Things Students Forget Throughout Their Studies

nuvaquahu — Mon, 29 Jan 2018 12:37:55 +0000

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Whether you are coming to university as a fresher or have been at uni for a longer time, there are a few things that students often do not know or forget while at university. Some things are course-related like my personal uni hack, others are family-related, but just make sure that you that you are not the one who forgets these things. Follow these tips and you will be on the safe side!

5. Know the course regulations and requirements, especially for your assignments.

Getting on top of your course regulations and requirements does often take a bit of time, but I can tell you - it is worth it! Especially when knowing the regulations for your assignments, such as what is included in the word count or if assignments have to be submitted in electronic form or in hard copy, or both, will save you a lot of time and stress.

4. Make use of supporting university tutors, help desks and other facilities.

Universities abroad often have various student support programmes and facilities that can come in handy when other people around us can't be of more help. Many universities have special teams and classes to help you during your studies abroad, with support including reading over essays or helping you improve your writing or speaking skills. You will get more out of it than you think, even when you think you do not need any more help with your language skills. You will get more out of it than you think. Even if you think you do not need any more help with your language skills.

3. Stay in touch with your family.

Being abroad means being away, but you do not have to be away completely. Talk to your family and friends every now and then. Let them know what you are experiencing or are planning to do in the upcoming months. You will make them very happy!

2. Download as many interesting journals, articles and eBooks that you can find in your university online database.

When you are uni you have access to so many interesting articles, journals and eBooks that you won’t be able to access after you leave your university. Take the chance and use the opportunity to collect some fascinating literature!

1. The Absolute Uni Hack: Save your assignments and working documents on a cloud or a drive that is accessible from anywhere AND send them to yourself by email.

This is the absolute uni hack when you need someone to save your life last-minute!
As a student you often have this notion of not needing any advice or useful suggestion from anyone, but at the same time you know that if something bad can happen to you, it will. If it’s your USB-stick strangely not being recognised or you just forgetting your USB-stick at home, because you were busy writing the whole essay the night before. You can’t think of everything, of course. It’s just how these things happen based on past experiences.

To make sure this does not happen, always send your final assignments and assignment progressions to yourself and save them on an online cloud or drive such as iCloud or GoogleDrive, so that they are easily available at all times regardless of where you are. So, in case you do forget your USB-stick at home or something else happens, this will literally save your life. It saved my life a number of times!

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Studying in Edinburgh – Things you want to know when studying abroad

nuvaquahu — Mon, 29 Jan 2018 11:57:02 +0000

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As a very welcoming multicultural and international city, Edinburgh is a popular destination among study abroad students from all over the world. For me, coming to Edinburgh to study has been one of the best decision of my life. Going abroad to study is quite a life-changing experience. If you have decided to come to Edinburgh to study, or if you still need some convincing, here are some tips and ideas that can help to make your stay in Edinburgh more interesting and pleasant.

5. Places to stay and flatmates

A tip that is mostly overlooked by study abroad students is to live near the city centre and, if possible, with people who are not from your home country. Many foreign students tend to stay in student halls on campus, which is convenient for classes, but not for meeting people or going out, as it might take you more than 40 minutes to get to the city centre where things are happening. Moving in with students from other countries is the best way to make a lot of new friends, learn more about different cultures and improve your English skills.

4. Places to study

Finding the right place to study is often difficult, but Edinburgh offers many interesting and study-friendly environments that are just waiting for you to pack your books and leave your sad desk at home.

And did you know that Edinburgh has four universities? The University of Edinburgh, Heriot-Watt University, Napier University and Queen Margaret University. Each university has its own 24/7 library with plenty of resources and modern study areas and rooms. If you live far from your own university, you can also register at the library of another university closer to your home. A true lifesaver for me!

If you are tired of sitting in the library to study, Edinburgh has got other great socialising spaces where you can go to study, such as the Meadows, Princes Street Gardens, coffee shops or beautiful open spaces on each campus.

3. Always something new

Particularly as a student from abroad, you should spend time getting to know the city. Walk around, jump on a random bus, enjoy the beautiful views! From the shop-filled Royal Mile to small side streets – you never get bored in Edinburgh. Edinburgh Castle can be seen from where you might least expect it, always reminding you of where you are. You must have heard about the (extinct) volcano in the middle of the city, Arthur’s Seat, which offers fantastic views but did you know that Edinburgh also has a long, sandy beach (Portobello) that you can reach on the city bus?

2. Always something happening

Edinburgh is famous for its summer festivals (Edinburgh Festival and Edinburgh Fringe) but these festivals are not the only thing happening in the capital of Scotland. Every day, every week and every month there are numerous events and festivals. Many are free of charge and include music concerts, arts exhibitions or theatre plays. You should definitely choose a captivating and intriguing event over a night in – you will not regret it!

1. On the doorstep to a lot of places

Edinburgh is not only the capital of Scotland, but its location also means that travelling throughout Scotland and the UK is very easy and cheap by coach, train and plane. Glasgow for just a few pounds? London in four hours? Cheap flights all over Europe? A day trip to the Scottish Highlands? The possibilities are unlimited…

My 10 favourite places in Edinburgh

Everybody has their favourite places to be, eat and chill, so here are mine in the beautiful and exciting city of Edinburgh.

Places: The Meadows and Arthur’s Seat;

Restaurants: Cosmo and Dai Pai;

Shops: Record Shak and all charity shops;

Museums: National Galleries of Scotland and National Museum of Scotland;

Pubs/bars: The Devil’s Advocate and Stramash

But I will let you make your own personal list of favourite places to be, eat and chill. A list to always refer back to. Enjoy!

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nuvaquahu

Nuvaquahu - ex Communication Coordinator

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Things Students Forget Throughout Their Studies

Things Students Forget Throughout Their Studies

4. Make use of supporting university tutors, help desks and other facilities.

3. Stay in touch with your family.

2. Download as many interesting journals, articles and eBooks that you can find in your university online database.

1. The Absolute Uni Hack: Save your assignments and working documents on a cloud or a drive that is accessible from anywhere AND send them to yourself by email.

University

Studying

Study Tips

Studying in Edinburgh – Things you want to know when studying abroad

Studying in Edinburgh – Things you want to know when studying abroad

5. Places to stay and flatmates

4. Places to study

3. Always something new

2. Always something happening

1. On the doorstep to a lot of places

My 10 favourite places in Edinburgh

Edinburgh

Study abroad

Student life

Study Tips

Things you want to know