One of the first things I thought of after accepting my offer from the University of Kent was, “how am I going to cope with the unpredictable and often wet… Read more

Arriving in Scotland

I flew into Glasgow, Scotland about three weeks ago, and since then everything has been a whirlwind, but in the best way! I took an… Read more

Gaitas, faldas a cuadros y hermosos unicornios son algunos de los símbolos representativos de Escocia, una de las cuatro naciones que integran el Reino Unido. Sin embargo, esta nación tiene vida propia, una cultura, historia… Read more

What was it like to arrive in the UK? Was the visa easy or more complicated?

I arrived at Glasgow International Airport early in the morning on a… Read more

It was finally time to prepare for this day: the day I had to get a job after earning a master’s degree – Day one of “adulting”. I followed the steps to… Read more

Studying in the UK can take a lot of planning and patience throughout the application process. But once the seemingly endless waiting game to depart for the UK is… Read more

So, you’ve finally made it to the UK, and you’ve found out it’s not exactly like home. Now what? Have no fear, I am going to walk you through 3 points that… Read more

Throughout my time in England I enjoyed living on campus and my studies very much, and although I spent much of my time engaged in classwork, I found several opportunities to explore cities outside Canterbury and within an… Read more

Studying in the UK is a fun and exciting adventure! Despite being part of the Commonwealth and being an English speaking country like Canada, there are still some… Read more

Working in the UK

Having a job can be a great way to see a new place from a different perspective. You will likely interact with more locals and people… Read more

When considering studying abroad in the UK, it’s likely crossed your mind that you might want to join a club, a team or an society. Hopefully you’ve… Read more

Starting your Master's is a big step and is an exciting new chapter in your life, but the work and stress that can come along with it can be demanding at times!… Read more

England is a fascinating place to visit and live, and there is plenty to see and do even outside London. Here, we highlight the uniqueness and quintessential… Read more

Going abroad can mean leaving your pet behind, which can be hard. Unlike our human family and friends, our furry friends haven’t quite grasped the concept of Skype yet. Being abroad, you’ll experience bouts of… Read more

One of the many wonderful things about England whether in a tiny village or a large city is the ability to explore the culture and history by simply… Read more

As a postgraduate literature student, I actively seek out literature-based trips during my down time, ranging, as you’ll see from the academic to pleasure… Read more

It is very easy to have a fun time in the UK, and it is even easier to do it while spending lots of money. I love living in London and I want to enjoy the experience the best I can, but I’m also managing it on a student budget.… Read more

“So what are your plans after graduation?” What a loaded question. Most students dread this, but I was equipped, ready, and excited to answer with “I’m… Read more

Last week, a stranger asked me if I had any expectations about Scotland before I moved. I thought for a moment. Castles? Rolling hills? Cliffs? Bagpipes? Whiskey? I admitted to all the clichés (at least I was honest). He laughed and asked if… Read more