Hey! My name is Deborah and I study Politics and International Relations at York! In my blog I’m going to explain how I have learnt about topics that matter to students at York. I’ll discuss how we’ve been able to study a variety of topics such as Critical Race Theory, Environmental Racism and much more… Being at University has taught me there is so much more to learn and yet so little little time to consume it all, so make the most of the time you’ll have at university!
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Studying Management at York
Marketing student Nina tells us what she loves about studying Management at the University of York and what you can look forward to.
My experience of studying Biology at York
Hiya! I’m Hannah, and I study Biology at the University of York. I’d like to tell you a bit about my experiences studying at York, and what I’ve been enjoying most in my final year of the course. It may seem a long way off, but it’s here before you know it! In my blog, I’ll tell you about the content of the Biology course, as well as how it’s delivered, from lab work and lectures to choosing your modules. I’ll also mention some study tips so that hopefully you won’t make the same mistakes I did! University is such a valuable experience. A highlight for me has been the supportive community within the Department. I’ve found the course to be incredibly social, with plenty of opportunities to meet new friends, as well as learn about cutting-edge research. I hope you’re as excited as I was to start your course!
10 tips to look after your wellbeing during exam season
Hey! I’m Becky, a 3rd year Human Geography and Environment student. Read my tips on how to look after your wellbeing during exam season at university.
Study motivation: to break or not to break, that is the question
In this blog, I’m going to discuss some of the techniques I use for study motivation, or at least, what makes studying more bearable! Tidy up! I always find that I work better in a clean, organised environment. That means making sure my room and desk is tidy. If you don’t have a desk, a … Continue reading Study motivation: to break or not to break, that is the question
Staying motivated while studying
Staying motivated to study is a really important aspect of university life. I’ve found university to be less guided and much more independent than sixth form or college. Here are a few of my top tips to keep you motivated! Set realistic goals The first thing I do when working on an assignment is to … Continue reading Staying motivated while studying
A day in the life of an English Literature student
My day starts at what for most students is probably an ungodly hour. However, I’ve always been a morning person and I feel most productive first thing in the day. So the day usually starts at 7.30am (well that’s what time my alarm goes off anyway). If I’m honest, I don’t often have breakfast but … Continue reading A day in the life of an English Literature student
The reality of PhD life: busting common myths
PhD life is not all that it seems. If I could offer one piece of advice before doing a PhD: take (almost) everything you read about PhDs with a pinch of salt. This seems like a funny piece of advice, considering that you’re reading this now. But – there are a lot of old PhD-related … Continue reading The reality of PhD life: busting common myths
Studying with a Specific Learning Difficulty: what you need to know
Hi, I’m Megan, a Masters student diagnosed with Asperger’s Syndrome and Specific Learning Difficulties. Studying with a specific learning difficulty can be daunting, so I wanted to share my experiences of this. I’ll also give you some tips for making the most of university life, whether you’re a postgrad or an undergrad. First things first; … Continue reading Studying with a Specific Learning Difficulty: what you need to know
Studying English in Education at York: A day in my life
Rise and Shine… It’s Thursday, we’re almost there! We’re towards the end of Autumn Term, so by this point I am in a routine and ready to go. Studying English in Education, Thursdays are my most laid back day – and my favourite. 7:30 – 8:30: We’ve got an early one today… Nobody likes early … Continue reading Studying English in Education at York: A day in my life