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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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Paola
Law, University of Aberdeen

When I decided to study in the United Kingdom, I knew that this opportunity meant not only a quality education, but also the unique possibility of exploring one of the countries with the greatest historical and cultural richness in… Read more

Paola
Law, University of Aberdeen
Chasing a Dream

Since childhood, I have been passionate about acquiring new knowledge and, over the years, I discovered Intellectual Property Law as a fascinating field that connects creativity, innovation, and legal frameworks.… Read more

Claudia
Entrepreneurship, University of Leeds

What the UK gave me was much more than a university degree.I cannot put into words everything I learned during this year and how transformative it has been for my life.

To be honest, studying in the UK was never a… Read more

Jessica
Computer/IT, Queen's University Belfast

My dream of studying abroad finally came true in the United Kingdom.I chose this destination because of its academic excellence, its postgraduate programmes with a practical focus, and the cultural diversity it offers. What especially… Read more

Gabriela
Culture, University of Nottingham

I’ll be honest: I arrived at the University of Nottingham to begin my PhD in Critical Theory and Cultural Studies with a great deal of fear. Although years earlier I had completed a master’s degree in the UK and already knew what it… Read more

Gabriela
Culture, Literature, University of Sussex

I arrived in Brighton to pursue an MA in Modern and Contemporary Literature, Culture and Thought at the University of Sussex. I chose the United Kingdom for the academic excellence of its universities, but what I found exceeded all… Read more

Tanya Sofía
Marketing, University of Winchester

Maybe I won’t start the way you’d expect; actually, it all began with a trip. I had never thought about studying in the UK, but I had always dreamed of visiting London. For as long as I can remember, it's been my favourite place, maybe… Read more

Ana Sofia
Marketing, Social Media, Sosiology, University of York
The “Why” York

I had been searching for a long time for a program that combined sociology and technology in equal parts. Most of what I found was either too technical or too focused on the humanities. When I discovered the one at the… Read more

Luis
Aerospace, Engineering, Mechanical, University of Strathclyde
Studying in the United Kingdom

One of the main reasons that motivated me to study in the UK was the challenge of experiencing and adapting to a new and interesting culture such as the British one, as well as other language and a… Read more

Molly
Culture, English, Literature, Royal Holloway, University of London

What I didn't quite realise before starting university was the vastness of extracurricular activities I would encounter. University is truly like its own little world with such a range of societies, events and things to take part of… Read more

Molly
Culture, English, Literature, Royal Holloway, University of London

Applying to a university in the UK – in my case, Royal Holloway, University of London (RHUL) – was an exciting, but at times rather complicated, process. As a Swedish student who completed the International Baccalaureate (IB) in high… Read more

Erica
Human Resources, University of Roehampton

I completed my whole undergrad degree at the University of Roehampton. If you’re considering where to study, here are four reasons why Roehampton could be the perfect choice for you: 

1. A Beautiful Campus

One of… Read more

Miriam
Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Newcastle University

My main inspiration for studying in the UK was my passion for learning English. I was captivated by the UK as a multicultural country that brings together people from all over the world. The education system here is excellent, and I… Read more

Giselle
Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Newcastle University

Studying in the United Kingdom was an unparalleled experience. I am an industrial engineer dedicated to supply chain management; mitigating the environmental impact has become my greatest passion. I chose to study in the UK because, in… Read more

Maria Fernanda
Festival and Event Management, Edinburgh Napier University

My dream was always to study in the UK, and now I'm living that dream. The process was much easier with the help of Across the Pond, who made my life SO much easier by helping me with the paperwork and the necessary requirements. They… Read more

Maria Fernanda
Festival and Event Management, Edinburgh Napier University

My dream was always to live in the UK, and I can say I've achieved it!!! I'm living my dream of living here while studying for a master's degree. It's something I never imagined would happen, but dreams do exist, and here I am, writing… Read more

Juan Carlos
Finance, Management, University of Birmingham

Hi, I’m Juan Carlos from Chile, and a year ago I decided to take a big step. I put my life on hold in Chile, my job, my family and my friends, to pursue a dream and study in the United Kingdom. It wasn’t an easy decision, but I wanted… Read more

Cristina
Law, University of York
Why Study Abroad?

For me, studying abroad has been as much about personal growth as it has been about academics. Moving across the world forced me to become more independent and to figure out how to adapt quickly to a new environment… Read more

Cristina
Law, University of York
Getting Around York

York is super walkable, which I love, but buses are handy too. As a student you can ride free on the U1 and U2 buses within campus. The U1 is free until Green Dykes Lane and the U2 is free  until The Retreat.… Read more

Erica
Human Resources, University of Roehampton

After living on campus for two years, I decided to try something new and live off campus. It was time to step out of my comfort zone at Roehampton and experience London in a different way. Another uni friend and I started looking for… Read more

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