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6 tips for your first year at university

There's really nothing to worry about! I remember feeling both excited and intimidated when I was making the move from high school to uni. With the right mindset in place, your first year at university can be a fulfilling and memorable experience.

Michael Theodoridis

21 March 2024

How does the cost of living crisis affect university students?

Becoming a university student is a new and exciting adventure, especially for international students. We must become more independent and take on more responsibility, which also means managing our own finances. For me, the most challenging part of becoming independent initially was making adjustments to my lifestyle due to the cost of living crisis. Here are my tips which will help you save money as a university student.

Michael Theodoridis

21 February 2024

Why I Chose To Study Business Management

The corporate world always appealed to me. From a young age I was fascinated by the idea of becoming a leader and influencing an organisation’s operations and outcomes. I knew pursuing University would enable me to achieve my goals and that choosing the right one was a serious process. Ultimately, I chose the University of Essex.

Michael Theodoridis

13 February 2024

I'm currently in the final stages of my PhD journey at Essex Business School, specialising in Accounting. Embarking on this academic adventure can be both exhilarating and challenging, so I want to share my experience as a PhD student, explaining the PhD process and what a typical day looks like for me.

Adam Adams

18 January 2024

How to cope with homesickness at university

It's natural to feel homesick as you adjust to a new environment. Leaving behind familiar faces, places, and routines can be overwhelming. If you find yourself experiencing homesickness, just know that you aren’t alone. Here are my tips for coping with homesickness, so you can enjoy your first few days, weeks, and months at Essex.

Zuzanna Tobiasz

18 January 2024

How to Prioritise Your Mental Wellbeing at University

The exciting world of university is a blend of challenges and opportunities that knows no bounds. Whether you're diving in fresh or making a comeback like me (yep, took a little break too), finding the harmony between life and academics is no small feat. Lucky for you, I've been down that road and picked up some tips to keep my mental health in check while nailing my assignments.

Belle Williams

12 January 2024

5 Things I wish I knew before starting University

Belle Williams

28 September 2023

Leaving home is never an easy transition, let alone leaving one’s country and travelling more than 24 hours away. Being an MA student at the University of Essex was my first time leaving India and I went into it not exactly knowing what to expect. But I took a chance, and it would go on to be the best plunge I’d ever take.

Ananya Endow

22 May 2023

International student Cristiana shares her journey at East 15 Acting School, where she studied BA World Performance.

Cristiana Catalina Clucencu

25 April 2023

My Clearing Experience at University of Essex

I would just like to encourage anybody who is looking to apply to Essex through Clearing to just go for it! You never know how far this leap will take you, and the opportunities you will receive.

Eniola Abdul

12 April 2023

1-10 of 15 results

1-10 of 15 results

student ambassador, student ambassador

6 tips for your first year at university

How does the cost of living crisis affect university students?

Why I Chose To Study Business Management

Life as a PhD Student

How to cope with homesickness at university

How to Prioritise Your Mental Wellbeing at University

5 Things I wish I knew before starting University

The first time venturing out of my country: an MA student at University of Essex

My Experience at East 15 Acting School

My Clearing Experience at University of Essex