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Arriving in the United Kingdom for the first time was a completely new experience for me. I was not coming for a short holiday, a conference, or a brief visit. I was coming for a longer period, with a clear academic… Read more

When I first joined the University of Manchester, I decided that I did not want to only pass through the university. I wanted the university to pass through me. For me, university life is not only about… Read more

Many civil engineering students dream of becoming structural engineers. I was one of them. From the outside, structural engineering can look like the perfect course for someone who is good at mathematics… Read more

Coming from Singapore, I had mentally prepared for a lot of things before moving to Manchester. The cold. The accents. Finding decent food. What I had not prepared for was the… Read more

Before I left Singapore for Manchester, people kept warning me about the rain. I grew up in Singapore, where it rains heavily and often, so those warnings never really landed. I figured… Read more

When I was applying for Aerospace Engineering at the University of Manchester, I pictured a degree packed with hands-on projects, CAD software, workshops, things you could… Read more

My first five minutes in Manchester did not go to plan. I landed at the airport with heavy bags, a head full of nerves, and absolutely no idea that the luggage trolleys required coins to release. Everyone around me seemed to know… Read more

Living in the UK was an experience that was possible thanks to the University dedicated teams for receiving worldwide students, for example the Leeds University Union. I was embarking on a STEM program that had lots of additional… Read more

After a year of studying in London, I am left with a wealth of experiences and knowledge. In addition to gaining new insights into Psychology, I also developed valuable skills and perspectives outside the university setting. 

I study “Business Management with Entrepreneurship” at Edinburgh Napier University in Scotland, and I have had a very positive experience so far. What I like most is how included and welcome you feel as a student. The modules are well… Read more

Choosing to pursue a Master's degree abroad was not a decision I took lightly, but it has turned out to be one of the best choices I have made. As someone who completed my… Read more

I applied to study in the Pre-Registration MSc Physiotherapy course at Oxford Brookes University and received my unconditional offer to start the following year. I had applied to physiotherapy programs in Canada, UK and Australia this… Read more

Hi! My name is Laura, I’m 26 years old, and I’m currently enjoying my third and final year at Falmouth University, studying Costume Design for Film & TV.

Before moving to England, I was born and raised in Colombia… Read more

Choosing to move to a different country is not a simple decision; with the cost, the distance, and the process of getting a visa, there are many steps that can make it intimidating. Let me assure you, however, that if coming to the… Read more

My move to Scotland didn’t feel real until I stepped into Aberdeen Airport, fresh from a 9.5-hour flight from Toronto. I staggered off the plane and walked towards baggage claim. Alone. I felt tired, thirsty, and completely unprepared… Read more

Time passes quickly in Aberdeen. The leaves drop without warning and the sun sets earlier every day. It’s hard to believe that two months have passed since the beginning of the semester. I’ve submitted essays, worked on group… Read more

I arrived at Glasgow International Airport early in the morning on a cloudy day in August. Passengers from my flight seemed to be the only ones in queue… Read more

I flew into Glasgow, Scotland about three weeks ago, and since then everything has been a whirlwind, but in the best way! I took an overnight flight from Toronto with my family, so when I arrived I was quite tired… Read more

Dreaming about this one stage in my life for the past few years and having it come to fruition as I arrived in London, this was a new beginning and chapter of my life. I know, it sounds pretty climatic and it was (I’d like to think so… Read more

A common question I get asked here is: why did you choose Scotland to study education? My answer is maybe a little more complicated than other international students, but it involves the coming together of a great programme and some… Read more