Uni Life is not all fun and games, and being the first time the majority of us have live away from our parents and families is hard sometimes. Most of time, we have our distractions, were too busy doing work or partying but sometimes we get the feeling of homesickness.
Living in halls – the “Night Study Camps”
Prologue:The following series of posts are a blend of personal experience and general information on living on campus. Hope you enjoy!
Aisha
What are you studying? I am currently studying BSc Psychology (Hons). How would your friends describe you? I asked a few of my close friends and the results were both sweet and hilarious and too […]
Make the most of student life
Make the most of student life
Even if I’m not a “typical” student like everyone else, I can still give some good advice on what to do and not to do as a student.
I moved to live in the UK with my family, so like most students I reside far from home, but I don’t have to deal with all the financial issues, bills, etc. which has its own advantages and disadvantages. However, just like every person that goes to study at university, I had to settle in, socialise and get comfortable in the new environment.
The atmosphere, all the lecturers and staff at the University of Worcester were more than welcoming but coming from overseas to a country where everything is new and having to speak different language, you feel like a baby taking his first steps… at least I felt like one. To be honest, even with the support of my family, it was still tough to start my life all over again.
Tips for getting used to University Life
Just starting out at Worcester University had its moments but one of the toughest was the first few days here. Let’s face it, a new environment can be a little daunting even on holiday.
Concentration – not a problem
Animals, just like humans, have a wide range of personality traits such as laziness, which can gain them quite a reputation.
So what’s the difference between these animals and students? Are they both lazy by nature? Ermm, I can’t say no to that but I can’t say yes, either.
Journey to the Mysterious Island – Episode 2
… So here I am, the only person in Paddington station. Starting to feel a bit like Harry Potter, on the 9 and ¾ platform.
Gap Year Tips and Tricks
This is post to follow up on the entry called Gap year- friend or foe. Enjoy it!
Alison Marsh, Senior Lecturer in Journalism, spills the beans on her gap year experience in Australia.
Worcester Student Life 