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.

Three questions to ask an academic on an Open Day

University Open Days are a great way to learn more about a university, from seeing the campus and facilities, talking to current students about student life and speaking to academics to get an insight into the courses you’re considering. Asking questions outside of the information you can find online is one of the best ways […]


Picking a society that’s for you

Welcome Week Coming to university is incredibly daunting and stressful, especially during your first week. This is why Surrey has Welcome Week. It allows you to settle into your accommodation, meet new people and find your way around before starting lectures. Coming to university was a big step to my independence, I had never lived […]


How to make your personal statement stand out

Your personal statement provides an opportunity to tell Universities why you are suitable for the course/s you’re applying for. This includes explaining why you want to study the particular course/s and the skills you have demonstrated through academic and extracurricular activities to support your suitability. Think of it as an opportunity to tell the University […]


Top 10 essential items for moving into halls

What do you need to pack when moving into Student Halls? It can be really easy to overpack with things you want rather than what you actually need, but it’s all about having a balance! This blog will be going through 10 essential items for moving into halls! 1- Photo’s of your family and friends […]


Freshers’ Week explained

Your first week at university is always exciting but also incredibly daunting. As the 2021 freshers’ week draws ever closer, I thought it would be a good idea to give a little explanation as to what to expect from the week and also share some of my own experiences. Moving In When I started university, […]


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