I started the exchange in the same boat as everyone, nervous but excited about the opportunities. At the airport the classic apprehensions of will I make any friends, will I enjoy myself creeped in but I am so glad that
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A Semester In Sydney
Study Abroad, Anxiety, and South Korea
Just over four months ago I was packing my bags, preparing to travel to Seoul to begin my semester abroad. And I was terrified. I suffer with anxiety daily anyway, ordering a coffee can cause heart palpitations so the idea
Read moreComputer Scientist in the Wild
When I decided that I wanted to go to university, at the top of my list was to find somewhere that would let me spend some time abroad. I went to uni quite close to home and I felt that
Read moreZurich, Switzerland
Reflecting on my year abroad in Zurich, I can say with confidence that it was an experience I will never forget. From attempting to distinguish between Swiss German and High German to exploring the beautiful country, my year abroad presented
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Now that I’ve been back in the UK for a little while, I’ve had enough time to look back on the whirlwind that was my time in Korea. The main thing that stands out for me that defines my
Read moreO Canada – Sam Greehy, a Semester Abroad at Western University
After being introduced to the idea of studying abroad when I first visited Southampton at an open day in September 2015, I was given the opportunity to attend Western University in London, Ontario, in Canada for the winter semester
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