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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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Gisseth
Biology, Queen's University Belfast

Just a year ago, my life took a 180-degree turn. I packed three suitcases and a backpack and left home to embrace the unknown and pursue my dream. Uncertainty and fear intertwined with deep excitement, as it was the first time I left my hometown… Read more

Melissa
Management, University of Essex

I embarked on my study abroad journey with a burning desire for international experiences, cultural immersion, and English language mastery. My aim was not only to broaden my horizons but also to specialize in project management, a field that had… Read more

Wenceslao
Electronics, University of Southampton

My student experience in the UK, guided by Across the Pond, has been a transformative chapter in my life. I chose to embark on this journey to expand my academic and professional horizons, immersing myself in an environment that leads in… Read more

Jocelyn
Energy, Environment, Sustainability, University of Southampton

My journey began when I took the decision to migrate to Ireland to learn English, a fundamental step on my path to pursuing a Master's in Energy and Sustainability at the University of Southampton. Leaving behind my home in Mexico, I embarked on… Read more

Rebecca
Forensic Science, Psychology, University of Roehampton

For as long as I can remember I’ve wanted to study abroad. At the age of 16 when I began my first job and received my first paycheck, I put it in the bank immediately, saving for the day I had an opportunity to travel and live abroad. In high… Read more

Bianca
Biology, University of Chester

I chose to study Infection and Immunity at the University of Chester because it combines my love of the progressive natures of infectious diseases, microbiology and their subsequent roles in our history and evolution, without being limited to… Read more

Tristan
Communication, Media, Public Relations, Brunel University London

I first got in contact with Across the Pond just after graduating with my Bachelor’s Degree. After some looking and job opportunities, I put my applications on hold. I contacted my student advisor again and picked up where I left off. After… Read more

Thao
Marketing, MBA, Bangor University

Having previously studied abroad in Denmark, I wasn’t a stranger to living in a different country. From that experience, I wanted the chance to live abroad again. A couple years after I graduated from undergrad, quite a few people I knew had… Read more

Jordan
Psychology, University of Chester

I found out about Across the Pond just doing online searches for master’s programs. I eventually wanted to enter a PhD program and knew a master’s degree would make my application more competitive. When I saw that I could get a master’s degree in… Read more

Taniya
Nursing, University of Roehampton

I did not originally choose to study in London. I started at a university in America before deciding to transfer once I studied abroad for 3 months. I loved the diversity on campus, the freedom that came from living in a different country, and… Read more

Lillian
Creative Writing, Journalism, Middlesex University London

My experience as a student within the UK University began when I was a student in the states. Back when I was a freshman at a small school in North Carolina, and by small, I mean there were 1,200 students normally, but during my year there, only… Read more

Alexander
Psychology, University of Roehampton

After finishing my undergraduate degrees in sociology and politics, I felt lost, confused, and without a clue as to what to do afterwards. I decided to try out different career options like working as a study abroad advisor for my previous… Read more

Komal
Law, University of Law

I am originally from Canada and decided to study law in the UK. When I applied with Across the Pond originally, I was 21 years old and wanted to pursue my education further and wanted to experience something new. I had lived in the same country… Read more

Olivia
Physiotherapy, Brunel University London

My experience studying in the UK has been amazing so far! I am originally from Canada and leaving home to study abroad for two years was hard and scary at the beginning but now halfway through my UK experience it has given me opportunities that I… Read more

Pavneet
Law, University of Law

I am a Canadian student who applied through Across the Pond. When I was looking at where I wanted to go to university, I looked at many different countries and cities and decided on the UK which is home to some of the top-ranked… Read more

Marla
Physiotherapy, Brunel University London

I took a significant leap, and I absolutely have no regrets! Studying abroad has always been a dream of mine. I was in a challenging phase in my life, and I decided it would be the best time to challenge myself and embrace a new experience.… Read more

Ashley
Creative Writing, University of Aberdeen

Moving to the UK has always been a dream of mine. With the help of Across the Pond, they were able to turn this dream into a reality. I always knew that I wanted to study abroad in the UK – I mean, who wouldn’t? The UK is absolutely stunning;… Read more

Magnus
Economics, Politics/International Relations, King's College London

I did my bachelor’s in Political Economy at NTNU Trondheim, Norway. No Norwegian university offered this as a master’s programme – I would have to choose between PolSci or Econ/Finance. Since I wanted both, the only option was to move abroad. I… Read more

Pernille
Psychology, Sports, University of Roehampton

Studying abroad has been one of the best decisions I have done in my life. Starting at high school I did a foreign exchange program to the USA where I had one of the best years in my life. Moving back home was great, but I was still eager to… Read more

Erika
Communication, Media, Regent's University London

After completing my bachelor's degree in political science at the University of Oslo, I developed an interest in how the media landscape influences political processes. I wasn't able to go on an exchange program during my bachelor's degree as I… Read more

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