Surrey student experience

Current students share their thoughts on planning for university, student life and what it’s like to study at the University of Surrey.

University of Surrey Graduation Day: A day of honour, speeches and emotions

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 […]


Getting started at uni

Starting University can be a daunting experience for so many, but I can guarantee that once you’ve settled in, made a few friends and started your classes, it will become so much easier and you’ll start to really enjoy your new undergraduate life. Here are a few of my top tips for starting university and […]


Making the most of your time at uni

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 […]


Prioritising mental health and self-care at uni

Looking after your mental health and well-being is an important aspect of your overall experience as a university student. Although your university years bring much joy, it’s only natural for various challenges to also present. While not all of them are predictable, they might range from managing your workload to dealing with personal and social […]


Accommodation at University of Surrey

An important factor to consider when deciding which University to apply for is accommodation! With over 6,000 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 […]


Budgeting and earning money alongside your degree

It can be hard to keep track of your money, especially with the current cost of living crisis, so here are some tips and advice on making the most of your budget and earning money alongside your degree. First, let’s go through some of the options you can use to help yourself stay on top […]


Activities beyond the University of Surrey

Whilst there are many activities on offer at the University of Surrey, there’s also plenty to do in Guildford and the surrounding area! From day trips to London to pottery and walks around the Surrey countryside, here are a few of the many activities you can do to have a break from your studies. Guildford […]


Working in the South of France: My Summer Placement

As a Modern Languages student, I had the opportunity to do a placement year abroad in between second year and final year. I spent a total of 11 months abroad with 8 months in Spain as an English Language Assistant with the British Council and then 3 months in France as a tour guide and […]


University of Surrey Open Days

Open days offer a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the atmosphere of the university that could become your home for the next few years. Here’s an overview of what you can anticipate from attending an Open Day at the University of Surrey: Registration process To attend an Open Day at Surrey, you’ll need to […]


University of Surrey Contextual Offer

Hi! My name’s Baseer and I’m currently a final-year Business Management (Marketing) student at the University of Surrey. I’ve loved my time here, but I know how daunting it can feel going to university, so I thought I’d shed some light on Surrey’s contextual offer scheme. I’ll go through what it is and how you […]


Welcome to Surrey’s Tourism, Hospitality and Events Society

We are Hannah and Hannah, the 2023/24 Co-Presidents of the Tourism, Hospitality and Events Society (T.H.E) here at the University of Surrey and we are delighted to share what we are all about! 2023/24 Committee Networking events Our society brings like-minded individuals together to connect, collaborate and grow personally and professionally. At the core of […]


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