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If you're not getting anywhere with securing an internship then dive into this podcast to get practical tips from a career coach - who knows all too well the common mistakes students make! And be inspired by how one international student turned her internship into a job! If you like this podcast, subscribe via Apple, Google or Spotify and stay in t…
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The academic year at a UK university is kicked off by something called "Fresher's Week", and in this podcast you'll learn what the h*ck it is, and why it's the place to be to get LOTS of free stuff, meet new people and join student societies. If you like this podcast, subscribe via Apple, Google or Spotify and stay in touch via Instagram. Facebook …
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Listen to the incredibly brave Naimat speak emotionally about how he and his family escaped from Afghanistan, after the rise of the Taliban in August 2021, to start a new life in the UK, as a Chevening Scholar, and how he intends to use his education to save his beloved Afghanistan. Warning: Naimat talks about scenes of death. If this is something …
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Want to stay in the UK after your studies? Well, you can with the Graduate visa! And in this podcast, we'll explain how to apply for it, how long it lasts, how much it costs, and who qualifies for it. And the best bit is that our immigration guru, Amer Zaman from Cranbrook Legal, will explain everything you need to know in 10 minutes! To get a FREE…
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Writing a CV (otherwise known as a 'resume') can be tricky, especially when different countries have different requirements! In this episode, Vrinda shares her tips on tailoring your CV so it appeals to British employers and we talk with Career Coach, Bianca, about the common mistakes international students make on their CVs. If you like this podca…
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Fancy studying in the UK? But have no idea how to choose the RIGHT university. Don't panic, in this podcast we're joined by Rob Young, from the UK Council for International Student Affairs, who will expertly guide you through the do's and don'ts of choosing a university that will be a good fit for you - and his top tip is DON'T rely on the universi…
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In this podcast episode, international student Carolina describes how she ditched studying neuroscience to pursue her passion playing the cello. Listen as she explains why it was scary, but ultimately the best decision she has ever made! The episode ends with advice from Courteney from the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS), on how…
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This week join international student Marta in conversation with home student Cassidy, as they discuss the most important festival in the UK - Christmas!!! It’s a must-listen whether you're moving to the UK, will be here for your first ever Christmas, or for anyone who still has unanswered questions about the many weird and wacky Christmas tradition…
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Are you EVER going to get used to all the strange things Brits do?! The weather! Strange currency! Strange food and even stranger accents! Feeling overwhelmed by it all? Fear not - you're just experiencing culture shock! Something every international student faces!!! Join international student Olivia as she tells just how confusing she found life i…
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Let’s get real, British winters can be brutal. They are dark, wet and oh so COLD. In this episode, international student Sharvani shares stories of surviving her first British winter. Enjoy laugh out loud moments, such as how she learnt to dress herself for winter - the British way! And get advice from locals, Sophie and Cassidy, who share tips and…
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Are you an international student in the UK? Do you have a thousand and one questions? Then you’ve come to the right place! Hear international students share their experiences and stories on what it’s REALLY like to study in the UK and get advice from experts that will help you from pre-arrival to graduation. Grab a cuppa and tune in every week to g…
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