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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Many of you have a lot of questions about what life is like studying to be a Vet. Interestingly enough, I am also curious what will be different come September when I return to my studies. However, never fear, this won’t stop me doing my best to answer your most asked questions. *Disclaimer Alert* – […]
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Starting at a new University, in a new place, living with new people away from home can seem very daunting, but it doesn’t have to be. In this blog post, I will give you some tips about getting to know your flatmates and how you can become a big family; understand and cooperate with one […]
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Moving away from home is one of the biggest changes/challenges that happens when you go to university. When I first moved into halls, I was extremely excited to be living on my own for the first time, however it didn’t take long to feel a little bit homesick. By adding a few bits and bobs […]
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