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Tag: international students

  • Digital Media and Culture at York: A Journey of Reflection, Multicultural Encounters, and Growth

    Hi, I’m Lucas, a recent Digital Media and Culture graduate from the University of York. Moving to York was one of the most rewarding decisions I’ve made.

  • Adapting to the UK as an international student

    As someone who had never been outside of Turkey before, I was worried about moving to another country. The main challenge for me was the language barrier, since I had…

  • Why York Was the Right Place to Begin Again: A Mature Student’s Story

    A Mature Student’s Take on Community, Coffee, and Starting Over Coming to university a little later in life can feel a bit like joining a film halfway through. Everyone else…

  • My MSc Journey at York As An International Student

    Why I chose to study abroad at York and my first impressions When studying abroad, I knew I wanted a university that combined strong academic programmes with a genuinely supportive…

  • Make the most of your day trip to York

    Most people who come to York for a day trip have more-or-less the same itinerary: visit the Shambles, get a chocolate shot, go to the ghost merchants, walk the city…

  • Why I chose York to boost my history of art career

    Having worked at art galleries in Korea over the past three years, choosing to come back to school and study Art History was a big life decision. However, I was…

  • A Solo Adventure to the Harrogate Christmas Markets

    There’s something truly special about a solo day trip. It’s just you, your thoughts, and the joy of exploring at your own pace. Last weekend, I hopped on a train…

  • A Festive Day at York Christmas Markets

    The Christmas season in York is pure magic. It’s one of my favourite times of the year to soak explore the city and embrace all things cosy. Let me take…

  • Studying history of art as a postgraduate international student

    This is Nehal and I am pursuing a MA in History of Art (Architectural History and Theory). As a master’s student, and especially international the days building up to moving…

  • My guide on what to pack for University

    Hi everyone! My name is Navin, I’m a fourth year Genetics student here at York. I came to study at the University of York from India and I would like…

  • MA Social Work at the Uni of York

    Hi! My name is Annie. I am from Cyprus and a postgraduate student at the University of York. I have been here for four years now, having completed my undergraduate…

  • What to pack as an international student

    Hello everyone! I’m Jessica, a final-year music student at the University of York. As an international student, I want to share some comprehensive tips on what to pack to help…