I am a second-year Politics student, as well as a commuter and single parent. So how do I juggle everything? This semester, I had in-person teaching only on Monday and Tuesday, so out of the four modules, one was on Monday, and three were on Tuesday. This meant that I was able to work and […]
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My experience Choosing a university is a huge decision, and for me, the University of Surrey stood out from the very start. My journey began when I was about 15 years old, during a school trip where I was lucky enough to visit the campus. Even then, I loved the feel of the place—the open […]
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An important factor to consider when deciding which University to apply for is accommodation! With over 5,750 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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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I have joined a lot of societies, but the most impactful one for me has been Surrey EARS (Electronics, Amateur Radio & Space Society), both for my career and my university life in general. I would never have guessed that joining a society could be one of the ways I would make meaningful friendships and […]
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When I started university, I wanted to join a society that would help me stay active alongside my studies and give me the opportunity to meet new people. Having enjoyed gymnastics previously, joining the Gymnastics Society felt like the perfect way to do both. One of the best things about being part of the society […]
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I discovered the Surrey Angels at the Fresher’s Fair in my first year. Between hearing about all their competitions and seeing the uniforms they got to compete in, I decided to give it a go. I had done gymnastics and dance as a kid, so I already had some of the flexibility and tumbling skills […]
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Hi, my name is Amy and I am a third-year veterinary student here at Surrey. The transition to university was very scary for me, I am definitely a home body and even now I am in third year, I still get homesick (mainly from missing my dogs- Margo and Mavis). It was really crucial for […]
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If someone had told me when I first came to university that one of the biggest parts of my experience would be a society, I probably wouldn’t have expected it. Like most students, I wanted to make friends, enjoy university life and find my place in a new environment. I also wanted to grow in […]
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Navigating university as a neurodiverse student can be challenging, particularly when managing increasing academic responsibilities and the change in structure that higher education brings. Because of this, I have found it important to study in an environment that supports its students and provides reasonable accommodations, which I have experienced at the University of Surrey. The […]
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