From Taiwan to the UK: living with a local family
Studying abroad brings about new opportunities and adventures. We met with Hsin-Tzu from Taiwan, who studies at INTO Manchester. She describes why living with a host family, while studying abroad,...
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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...
Placement fairs: find your perfect university
Every year INTO London World Education Centre hosts a Placement Fair, giving you the opportunity to meet universities from all over the UK to discuss your progression options after completing...
Study adventure in China: adapting to a new culture
Cathy from the Philippines is a perfect example of student success. During her time at Nankai University as a postgraduate student, she interned at the United Nations in Beijing. In...
5 ways to be a savvy streetwise student
Moving overseas is a fun and exciting adventure, but finding your feet can take a while. When exploring your new home, make sure you are safe and aware of your...
Studying abroad helped me get into my dream university
Wondering how you can get into your dream university? Leno (Jiawei Xu) from China tells us how studying in the UK has helped him achieve his goal of studying at a world-renowned...
5 awesome places to study on campus
With exam season fast approaching, the team at INTO University of Exeter share their top places to study on campus. 1. The Forum Library The main library, located in The Forum,...
Common English abbreviations explained
Do English abbreviations confuse you? You’re not alone! From abbreviations and slang words to colloquial and regional sayings, the English language has so much variation! Here’s your guide to what...
Your guide to Irish slang
Irish slang – the complete guide. The team at INTO Queen’s University of Belfast know that it can be difficult to understand some common Irish slang phrases when you first arrive in Belfast. In...
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...
