft. But here are a few York-specific, money-saving tips …
