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Study in the UK

Discover why students love Across the Pond and studying in the UK by reading all about their student experiences! If you want, you can even select specific universities and read more about what students from all over the world thought about their time there.
 

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Angelo
Law, University of Southampton

I studied LLB (Accelerated 2 year Programme) within Southampton Law School at the University of Southampton.

Before I applied to university, I applied to undertake a mini-pupillage (shadowing a barrister) in London with Red Lion… Read more

Allison
Marketing, University of Southampton

WHY DID YOU CHOOSE TO STUDY AT THE UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHAMPTON?

I chose the University of Southampton because I was really interested in the program of study. Most of the Marketing programs I was looking at were just Marketing, whereas, the… Read more

Youstina
Forensic Science, University of Strathclyde

Moving to Glasgow, Scotland to complete my Master’s of Science was the best decision I have ever made. I took a leap forward and decided to pursue a Master’s of Science in Forensic Science at the University of… Read more

Jessica
Law, University of Strathclyde

My experience with Across the Pond was wonderful! My adviser always responded to my e-mail in a quick span of time and encouraged me to what schools would be best for the experience I was looking for. She would help to look over my… Read more

Emily
Forensic Science, University of Strathclyde

WHAT WAS IT LIKE TO SETTLE IN AT STRATHCLYDE UNIVERSITY?

The process of setting into Scottish university life was fairly easy for me. I had just finished my undergraduate degree in June, so I was still in the mindset of a student.… Read more

Emilie
University of Strathclyde

Across the Pond has made an incredible difference in my entire application experience. I have studied abroad once before, that time without anything like Across the Pond, so I can honestly say that Across the Pond's efforts make the… Read more

Sai
University of Surrey

As far as cities in Canada are concerned, everything is huge and vastly spread out. There are tall buildings and massive six lane highways everywhere. So when I made the move from Canada to UK, it was a big change for me. Not only is the… Read more

Holly
Computer/IT, University of Surrey

I am Holly, an undergraduate Computing student from Bellevue, Washington. I was born in California but have spent most of my life in Washington. If you know anything about Washington, I pretty much fit the stereotype. Rain, hippies, and… Read more

Danielle
University of Surrey

When considering doing graduate study, I knew there were a few options on the table. I could stay in the United States and pursue a 2-year master's degree or I could move abroad and complete my master's in one year. Plus, I’d have the… Read more

Sarah
Psychology, Swansea University

WHAT DID YOU DO PRIOR TO STUDYING AT SWANSEA UNIVERSITY?

I studied for my undergraduate degree in Minnesota USA, took a year to work, then moved to Wales.  

WHY DID YOU CHOOSE TO STUDY AT SWANSEA UNIVERSITY?

I studied abroad… Read more

Ella
Swansea University

Studying at Swansea is perhaps the luckiest thing to ever happen to me. I happened to meet two representatives from Across the Pond in high school, and before I knew it, I was on a plane to the UK. The British system was incredibly… Read more

Gaebriel
Art and Design, University for the Creative Arts (UCA)

I would recommend UCA to any creative-minded students because of its easy access to London, the amazing studios and workshops, as well as the professor's connections for job placements after uni.

From the second I walked onto… Read more

Najood
Film and TV, University of Winchester

As an international student, I found it important to attend a university that was safe, social, and welcoming. I wanted to smoothly transition into student living abroad. I was particularly interested in studying in England, and the… Read more

Tiffany
Biology, University of Worcester

I was attracted to the UK’s three-year program that would allow me to focus on the subject I was most passionate about. Additionally, I was looking for a Biology curriculum that took an evolutionary approach. I ultimately chose the… Read more

Cassidy
University of Worcester

I always knew I wanted to go to England but living and being a student at the University of Worcester has gone above my expectations. Every day I learn something new about life and myself. Worcester is perfect, it has just the right… Read more

Ali
Management, University of Worcester

WHERE ARE YOU FROM?

I am from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, in the United States.  

HOW DOES IT FEEL BEING AN INTERNATIONAL STUDENT AT THE UNIVERSITY OF WORCESTER?

For me, I love it. It is a good conversation starter. People are… Read more

Vanessa
University of Worcester

Ever since I could remember I have always wanted to travel to England so I thought I would take the opportunity to study here. I chose Worcester because I wanted the traditional English vibe of the city.

Being an international… Read more

Zahra
Literature, University of York

I was introduced to Across the Pond at a graduate fair at the University of Toronto – if it wasn’t for them, I may never have so easily considered studying in the UK. I am now completing my MA in English Literary Studies at the University… Read more

Stefania
University of York

Across the Pond helped me apply to a number of universities in the UK and made the entire process really easy stress-free. They helped not only with the application process but also with what to expect once I was over there and what I… Read more

Shawna
University of York

Had it not been for Across the Pond and my incredible advisor, I don't know if I would have ended up studying here, in the UK, as I have always wanted to do. The whole process of applying to graduate school is extremely stressful in itself, let… Read more

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