Blog Post 2: Flatmates “It’s just like your freshman year of college,” was the most common piece of advice I was given before leaving for London. Reminders to keep my door open then followed it and to participate in all school coordinated trips. But, I’m a commuter student at my home college! I didn’t have … Continue reading Flatmates – by Natalia
Category: Incoming
Q and A – Adam from University of Melbourne
Why did you chose to study abroad at QMUL? I Chose to study at Queen Mary largely due to its location in London as well as the fact that it has on campus living, this was a huge factor in my decision. Having accommodation on campus allowed for me to be able to travel within … Continue reading Q and A – Adam from University of Melbourne
Where are they now?
Want to know what happens after study abroad? What is it like going back to your home school after spending a semester or year at Queen Mary University of London? How does studying abroad help you in your career? Read our alumni 'Q and A - Where are they now?' to find out what they gained … Continue reading Where are they now?
East London: Reliving Sunday Markets – by Ariana
East London: Reliving Sunday Markets - by Ariana, Boston College When I boarded the plane to Boston at Heathrow last December, I noticed students in other college merchandise also returning from a semester abroad. I overheard conversations about what they would miss the most, and I could not agree more with their consensus: European markets. East … Continue reading East London: Reliving Sunday Markets – by Ariana
Parting Anthem – by Ariana
Parting Anthem - by Ariana, Boston College I glanced at my right wrist, 2:07 am. “This is our last Friday night together. Saturday morning, rather,” I thought. The queue is hanging off the sidewalk, but I would stand here until my flight departed if it meant one last visit to Beigel Bake with my flatmates. Mia … Continue reading Parting Anthem – by Ariana
Plan Ahead – Being Sick Abroad – by Natalia
Blog Post 1: Plan Ahead! - Being Sick Abroad While I was preparing to study abroad, I was excited about living on my own, meeting other students, and traveling. I was glad that I had health insurance and travel insurance, but I did not think too much about what would happen if something actually went wrong. Then … Continue reading Plan Ahead – Being Sick Abroad – by Natalia
No Expectations – by Erika
No Expectations At my university the majority of students choose to study abroad. In many ways I feel we take for granted this once in a lifetime opportunity. During the application process the campus is buzzing with abroad conversation that seems almost trivial, where did you apply?....
My QMUL Review – by Angie
"I have fallen in love with the diversity and the vivid life of London" This semester abroad has been one of the most enriching and worthwhile experiences that I’ve ever had, and I am so fond of London and of this University for teaching me more things than I can count. When I flew out … Continue reading My QMUL Review – by Angie
Why did I choose QMUL?- by Amy
I chose to study at QMUL because I have always wanted to live in London and experience the ‘London lifestyle’. It is by far the best city in the world because it is so diverse and vibrant. You could never get bored with all the markets, museums, broadway shows, cafes and pubs. When I first … Continue reading Why did I choose QMUL?- by Amy