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.

Part-time jobs at uni: Surrey Student Enterprise

The University of Surrey’s Student Enterprise is the place to be if you’re a student or recent Surrey graduate interested in starting, developing, or boosting an existing business. I am currently an Engagement Assistant for the programme and have been since June 2021. It has been a fun yet insightful experience so far, and although […]


Surrey Students’ Union: Meet your Sabbs

What is a Students’ Union? The Students’ Union is a student-led charity, focusing on supporting Surrey students, bringing people together, representing students’ academic issues and creating opportunities for students to get involved in volunteering, societies, and socials. Events and Support To start the academic year, the Union organises Freshers’ events in Surrey’s own nightclub Rubix. […]


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 […]


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