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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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Samantha
English, Literature, University of Birmingham

Even though Humanities are not a valued field in general, I always had the impression that in the UK they were appreciated more than in my country.  From the number of museums, activities and, of course, university degrees. I… 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

Diego
Law

For years I had been drawn to its history, culture, and of course, the music that has come out of this island. Living in London was an experience I didn’t want to miss in my lifetime. Beyond that, though, my greatest motivation was to… 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

Erica
Human Resources, University of Roehampton

If you’re planning to study at Roehampton and considering living on campus, you might be wondering what that’s really like. During my first two years, I lived in Roehampton student accommodation. First in Shaw House on the main campus… Read more

Ananya
Medicine/biomedicine, University of Dundee

Hi, I’m Ananya, and I am an international student from Norway studying in the UK, specifically in Dundee, Scotland. Starting September, I will be in my 3rd year, studying BSc Biomedical Sciences. I have loved it here in Scotland, and I… Read more

Ivania
Accounting, Finance, University of Birmingham
What motivated you to study in the United Kingdom

After working for six years, and facing the uncertainty of leaving my professional and financial stability, I decided to take the leap and pursue my dream of living abroad. I felt ready… Read more

Luz
Architecture, Conservation, Kingston University London

When I first stepped off the plane at Heathrow, I had no idea how quickly London would start to feel like home. From finding my accommodation to joining my university course, the whole journey of moving to another country has been far… Read more

Mariana Gabriela
Environment, Sustainability, University of Strathclyde

When I told people back in Mexico I was heading to Scotland for my Master's in Sustainability and Environmental Studies at the University of Strathclyde, I got some puzzled looks. "Scotland? Where is that! Isn't it cold?" they'd say.… Read more

Laura Susana
Entrepreneurship, University of Leeds

For a long time, I dreamed of living abroad, and the United Kingdom had always caught my attention. I was drawn to its history, its culture, and, of course, the quality of its education. When I discovered the University of Leeds and… Read more

Angeles
Engineering, Medicine/biomedicine, University of Strathclyde
Where My Dream Began

Since I was 17, I dreamed of studying abroad. I always felt that the best way to grow was to step outside what you already know, so I promised myself that one day I’d do my postgraduate studies outside Mexico. For… Read more

Erica
Human Resources, University of Roehampton

Starting university can feel overwhelming, especially if you're moving to a new place or don’t know anyone. One of the best ways to meet people, stay active, and build community is by joining a sports team. Most universities offer a… Read more

Erica
Human Resources, University of Roehampton

Studying in London has honestly been one of the best and most exciting decisions I’ve ever made. I moved here a few years ago, and the city has so much to offer! Not just amazing universities, but also loads of character, energy and… Read more

Thea
Film and TV, University of Winchester

I am Thea, a 22-year-old film production student from Norway, currently starting my 3rd and last year at the University of Winchester. I decided 3 years ago to study abroad in England and got I help through Across the Pond to get there… Read more

Thea
Film and TV, University of Winchester

Moving to a new country to pursue higher education is a major step—filled with both excitement and uncertainty. As a Norwegian student who chose to study Film Production at the University of Winchester, I can confidently say that this… Read more

Thea
Film and TV, University of Winchester

When I moved from Norway to the UK to study, I chose to live in student accommodation. At 20 years old, I was slightly older than many of the first-year students, and I wasn’t sure how it would feel to live with people who were mostly… Read more

Selene
Business, Management, Oxford Brookes University

My first encounter with Europe was a very special discovery: everything that had once been a story or an image was right in front of me. Since childhood, I had heard about castles, kings, ancient monuments, and magical places, but… Read more

Ajla
Astrophysics, Physics, University of Manchester

It’s the cliché of all cliches, leaving your small town and watching the horizon broaden. Writers way above my paygrade have relished in watching your life disappear in the rearview and waiting for your bones to grow old enough that… Read more

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