One of the best things I told myself before going to University (after having lots of people tell me the same), was to get involved! And, I am so grateful for sticking to this promise, as my first year may have looked totally different without it. What can I do? When you’re faced with thinking […]
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I was worried before I started at university that there wouldn’t be enough support, only because I thought university was like an extremely independent place, where you had to do everything yourself. But I was so wrong! Since starting at the University of Surrey I have had so much support and continue to do so […]
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As you will all be aware, social distancing measures and protocols have been in place everywhere in the UK to keep people safe in the current climate we are in – the Covid-19 pandemic. This has meant that places have had to adapt to new structures and ways of doing things in order to maintain […]
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What is a placement year? Most courses at the University of Surrey offer you the opportunity to partake in a placement year. This can be working in industry, studying abroad or both. Personally, I believe it’s a great opportunity and it is the perfect chance to explore the careers and job prospects within your course. […]
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Moving to university is a huge deal, moving away from family and friends is scary but I found becoming a tenant even more daunting. So, I wanted to share my experience of moving from halls to a second-year house. Your options After you’ve finished your first year in halls you have a few options as […]
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There’s a lot to think about when starting university, but one thing that stands out is having to manage your own finances. Many students have had part-time work before joining first year and therefore will have some experience with money management, however it’s a slightly different story when you are paying for your own rent, […]
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