Yes, that’s right we are talking about the M-word… money. There. I said it and I haven’t been struck by a lightning bolt! No one ever really talks about money, so I’m here to help you out with tips …
Being You at York – A working-class experience
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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Scholarships at the University of York
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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Being friends with your finances and funding your postgraduate degree
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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Managing your postgraduate finances
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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Money, Money, Money
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 …