International students at Surrey

Our International students share their experiences of moving to the UK, settling into life at Surrey and studying in a new country.

How Surrey supports International students 

Hello everyone, my name is Risper Okello, currently in my final year of my undergraduate studies in BSc Economics and Finance. Studying at the University of Surrey as an international student has been a journey filled with both highs and lows. I moved from Kenya for the very first time to study in the UK, […]


A view from an African student at Surrey

Hello everyone, my name is Risper Okello, currently in my final year of my undergraduate studies in BSc Economics and Finance. Moving to a new country as a student is never easy, but as an African student, the experience can feel especially overwhelming. I moved from Kenya for the very first time to study in the UK, and starting […]


My Top 5 Surrey Experiences

I’m Jolene, a final-year BSc Nutrition student. My experiences in Surrey went far beyond just academics. Studying abroad pushed me out of my comfort zone in ways I didn’t expect, and along the way, I’ve made so many heart-warming memories I could never forget. 1. Experiencing British culture first-hand One of the most meaningful parts […]


Personal Challenges at Lessons learned

I’m Jolene, a BSc Nutrition student in my final year of studies. As graduation draws closer, I’ve been thinking a lot about my past 3 years here, all the good and bad that comes along with it. As exciting as it was to start this new chapter, the reality of living abroad came with adjustments […]


From Trials and Tribulations to Cheers and Congratulations – challenges and lessons learned as a Surrey Student

As my second year of university comes to an end, I have taken some time to reflect on the challenges I have faced and the lessons I have learned. Naturally, one’s time at university is a time of growth and elevation; however growth is often uncomfortable and challenging. The first challenge I faced was making […]


A view from a Chinese student at Surrey

Hi, my name is Yang. I am a final-year Psychology student at Surrey. I came to Surrey after completing an International Baccalaureate (IB) program, which has prepared me for undergraduate courses as an intense high school program. However, my academic readiness still left me struggling through Biological Psychology, so be prepared for the science aspect […]


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