Why do international students love the University of York? International students at the university shared their experiences, highlighting different aspects of life at York, from academic support and employment opportunities to societies and the wider university community.

Their perspectives provide an insight into what university life can look like for students who move from another country to study at York.

Support for international students

One student particularly highlights the range of support and resources available to international students at the University of York.

According to the student, this includes academic support as well as resources for developing writing and exam skills. Access to this type of support can be useful for international students adapting to a new academic environment.

Teaching and relationships with lecturers

Another student describes their relationships with lecturers as an important part of their experience at York. They explain that they have developed personal relationships with many of their lecturers and particularly value the quality of teaching they have experienced at the university.

Job opportunities for students

Students at the University of York can also explore different types of paid work alongside their studies.

According to one international student, opportunities can include:

•⁠  ⁠casual work experience;

•⁠  ⁠more scheduled student jobs;

•⁠  ⁠paid student roles within university departments;

•⁠  ⁠opportunities to work with student unions.

The variety of roles can give students different ways to gain work experience during their time at university.

The University of York college system

Students also highlight York’s college system as a distinctive part of university life.

One international student describes the experience as providing the feeling of being independent without feeling alone. For students adjusting to a new environment, the college community can become an important part of their university experience.

Clubs and societies

Making friends and fitting into a new environment can be a concern for some international students.

One student explains that joining a club or society based on a shared interest can be a useful way to meet people. Finding others with similar interests can make it easier to form friendships and become involved in university life.

Campus and community

The beauty of the University of York campus is another feature highlighted by the students.

However, the sense of community also stands out. One student acknowledges that leaving your existing community behind when moving abroad can be difficult, but explains that students can find their own people and develop a new community at York.

The international student experience at York

The students’ experiences show that international student life at the University of York extends beyond academic study. Academic support, relationships with lecturers, employment opportunities, the college system, societies and the wider university community all contribute to how students experience life at York.

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