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Is Studying Abroad Right For Me? 5 Questions to Ask Yourself

By Leon Man, Study Abroad Senior Peer Adviser Reading time: 5 minutes Studying abroad is a fantastic opportunity to experience something different, go travelling, and boost your CV. But for many students, the idea of going to somewhere new and out of your comfort zone can be very daunting! Come along to our Study Abroad …

More myths about studying abroad

Most students at The University of Nottingham have opportunities to study abroad during their course, but there are a number of popular misconceptions that may put them off taking advantage of this great opportunity. Yesterday we shared three of the most common myths, together with comments from some of our students who studied abroad during the …

Myths about studying abroad

Studying abroad is the perfect way to meet new people from across the globe, develop personal and professional skills and immerse yourself in another culture. The vast majority of students here have the opportunity to study abroad, but there are a number of popular misconceptions that put people off applying. To help us debunk some …

Teaching English in Kyrgyzstan

Post by Amy Byron, (Russian with Serbian/Croatian – 2013 winner of the Partridge Scholarship) As a student of Russian studies, I am interested in the history of the former USSR and its republics. That is why this year I chose to spend my summer volunteering with NGO Erayim, teaching English in the beautiful setting of …