A few months ago, our lives changed drastically as a result of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. When I imagined coming to York for my degree, I did not, by a long shot, think that I’d be spending …
Dealing with homesickness: creating a home away from home
No matter how excited you are about going to uni, it’s very common, and indeed natural, for you to feel homesick. Don’t feel bad; remember, you are not the only one! Here are some tips I'd like to …
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Dealing with homesickness as an international student
As you may know, York is really diverse in terms of students on campus. So, for a student from a distant country, dealing with homesickness is quite a common topic. In order to deal with …
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How to get the most out of postgraduate study in the UK
Choosing to pursue postgraduate study is a big decision. This, along with moving to another country, can be challenging but also extremely rewarding. I knew when I was applying that I wanted to get …
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Life at uni: 10 things I learned when I moved to York
It has been over two years since I moved to the UK to study, and they have been two of the most incredible, dramatic and ridiculous years of my life. I have grown up in international communities, …
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Weekly Adventures of a Health Sciences Student at the University of York
Hi, I'm Camila. I am an international student completing a Masters in Public Health program, in Health Sciences. I’ve been at the University of York only since September. Coming from Canada, I …
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