Surrey meets Canada

The process of Applying for, Interviewing and/ or Auditioning for University can be daunting, time consuming and expensive as an International Student. That is not to say it isn’t exciting to be planning your future education and career, but there are definitely a few things I wish I’d known before embarking on this process. In […]

It’s no secret that attending University is an expensive investment. Of course we plan for this investment will pay off in the future, but in the mean time it can feel like you’re spending a lot of money day to day when you factor in tuition and the cost of living. Many students live on […]

One of the biggest questions International Students face when preparing to study abroad is how will they stay connected to home? Moving to a new country for school can feel daunting at first and it’s important you have the right support to make the transition as smooth as possible. When I speak to friends from […]

One of the benefits of studying in Guildford is that London is only a 40 minute train ride away. And for a Musical Theatre student, that means endless trips to the West End Theatre District! If you aren’t aware, the West End is the equivalent of Broadway in the UK where you’ll find major blockbuster […]

Many International Students will travel home or abroad during the University’s Winter Vacation. And during a global pandemic that can mean there are added hoops to jump through during your travels. I’ve compiled a list of tips and tricks to help make those travel days just a bit smoother! Tip 1: Give yourself lots of […]

Hello prospective and current University of Surrey Students! My name is Claire and I am currently in my first year of an MFA Degree in Musical Theatre at the Guildford School of Acting! Hailing from Vancouver, Canada I find myself in the land of Tea and Fish & Chips because well… why not? But actually, […]