Jessica Atkinson, 2014-2015, Université de Montréal

Accommodation You will find looking for accommodation in Montreal quite different to your experience in London, and if like me you decide that another year spent in halls is not for you then looking for accommodation in Montreal is both easy and stressful all at the same time. I say this because there is a …

Harisa Ashraf, 2014-2015 at University of Toronto, Mississauga Campus

Top 10 things 1. Proximity to Niagara Falls A real advantage of UTM’s location is that, as well as being close to downtown, it is also closer to Canada’s best known landmark, Niagara Falls. Its proximity to the falls means that there are frequent trips there organised by societies. 2. Free shuttle to Toronto One …

Zoe Fitzgerald, 2013-2014 at University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill

Top Ten Things 1. The people: As cliche as it sounds, I met people whilst I was away that I know I will be great friends with forever. From my suitemates, to people you see once walking to class, everybody is SO friendly and welcoming. Sharing a room and living with 7 other girls was really …

Stine Madsen, 2012-2013, National University of Singapore

Top Ten things Stepping outside Changi Airport, the hot and humid air hits you like a brick wall.  I signed up for accommodation without air-conditioned certain that my body would eventually adapt to the new climate… I am wiser now, believing that even the Singaporeans are struggling to deal with the heat.  Now, back in …

Catherine Palethorpe, 2012-2013 at Universidad Carlos III de Madrid

Weekend activities Circulo de Bellas Artes: On this rooftop, a hidden gem which is free for students of Carlos III on presentation of a student card, you can find a stunning view of the whole of Madrid. It’s best to go while it’s still warm and just before the sun is setting to see one of …