Winterfest 2025 has officially arrived at the University of Surrey! The festive vibes kicked off recently with the annual Surrey Switch On, complete with free mulled wine, mince pies, and that cosy Christmas feeling that makes campus instantly excited. If you missed the Switch On itself, don’t worry, the lights are on every night, so you […]
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My experience Choosing a university is a huge decision, and for me, the University of Surrey stood out from the very start. My journey began when I was about 15 years old, during a school trip where I was lucky enough to visit the campus. Even then, I loved the feel of the place—the open […]
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An important factor to consider when deciding which University to apply for is accommodation! With over 5,750 rooms available, Surrey has a fantastic range of accommodation to suit everyone, no matter your budget or lifestyle. As accommodation is guaranteed for first year students, the majority of students move into halls in their first year and […]
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A day when years of hard work, dedication and sacrifice culminate in a celebration of achievements and new beginnings, Graduation Day is a defining moment in the lives of students. In this blog, we’ll take a closer look at the essence of a Surrey graduation, the honour of delivering a speech and the rollercoaster of […]
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The transition from school to university can spark up different emotions. While some may feel excited, others may find it daunting. It’s important to recognise that allowing yourself to feel whatever emotions arise before embarking on this new adventure is okay. For many, it’s their first time living away from home and there is a […]
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Being a commuter student has become a core part of my everyday routine, and my journey to the University of Surrey is something I’ve grown to genuinely enjoy. I commute from Woking to Guildford, and although the journey is short, it’s carefully planned and fits perfectly into my lifestyle. My day starts at home with […]
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Coming from quite a big city, I was worried that Guildford would be very quiet and not much fun in terms of nightlife. Luckily, I was definitely proven wrong right from my very first week at University. In this blog, I’ll be sharing some of my favourite venues and events at Surrey! Artists at Rubix […]
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December evenings at the University of Surrey carry a charm unlike any other. The days grow shorter, the air crisper, and with each passing moment, the campus transforms into a haven of twinkling lights and festive cheer. As someone who comes from a land where winters feel different, my first December here felt like stepping […]
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Handing in my PhD thesis was one of the best achievements in my life as it was the culmination of four years of hard work and some great experiences. Looking back over those 4 years, I have thought about what advice I would have liked to have received, and a main theme is the PhD […]
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I’m Charles, and I am currently about halfway through my PhD in Experimental Fluid Mechanics. I did my Undergraduate in Aerospace Engineering at Surrey, before deciding that I wanted to be able to work on own project. I saw a studentship advertised for a research topic that I thought I would find interesting, and after […]
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