Surrey meets Japan

The experiences of a Japanese student at Surrey

A Year in Review: Highlights from My Time at the University of Surrey

As my academic year at the University of Surrey approaches its end, I would like to take a moment to reflect on some of the highlights and memorable experiences that have shaped my time here. From academics to cultural exchange and social life, the past year has been transformative in many ways. Here are some […]


One-Year Experience in a Diverse Student Accommodation

Living in a culturally diverse environment offers a unique opportunity for personal growth and cross-cultural understanding. Over the past year, my experience in a student accommodation provided not only an exposure to various global traditions but also created meaningful connections that made my academic and social life deeper and more interesting. This blog reflects on […]


How to Reduce Tuition Fees as an International Student – Financial Talk

Have you ever thought about what if your tuition fee was less? Tuition fees for international students cannot be said to be cheap. This blog will introduce some possible ways to reduce your tuition as well as to receive financial support from the perspective of a Japanese student. List of Contents Government – UK/Japan One […]


Academic Differences Between Japan and the UK: My Experience at the University of Surrey

I have been going to school throughout my life until my current study, MSc in Digital Marketing, at the University of Surrey. Additionally, until my undergraduate days, I had never enrolled in a private school. Therefore, adapting to the UK academic style was also an exciting experience for me. However, people sometimes struggle to get […]


How I Overcame Homesickness as an International Student

Homesickness is quite a common thing that many international students experience because it is difficult for them to meet people they know. Especially if you are from a country that is far from the UK, it could be challenging due to the time and cost you need to go back, which makes it less easy […]


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