{"id":34963,"date":"2026-03-20T17:04:47","date_gmt":"2026-03-20T17:04:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs.york.ac.uk\/student-voices\/?p=34963"},"modified":"2026-07-16T13:55:44","modified_gmt":"2026-07-16T12:55:44","slug":"advice-from-a-third-year-student-at-york","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.york.ac.uk\/student-voices\/2026\/03\/20\/advice-from-a-third-year-student-at-york\/","title":{"rendered":"Advice from a Third Year student at York"},"content":{"rendered":"

As I enter the second semester of my final year at University, I\u2019ve constantly found myself saying to my friends in years below me, \u201chere\u2019s some advice from a third year student…\u201d Looking back, there is so much I wish I\u2019d known before I started. So in this blog I\u2019ll cover it all and hopefully you can make the most of it as you look toward your own university journey!<\/span><\/p>\n

Making the Most of First and Second Year<\/b><\/h3>\n

Whilst every year at university is important academically, remember that the experience is about <\/span>so much more than just a degree<\/b>. Make the most of your first and second year! Say yes to as many social outings as possible and join every <\/span>society<\/span><\/a> you have even the slightest interest in.<\/span><\/p>\n

By saying \u201cyes\u201d in your first couple of years, you lay the foundations for a <\/span>solid support system <\/b>to carry you through your final year. If you make the most of socialising early on, you won\u2019t feel any FOMO when your studies eventually take up more of your time.<\/span><\/p>\n

Being a yes person also helps to naturally build a routine around the societies or other extracurricular activities you enjoy. You and your friends might eventually swap Wednesday night socials for Wednesday morning study sessions over coffee, but having that community already in place makes the third year workload feel so much lighter.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

In my experience, this was the best way to do uni. Because I socialised to the max early on, I now find comfort in my friendship group who are going through the same transition as me and are always around for a library date or campus lunch!<\/span><\/p>\n

\"esther\"Day<\/p>\n

Us in 1st year vs us in 3rd year!<\/p>\n

The Domino Effect of Opportunities<\/b><\/h3>\n

Don\u2019t be afraid to put yourself out there early, as university often has a domino effect of opportunities. At York, getting involved in one small role can lead to incredible experiences that you might not even be aware of yet.<\/span><\/p>\n

I\u2019ve experienced the domino effect in many different parts of my university life. For example, I was the Events Officer for the <\/span>Social Policy Society<\/span><\/a> in my second year. By getting to know the members and using that experience in my speech the following year, I became the Vice President of the society in my third year!<\/span><\/p>\n

Another time, I signed up for a single shift with the <\/span>Access and Outreach team<\/span><\/a> in my first year and really enjoyed it. This led to me becoming a <\/span>part-time Student Assistant for the team<\/span><\/a>. I know <\/span>\u201cit\u2019s all about the connections\u201d<\/b> is a clich\u00e9, but it\u2019s also true.<\/span><\/p>\n

People also say <\/span>\u201cit will be good for your CV.\u201d<\/b> As a third year applying for jobs for after I graduate, I can tell you this is also true! Opportunities at the University of York are all about gaining real-world experience which develop your skills like leadership and teamwork, which you will go on to be asked about in interviews.<\/span><\/p>\n

My advice: if you see an opportunity that interests you, give it a go!<\/span><\/p>\n

\"socpoc\"A&O<\/p>\n

The President of the Social Policy Society & I\/me in my Access and Outreach uniform<\/p>\n

The Secret to Balance<\/b><\/h3>\n

The<\/span> jump from college\/sixth form to university<\/b> is real, but getting a handle on a rhythm that works for you early on can make it a step instead of a leap! My advice would be to <\/span>treat your degree like a 9-5 job<\/b>. By getting all your uni work done during the day, you can keep your evenings free to socialise, sleep, or whatever else helps you relax\u2026 with no guilt!<\/span><\/p>\n

It is so important to make time for yourself when things get intense, so having a routine in which these things are already built in is ideal. In my experience, catching up with friends or keeping up with your hobbies isn\u2019t slacking off; it\u2019s what gives you the energy and motivation to keep going.<\/span><\/p>\n

Whilst at university, if you ever feel overwhelmed, there is so much support. I personally have been supported by college, <\/span>the <\/span>open door<\/span><\/a> team and my <\/span>personal supervisor<\/span><\/a>. Being honest about any obstacles on your university journey and <\/span>finding a work-life balance that works for you is the best way to make every second of your time at York count<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"walks\"dins<\/p>\n

Some of my favourite evening activities: walks along the river & dinner with friends<\/p>\n

Thanks for reading!<\/span><\/p>\n

Em \ud83d\ude42<\/span><\/p>\n

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