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  • How to prepare for studying in the UK as an international student

    28 July 2020 by Yan
    3 minute read

    Preparing to study abroad is very exciting. It can also get a bit nerve-racking when adapting to an unfamiliar environment. Here I have some tips, especially for prospective international students,…

  • 3 tips on dealing with homesickness

    24 July 2020 by Tara
    2 minute read

    Starting at University usually brings homesickness to most, at least for the first couple of weeks. This can be even more challenging for those travelling from a different country. I’ve…

  • Tips for settling into a UK university

    21 July 2020 by Valimbavaka
    4 minute read

    Studying at York was my first experience of education outside of my country. My old university was just five minutes from my house. So, I was a bit worried about…

  • When life gives you lemons (or lockdown)

    20 July 2020 by Uthara
    2 minute read

    ‘Wait? What is happening?’ I was sitting leisurely on the Library swing with my housemate, reading a feminist book and sipping on coffee, when COVID-19 made global news. We started…

  • How to prepare for studying in the UK

    17 July 2020 by Yuqi
    4 minute read

    Going to study in another country, another culture and possibly somewhere with another language can be a daunting prospect. In this blog post, I’m going to share some tips to…

  • Accommodation: settling in as an international student

    14 July 2020 by Jiaying (Emily)
    2 minute read

    Before you arrive I am an international first-year student from Hong Kong and my accommodation is in the beautiful Constantine College. When I arrived in the UK, I had to…

  • My experience of Clearing as an international student

    14 July 2020 by Ginga
    2 minute read

    Clearing can be a nerve-racking experience for anyone. International student, Ginga, talks about his experience with Clearing at York and what it was like on the day. Why did you…

  • How to feel prepared for academic life at York

    How to feel prepared for academic life at York

    7 July 2020 by Ilhama
    3 minute read

    Settling into a UK university is very exciting. You are starting a new life in a different country, making new friends and getting familiar with a new culture. However, it…

  • Tips for settling into a UK university

    3 July 2020 by Kasturi
    3 minute read

    Choosing a university So – you’ve decided to study abroad – great decision! It’s now time to start preparing yourself for settling into a UK university. Great preparations make for…

  • Preparing for postgraduate study in the UK

    30 June 2020 by Armando
    5 minute read

    You might be thinking about studying in the UK, but you do not know where to start. As an international postgraduate student, I had the same doubts about what I…

  • Hidden Gems in York

    26 June 2020 by Louisa
    2 minute read

    Welcome to the city of York! What are your plans for the day? Visiting the York Minster, the City Walls and The Shambles is definitely a must; but check out…

  • Dealing with homesickness

    19 June 2020 by Muhammad
    3 minute read

    It’s been a really long since I was back in my home country, Pakistan. The last time I was there, my meals were still catered for, I hadn’t received a…