I have studied in Leeds in the first semester of academic year 2017-2018, as part of my bachelor of Medicine. I wanted to go on exchange to England, because I wanted to improve my English and generally I wanted to experience studying and living abroad. The University of Leeds also offered many interesting courses! In … More Noa’s Top Exchange Experiences
I studied at the University of Leeds from September 2017 to January 2018. At my home university (UCT) I study Bachelor of Business Science (Finance with Accounting), so at Leeds I studied various subjects in the Leeds University Business School (LUBS). I really wanted to study in the UK, so when I got accepted by … More Luc’s Study Abroad Experience
For all the build-up, preparation and waiting that went into the months leading up to exchange, it is still a surreal feeling, even after a whole semester, to think that I am experiencing this incredible opportunity to live and study abroad in Leeds. Every week there’s has been a new activity, location, eating spot and pub, … More Madie’s First Semester in Leeds
My name is Daniel Cohen, I go to Leeds but am on my year abroad at Penn State. After 5 months in America, I’ve noticed some major differences between English and American universities, which I split into education and social life. I study politics, and I think the following relates to most degrees, although not … More English and American Universities: a Comparison
After an emotional few weeks of farewells and now experiencing some post exchange withdrawals being back home in Sydney, I wanted to reflect on my time in Leeds and how I’m coping now that it is over. My trip begun with an 8-week adventure around Europe before winding up in England. Visiting over 20 European … More Mathew’s Best Study Abroad Moments and Adapting to Life Back Home
Hi guys, It’s been ages since my last blog post on here, but this prompt inspired me to write something up. Maybe it helps some new arrivals here! I arrived in Leeds in September 2017 and even though the journey itself wasn’t the greatest, I do think I adapted quite quickly into university life (it … More Meike’s First Semester in Leeds
According to me every student should take a chance to learn things that are a far cry from their regular courses at least once in their life time. Doubtlessly it will aid them to stand ‘out of the box’, and also to enhance their skills in various fields. I belong to the field of Biotechnology … More Pratibha’s LISS Experience 2017
Here are some budgeting tips that I’ve learnt along the way, from my own experience and from online websites and blogs! Golden rules: Don’t spend more than what you have – set a budget limit for splurging e.g. 30% of your monthly income/allowance. Also, think about what makes you happy – does spending more on food … More Sarah’s Tips for Budgeting Abroad
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