When in Uni - Student Stories

When in Uni - Student Stories

A series of current international student interview videos, captured at universities around the UK, giving their firsthand advice, tips, insights, and personal experiences. Covering the entire student journey, this is a category you don't want to miss.

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When in Uni - Student Stories
  • "The Most British Thing I Accidentally Started Doing" - When in Uni

    International students from London South Bank University share the most British things they accidentally started doing while studying in the UK.

  • "What I WISH I knew before coming to the UK" - When in Uni

    International students at UWE Bristol share what they wish they had known before coming to the UK!

  • "The reality of money as an international student" - When in Uni

    Managing finances is an important part of studying abroad. In this video, international students discuss the realities of budgeting while studying in the UK, including accommodation, food, transport, and everyday living costs. Learn practical tips for managing expenses, making your budget go furt...

  • "Top 5 pieces of advice for studying in the UK" (Part 1) - When in Uni

    Preparing to study in the UK? In this video, international students share their top five pieces of advice for making the most of university life. From managing academic expectations and balancing workloads to making friends, exploring new opportunities, and settling into a new environment, discov...

  • "How I actually made friends in the UK" - When in Uni

    Making friends in a new country can be one of the biggest challenges for international students. In this video, students share practical ways to build friendships while studying in the UK, from joining university societies and attending campus events to connecting with classmates and exploring lo...

  • "British slang every international student picks up in the UK'" - When in Uni

    Understanding British slang can make everyday conversations much easier for international students. In this video, students explain some of the most common slang words and phrases used in the UK, what they mean, and when to use them. Learn the expressions you're most likely to hear on campus and ...

  • "Why I chose my university in the UK" - When in Uni

    Choosing a UK university can feel overwhelming. In this video, international students from LSBU share the reasons behind their university choices and the factors they considered when making their decision. From researching courses and academic strengths to thinking about student life, location, a...

  • "How we found our first jobs in the UK" - When in Uni

    Finding your first job in the UK can feel challenging, especially as an international student. In this video, students share how they found their first roles, the strategies that worked for them, and the lessons they learned along the way. From applying online to building confidence and gaining e...

  • "The questions I wish I asked before coming to the UK" - When in Uni

    Moving to the UK as an international student comes with plenty of surprises. In this video, students share the challenges they faced after arriving, from adjusting to earlier shop closing times and navigating transport to managing living costs and adapting to a different style of university asses...

  • "Culture shock I faced in the UK" - When in Uni

    Experiencing culture shock is a normal part of moving to a new country. In this video, international students from UWE Bristol talk about the cultural differences they noticed after arriving in the UK, from everyday routines and social customs to university life and adjusting to a new environment...

  • "Budgeting tips from international students" - When in Uni

    Studying abroad is exciting, but it's important to be financially prepared. In this video, international students from London South Bank University share practical advice on managing the real costs of university life, from tuition fees and rent to transport, food, and everyday expenses. They expl...