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  • Studying PGCE Geography at York

    1 July 2024 by Stella
    3 minute read

    Hi, I’m Stella, and I’m a postgraduate student, currently studying PGCE Geography here at the University of York. Having completed my undergraduate degree in Geography at a different university, my…

  • Studying History of Art at the University of York

    25 June 2024 by Mia
    3 minute read

    Hi I’m Mia! I’m a second year History of Art student. Having completed another year of studies, I want to discuss my experience so far studying art history at the…

  • Language and Linguistic Science: My Experience at York

    12 June 2024 by Amy
    4 minute read

    I’m Amy, and I’ve just completed my first year studying French and Spanish at the University of York. I’m going to talk about my experience studying in the department of…

  • What it’s like to study in the English Department

    11 June 2024 by Maia
    3 minute read

    Hello! My name is Maia, I’m an undergraduate student studying English and Politics, going into my third year. I have really enjoyed my time at York so far. I have…

  • My experience studying economics at York

    24 April 2024 by Will
    3 minute read

    Hi, I’m Will. I’m going to share with you my experience as a 1st Year student studying BSc Economics at York. I’ll tell you about the course structure, teaching and…

  • Studying the Megacities and Urbanisation module at York

    16 April 2024 by Chrysta
    3 minute read

    To study at the University of York means to be immersed in culture, community and excellence. This ideal is integral into every decision made, to fully maximise student satisfaction. Modules…

  • My experience studying elementary Italian through the Languages for All programme

    15 March 2024 by Nigel
    3 minute read

    Hi, I’m a member of the public who lives between Leeds and York. I am studying LfA Elementary Italian this year at the University of York as an adult student.…

  • Studying Social and Political Sciences as a mature student

    5 March 2024 by Tugba
    4 minute read

    Hi! I’m Tugba. I am a final year mature student studying BA Social and Political Sciences. I am going to share my experiences as a mature student who has no…

  • How studying theatre at York prepares you for your career

    5 March 2024 by Dylan
    4 minute read

    Hi, I’m Dylan. I study the BA Theatre: Writing, Directing and Performance here at the University of York. I want to share why I love this course and why you…

  • Studying a Masters in Accounting and Financial Management

    4 March 2024 by Yixin
    4 minute read

    Hi there, I’m Yixin and I’ve just graduated with an MSc in Accounting and Financial Management. I wanted to spill the beans on my university journey covering the courses I…

  • A week in my life as a Social and Public Policy student

    1 March 2024 by Megan
    5 minute read

    When someone asks me why I chose to study Social and Public Policy, I always say the same thing. It’s everywhere you look, and affects you from cradle to grave.…

  • Why I chose to study philosophy at York

    8 February 2024 by Daniel
    2 minute read

    Hello, I’m Daniel and I study Philosophy at the University of York. I’ve written a blog post to tell you not only why I chose philosophy but also why I…