How to deal with culture shock while studying abroad
Experiencing new cultures and meeting people from all walks of life is what helps to shape you into an interesting person. In the beginning, studying in a new and unfamiliar...
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How to decide where to study abroad
Thinking of studying abroad? Confused?! Overwhelmed with choices? There are a HUGE number of locations and universities fighting for your attention – the US, UK, Australia… The list goes on....
7 ways to make your pathway year count
Who doesn’t want to make the most of their time studying abroad? When you’re starting a pathway course, such as the International Year One, you want to be focused to...
7 ways to prepare for studying abroad
So, you’ve made the decision to study abroad and you’ve been offered a place. You’re super excited! But, what next? It may be weeks – or months – until it’s...
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...
7 ways to network like a pro
Do you want to understand the global language of networking? Networking is all about building connections, sharing knowledge and getting yourself known. Firstly, think about how you’d like others (particularly...
How to pack when studying abroad
How to pack… with INTO Studying abroad is an exciting adventure where you’ll learn so much not only in the classroom but about other cultures and about yourself too! However...
How to make friends in the first month of studying abroad
“Will I make friends?” is a question on the minds of most international students arriving in a new country. Masaad from Kenya and Dhanal from India, talk about how they...
My year interning at Microsoft: part 2
After 14 months at Microsoft, Stefaniia’s placement comes to an end. In this second part of her blog series, Stefaniia shares what she’s learnt from her time at Microsoft. I can’t believe it’s...
