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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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Mycayla
Management, Loughborough University London

I studied abroad in my undergrad and have always loved Europe. I love how easy and cheap it is to travel. I really just wanted to travel and move abroad. I decided to apply to universities all over the world. I loved that the UK had a 2-… Read more

Steven
History, Queen's University Belfast

I chose to study my Master’s in Public History at Queen’s University Belfast. I’d studied Belfast previously and was always interested in its modern history of conflict, reconciliation, and public commemoration. So, that led me to… Read more

Vince
Politics/International Relations, University of Roehampton

I found my entire time studying abroad to be life-changing. London, England is a whole new world in itself; with a much different culture, architecture, and atmosphere than my hometown of Austin, Texas. I choose to study at the University… Read more

Justine
Film and TV, University for the Creative Arts (UCA)

During my gap year, one of my friends from England recommended that I apply to schools in the UK. I decided that studying abroad would be a great opportunity to see more of the world while furthering my education. I researched many… Read more

Ben
History, Goldsmiths, University of London

In UK universities you are given more responsibility from day one. In an undergraduate setting a class will be broken into two sections, you will have a lecture lead by a more senior academic that will have 50 people in it. Then you will… Read more

Mikkel
Business, Maritime, Solent University

Studying in Southampton can offer a rich and fulfilling academic experience. Southampton is a vibrant city located on the south coast of England, known for its prestigious universities and diverse cultural scene. There are several reasons… Read more

Fride-Helen
Business, Management, University of Chester

Studying in the UK has been a good experience for me, and it has given me the opportunity to grow as an individual but also as a member of groups and societies. I decided to study in the UK, because I wanted to experience other cultures… Read more

Celine
Anthropology, University of Liverpool

Ever since I was a child, I have dreamed of living and studying abroad. I decided quite quickly that the UK was the place for me. Not only do they offer great Universities and beautiful scenery, but it's also not too far from home. My… Read more

Amanda
Culture, Psychology, Brunel University London

I had no experience of living alone and in another country. I never thought of studying in English and abroad until I found out that my friend was doing it and that it is possible to 1) study masters in psychology without the requirement… Read more

Torje
Coaching, Football, Management, University Campus of Football Business (Etihad)

I arrived at the Etihad stadium as a very nervous and excited guy. Now with only a couple of months left I am so glad that I decided to make the move to move abroad to a different country, with a different culture and far away from home.… Read more

Amelia
Business, Communication, Oxford Brookes University

“If you reject the food, ignore the customs, fear the religion and avoid the people, you might better stay home” -James Michener.

Hi there! My name is Amelia and I’m writing to share my student experience after using Across the… Read more

Veronica
Landscape Architecture, University of Sheffield

Have you ever wondered how studying abroad could change your life? In my case, I never imagined the turns that life would take with this decision, but it is a fact that I have reflected on over the years.  

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July Samary
Business, University of Nottingham

I have always loved the UK since I can remember. Perhaps it's the history or its influence all over the world, culturally, its epic landscapes, or Jane Austen that made me eager to learn more about it. I always dreamt of living in a place… Read more

José Diego
Biology, Chemistry, Health Sciences, Medicine, University of Aberdeen

I have always wanted to pursue a scientific career, focusing on improving medical treatments, particularly for cancer and autoimmune diseases. As such, studying at one of the leading universities in medical sciences in the UK had always… Read more

Ewan
Drama/Theatre/Acting, Royal Holloway, University of London

I had stumbled across an advertisement for Across the Pond while I was scrolling through Facebook. I was working a full time job, saving up to move to the UK to pursue professional actor training with one specific conservatoire in mind,… Read more

Sellah
Law, University of Sussex

When moving to the UK, I was naive about what moving to a new country was going to entail. From figuring out a new healthcare system, and setting up a bank account, to grocery shopping, there are a lot of logistics to figure out. With all… Read more

Jeremy
Law, University of Kent

I am a Canadian alumnus of the University of Kent’s Law School who graduated with a First-Class Senior Status LLB Bachelor of Laws and the first Canadian to complete the Bar Practice Course at the Inns of Court College of Advocacy.

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Diana
Drama/Theatre/Acting, Falmouth University

BUT, WHO AM I?

Hello, my name is Diana, and I am a 19 years old international student at Falmouth University. In this document, I write a little bit about my university experience in hopes of answering some of the question the majority of… Read more

Sara
Business, University of Nottingham

After working in the Marketing area of a multinational company in Mexico, I decided that studying a masters degree in the United Kingdom was the next step to take in my academic/professional life, my life plan has always been to own a… Read more

Angelica
Environment, University of York

Hi! My name is Angélica, I`m a Mexican that studied a Master of Science in Green Chemistry and Sustainable Industrial Technology at the University of York, mainly because the course would complement my career as an Environmental Engineer… Read more

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