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...
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My first Ramadan as an international student
Ramadan Mubarak! Ammaz is studying Business at University of Stirling, he shares with us his experience of studying abroad during Ramadan and what to expect. What is Ramadan? Ramadan is the...
5 adventurous hotspots in Scotland
Scotland is a top place to study, there is so much to see and do outside the classroom too. Keep reading to discover the five best hotspots. Loch Ness Let’s...
7 Ways to live like an Exeter local
Exeter is located in the South-West of England – there is so much to do and see. But to really experience the ‘local-life’, here are the top hidden gems you...
Food firsts: the verdict on hot cross buns
Easter has crept up on us so quickly, that there almost hasn’t been enough time to buy chocolate eggs! Almost… However, we did find time to conduct another taste test...
9 ways on how to bring good luck for Chinese new year
According to Chinese astrology, people who celebrate Chinese New Year in their zodiac year are believed to offend Tai Sui, the God of Age, which can bring bad luck. Therefore it’s believed...
3 student tips to glam up your Christmas
Welcome back to INTO alumni and beauty vlogger Pearla! Just in time for this year’s festivities, she lets us in on easy, cost-effective ways to add some sparkle to your...
Feeling festive: 7 fun things to do this Christmas in London
If you’ve been outside recently, it’s easy to tell that Christmas is well on its way. The days are shorter and the weather is colder. Christmas in London is magical, so grab...
Food firsts: international students try mince pies
Today we begin our new vlog series, “Food Firsts”, where we introduce students from around the world to the most traditional British culinary delights! Where better to start, than with the...
Student guide: Christmas in merry Manchester
Christmas in Manchester is quite magical. For many international students, the Christmas period in the UK can be a strange and unfamiliar experience. With lights decorating the streets, new foods...
