“University is only for the wealthy”. A statement I’m sure you’ve all heard at some point in your life. A statement which has probably induced many a panic about applying to university. A statement, …
What to expect from a Biology (or Genetics) course
Before I applied to the University of York, I was unsure what the day-to-day life and workload of a Biological Sciences student would be like. Was there loads of free time to join every society on my …
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My Experience as a First-Generation Student, Plus a Little Bit of Advice
Making the big decision to go to uni is scary enough as it is, but deciding to go when you don’t really know what to expect? Now that’s scary. Of course, it’s general knowledge that uni is all about …
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Why I love being a Natural Sciences student
Hi, I'm Abigail! I'm on the Biology/Chemistry/Physics Specialisation pathway of Natural Sciences. Currently, I'm in my third year, and I've chosen to specialise in Physics. Today, I want to chat to …
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Life off campus in second year
Three of my flatmates and I started looking for a house together over Christmas break in first year. We all got on well, had similar standards of cleanliness, and were on the same page about going out …
The Essential York Interview Guide
An interview for university can be one of the most daunting aspects of applying, but it doesn’t need to be. Interviews are your chance to shine, they are simply a way for the university to see what …