What are the things that you wish that someone told you before coming to your university?
What are the difficulties that you faced after moving into university?
Hey Ainee, I would like to answer your questions as a current university student! 🤓
1️⃣I had many questions and worries when I was applying. Looking back, here’s the advice I wish I had been given: 😆
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Explore beyond academics: Other than doing some research for the course you would like to study, it is worth exploring what societies, networks and opportunities for you to develop skills and meet new people (for example: visit the Student Union website, Services provided by the university )
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Always be open to asking when needed: Utilise the live chat services, attend open days, and be open to asking questions! University provides a lot of platforms for you to ask questions so use them whenever you feel you need someone for advice. 💪🏻
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It is normal to feel overwhelmed at first, transitioning yourself to a university student is never easy and it takes time to build up confidence. Give yourself time and don't stress yourself.😉
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Always be proactive! Unlike high school, you need to be ready to advocate yourself in different opportunities and support 🗣️
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BUDGETING!! Learn to manage your money early and avoid overspending! Search for part-time jobs to earn some extra money and gain experience 💰
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Being independent: Studying university means you will be moving away from home and start being an independent adult! Building up life skills like cooking, managing the schedule and handling finances were big challenges for me!
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Time management: It was never easy to balance your studies, socialising and personal time. Everyone has a different timetable depending on your courses, societies joined and self-study time!
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Building up social circle: It took time to explore new people and make new friends but don't worry because everyone is facing the same situation.
Claudia (BSc Occupational therapy Year 3)
University of Essex Student Rep 💚
What are the things that you wish that someone told you before coming to your university?
What are the difficulties that you faced after moving into university?
Hi there! I'm Kiera, a third year at York St John. I'll do my best to answer these one by one!
What advice would you give to the students who would apply for university?
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Find out all you can about your course! If it is a professional course, check it is accredited! Check how you'll be assessed - different universities use different method assessments for each course, with some being extremely exam heavy and some having none at all! Are there optional modules?
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If you have additional needs - ensure they will be catered for at the universities you are looking at. Reach out to the wellbeing and disability teams to ensure they have enough support in place ahead of time.
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Go to an open day! Have a wonder around the campus, and the city, and make sure you are happy with both. Three years is a really long time, so you want to make sure you will feel safe, supported, and at home!
What are the things that you wish that someone told you before coming to your university?
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That it'll be okay! Everyone is in the same boat when you move to university. You're likely living away from home for the first time and might be nervous - and that's okay. Everyone feels the same way.
What are the difficulties that you faced after moving into university?
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Loneliness. Unfortunately I was ill during fresher's and wasn't able to socialise much. However, by the end of my first semester I met people who I am still friends and see regularly a few years later. It will be okay, even if it doesn't feel that way in the beginning!
I hope this helps you a little!🥰
-Kiera (Student Ambassador, York St. John)
1️⃣I had many questions and worries when I was applying. Looking back, here’s the advice I wish I had been given: 😆
•
Explore beyond academics: Other than doing some research for the course you would like to study, it is worth exploring what societies, networks and opportunities for you to develop skills and meet new people (for example: visit the Student Union website, Services provided by the university )
•
Always be open to asking when needed: Utilise the live chat services, attend open days, and be open to asking questions! University provides a lot of platforms for you to ask questions so use them whenever you feel you need someone for advice. 💪🏻
•
It is normal to feel overwhelmed at first, transitioning yourself to a university student is never easy and it takes time to build up confidence. Give yourself time and don't stress yourself.😉
•
Always be proactive! Unlike high school, you need to be ready to advocate yourself in different opportunities and support 🗣️
•
BUDGETING!! Learn to manage your money early and avoid overspending! Search for part-time jobs to earn some extra money and gain experience 💰
•
Being independent: Studying university means you will be moving away from home and start being an independent adult! Building up life skills like cooking, managing the schedule and handling finances were big challenges for me!
•
Time management: It was never easy to balance your studies, socialising and personal time. Everyone has a different timetable depending on your courses, societies joined and self-study time!
•
Building up social circle: It took time to explore new people and make new friends but don't worry because everyone is facing the same situation.
Claudia (BSc Occupational therapy Year 3)
University of Essex Student Rep 💚
Thank you so much for your response, it's really helpful for me!
What advice would you give to the students who would apply for university?
•
Find out all you can about your course! If it is a professional course, check it is accredited! Check how you'll be assessed - different universities use different method assessments for each course, with some being extremely exam heavy and some having none at all! Are there optional modules?
•
If you have additional needs - ensure they will be catered for at the universities you are looking at. Reach out to the wellbeing and disability teams to ensure they have enough support in place ahead of time.
•
Go to an open day! Have a wonder around the campus, and the city, and make sure you are happy with both. Three years is a really long time, so you want to make sure you will feel safe, supported, and at home!
What are the things that you wish that someone told you before coming to your university?
•
That it'll be okay! Everyone is in the same boat when you move to university. You're likely living away from home for the first time and might be nervous - and that's okay. Everyone feels the same way.
What are the difficulties that you faced after moving into university?
•
Loneliness. Unfortunately I was ill during fresher's and wasn't able to socialise much. However, by the end of my first semester I met people who I am still friends and see regularly a few years later. It will be okay, even if it doesn't feel that way in the beginning!
I hope this helps you a little!🥰
-Kiera (Student Ambassador, York St. John)
Thank you so much, your response is really helpful!
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