First year

It's cliché, but oh so true...if you study something that you're passionate about, you cannot go wrong at uni. Your parents may have said it, friends, teachers but just this once, don't roll your eyes because it is so true!!...

Don’t worry, we’ve all been there and surpassed it! Packing up and booking the flight that’s going to change your life is the most nerve-wracking but exciting feeling ever! I am excited to share my experience and the rollercoaster of...

It’s almost time to leave for the airport. You check your handbag for the essential documents – passport, BRP, a negative PCR report, and your flight ticket printout. To me, emerging out of London Heathrow Airport with all my luggage...

My illness My name is Lily and I am studying Health and Exercise Science. I also have an invisible disability called Cystic Fibrosis (CF). To summarise, this basically means my lungs and digestive system don’t work properly. This requires hours...

Brexit. Now What? As an EU citizen who had dreamed about attending university in the United Kingdom, Brexit was less than ideal, to say the least. It was something that I was wishing wouldn’t happen. Many factors changed when applying...

Life as an international student can be very exciting. From meeting new people, exploring new places and gaining independence as a student, these are the experiences we crave. However, it can be quite intimidating as well which is completely normal....