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I’m a SOAS Student - Ask me anything! :ciao:

Reply 1

username5960917

What do you study?

Reply 2

sara907

I'm a SOAS student too!
I study LLB Law with a year abroad and I'm going into my second year - I'm happy to answer any questions!

Sara (Official SOAS Student Rep) :h:

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by username5960917

What do you study?

I'm completing my MSc in Migration, Mobility and Development Studies!

Reply 4

mollylae67

hey! was it easy making friends once accepted and any tips for anyone going in?

Reply 5

Maymunaa87

Hey I’m going to do law, what are you studying. :smile:

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by mollylae67

hey! was it easy making friends once accepted and any tips for anyone going in?

Hi @mollyae67, I would recommend joining societies during freshers week. Societies hold regular social events. For example, last year, the law society held a boat party that was open to all SOAS students( great for socialising)! I would also recommend putting yourself out there and start conversations with new people!

Happy to help if you have any more questions!

Warmest,

H

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by Maymunaa87

Hey I’m going to do law, what are you studying. :smile:

I study LLB law!

H

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by username5960917

What do you study?

Arabic and International Relations and currently in my final year, what are you thinking of studying at University?

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by SOAS Official Student Rep Two

I'm completing my MSc in Migration, Mobility and Development Studies!

Amazing! Where are you studying your masters and how's the jump from undergrad to masters ?

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Hi, I am a SOAS student in my second year of MA Iranian Studies and Intensive Persian. Ask me anything!

-A

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by username5960917

What do you study?

Hi I'm a final year student, studying Arabic and International Relations. Happy to answer any questions!

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I'm a final year BA Chinese student 🙂

Reply 13

crude-ferment

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by SOAS

I’m a SOAS Student - Ask me anything! :ciao:

Hi, are most students international students? Am interested in law.

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by crude-ferment

Hi, are most students international students? Am interested in law.

SOAS has a diverse student body, and while a significant portion of the student population is international, it also attracts many students from the UK. The university’s global focus and specialized expertise in regions like Asia, Africa, and the Middle East naturally appeal to students from all over the world. This diversity enriches the learning environment, as students bring varied perspectives to discussions, especially in fields like law.

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by sara907

I'm a SOAS student too!
I study LLB Law with a year abroad and I'm going into my second year - I'm happy to answer any questions!
Sara (Official SOAS Student Rep) :h:

hii i’m thinking of applying to law and law with a year abroad. where are you planning on going abroad? what are the pros and cons of doing law with a year abroad and what did you get in your a levels? thanks 😅

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by Anonymous

Hi there,

Different person but I am completing my Law LLB as well, although I confess I'm not doing LLB with Year Abroad.

Generally speaking, I guess the pros of going on a Year Abroad come if you are interested in either learning a language with your degree or if you want to law in a different jurisdiction. It's also an opportunity to explore a whole new country with your cohort, so it's like an extended educational holiday. Most students I have heard from, who partook in the year abroad programme, really enjoyed their time there. It is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity and you might find that you actually really enjoy the idea of working in that jurisdiction or you could enjoy your stay in your chosen country and have something amazing to mention in applications afterwards.

The cons I guess would be that it is an extra year of study, so your programme is 4 years instead of 3 years so it is a little more expensive. You will also be away from home, so you may get a little home sick.

I would highly recommend reaching out to some of our students who did a year abroad on Unibuddies if you want to ask them any questions.

I hope that helps 🙂

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