Getting involved in UK university life: Vanessa’s story
University of Gloucestershire student, Vanessa from Malaysia moved to the UK in 2016. She tells us how she has thrown herself (quite literally!) into university life. When I first arrived...
Category: Studying
Inspiring students: what we learnt from our video stars
The video production team here at INTO recently visited all our UK Centres, meeting over a hundred inspirational students from around the world. Anja, Nora, Val and Vicki share...
The right side of the brain: life as an art student in London
Are you governed by the left or right side of your brain? The theory is that our brains have a dominant side that governs our traits – what we’re interested...
LUSH cosmetics workshops: linking theory with industry practice
There’s only so much you can learn from the comfort of a classroom – at some point, you’ll want to put what you’ve learnt into practice and a work placement is...
Alumni stories: winning awards and landing my dream job
Since progressing from INTO University of East Anglia, Alexa has shown a strong passion in working within a non-governmental organisation to make a difference in her society. Alexa shares why...
How to make the most of your first week
Don’t underestimate the importance of your first week. It can be exciting and nerve-wracking at the same time. It’s where lifelong friendships blossom and it can set the tone for...
Alumni stories: my journey to becoming a solicitor
Kseniia from Russia recently joined Ashurst LLP – one of the leading law firms in the UK; she shares her experience of studying law in London. Why did you choose...
UK, US or China: where will your study journey begin?
Studying abroad is an unforgettable experience but choosing where is a big decision. With so many great destinations to pick from, from sunny Florida to historic Scotland, it can...
Living on campus vs. off campus in the US
Campus life makes the US university experience all the more memorable. You’ll learn so much inside the classroom, but the memories you make outside the classroom will last a lifetime!...
Survival guide: your first week at university
The essential university survival guide for any international student about to begin their study abroad adventure. Share your tips and arrival pictures on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter using #helloINTO. The jump from school to university...
