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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.…

  • 3 things to get excited about Politics at York

    Hi! I’m Clemmie and I’m a second year studying Politics, Philosophy and Economics, but I spend most of my time in the Politics Department. So you’ve got your offer (congrats)…

  • Six things to look forward to about Maths at York

    There are many things to look forward to about maths at York – I would say there are x amount of things to look forward to where x is a…

  • Working on placement in York

    Working on placement in York

    I’m Maxim, a student from the Management School studying BSc Marketing. When I first came to York I wasn’t sure about doing a placement, but I changed my mind after…

  • So, what do maths students actually do? A week in the life of a Maths student.

    Academic life A typical week in the maths department involves lectures, seminars, problems classes and possibly a practical. This term I am taking 5 different modules, all of which are…

  • The Festive Season In York

    The Festive Season In York

    York is known as one of the most festive cities in the country and walking around, it’s easy to see why. From the bustling Christmas markets to the thousands of…

  • York: the Sober Student’s Guide

    York: the Sober Student’s Guide

    So you’ve just arrived in York – congratulations, you are currently in one of the most beautiful (and ancient) cities of the North. With so much to see and do…

  • A Student Guide to the City of York

    York city centre is smaller in comparison to other cities, but in no way does that mean there is less to experience, see or do! One of the best things…

  • Hidden Gems in the City of York

    Hidden Gems in the City of York

    If there’s anything that stands out to me about York in comparison to other cities, it’s the abundance of independent, quirky places to shop, eat and drink. It’s very easy…

  • Top 10 restaurants in York

    The variety of restaurants in York is second to none! From chain mainstream restaurants to quirky independent businesses, there is something to everyone’s taste – literally! Prices really vary depending…

  • My Relationship With Computer Science at York So Far

    My Relationship With Computer Science at York So Far

    The start! Being part of the Department of Computer Science at York, right from day one, has been nothing but rewarding for me. As soon as I arrived at the…

  • Explore York on a budget…10 fun places to visit!

    Explore York on a budget…10 fun places to visit!

    One of the advantages of attending the University of York is that you will be in the heart of one of the UK’s most beautiful and historic cities. Believe it…