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Tag: postgraduate study

  • Sustainability at the University of York

    3 January 2022 by Lucy
    3 minute read

    Hello! My name is Lucy and I’m a postgraduate studying Sustainability Studies at the University of York. I love being part of the Environment and Geography Department because there are…

  • Why being part of the University of York is being part of one community, even through covid times

    20 April 2021 by Daniela
    3 minute read

    As a prospective – and even as a new (enrolled) student – you can feel doubt and fear when joining university, especially if you come from another city or country.…

  • 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…

  • Vlog: Postgraduate life at York – Q&A

    11 August 2020 by Freyja
    1 minute read

    PhD student Freyja chats about all things postgraduate at York, including the community, city centre and opportunities that you can get involved in.

  • 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…

  • How to get the most out of postgraduate study in the UK

    29 May 2020 by Emily
    3 minute read

    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…