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Tag: managing money

  • Budgeting 101: A Crash Course

    9 December 2021 by Daisy
    3 minute read

    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,…

  • Spending £20 a week at uni – is it possible?

    8 December 2021 by Mollie
    4 minute read

    Every student knows the struggle – balancing the budget with the necessities of everyday life with the necessities of student life (trendy coffee, doubles and way too many house plants.)…

  • Money management at university: tips for success and support

    6 December 2021 by Amélie
    4 minute read

    Let’s be honest, the prospect of money management at university is really daunting for many people. If you have anxieties about finances, don’t worry. My aim is to try and…

  • How to budget at university

    30 November 2021 by Zuzanna
    4 minute read

    How to budget at university. First year Biomedical Sciences student Zuzanna tells us her top tips how to survive on a budget at university.

  • Scholarships at the University of York

    3 July 2021 by Oscar
    4 minute read

    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…

  • Funding my Masters study: my experience

    24 March 2021 by Joanne
    3 minute read

    I started my taught MA in Contemporary History and International Politics in September 2020. Now halfway through, I have found funding my Masters study to be challenging. Balancing self-funding alongside…

  • Financing university

    9 December 2020 by Emma
    5 minute read

    A massive part about coming to university for everyone is the worry of having to manage your finances yourself. It definitely was the biggest thing for me. Coming from a…

  • Being friends with your finances and funding your postgraduate degree

    21 September 2020 by Emily
    7 minute read

    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…

  • Helpful tips on postgraduate fees, funding, and finance

    Helpful tips on postgraduate fees, funding, and finance

    7 August 2020 by Katy
    4 minute read

    Hi! I’m Katy and I’m currently doing an MA in English Literary Studies. I have had ups and downs regarding my finances over the last year. COVID-19 has definitely affected…

  • Managing your postgraduate finances

    5 August 2020 by Sonam
    2 minute read

    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…