Category: Science & Earth Sciences

Cardiff University, Exchange by Region, Exchange by Subject, Science & Earth Sciences, Student Life, Travelling while Abroad, United Kingdom, Wales1 Comment

Travelling While Abroad: The Art of Making It Up As I Go  

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I was able to travel before my exchange even started. I ended up spending over a week each in Canada, Italy, Greece, and Morocco, and spent time with family in England—all before arriving in Cardiff. It was a great way to start the semester. Continue reading Travelling While Abroad: The Art of Making It Up As I Go  

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Roam The Esplanade, Try Paella, Enjoy Your Time Away!

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About a four-hour train ride from Madrid is Alicante, a coastal city that stretches along the Costa Blanca and is full of rich cultural and historical connections. Within my classes at the university, I’m the only non-Spaniard, but that hasn’t stopped my classmates from welcoming me like their own. Continue reading Roam The Esplanade, Try Paella, Enjoy Your Time Away!

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The Journey, it’s what you’re going to make of it.

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A few months ago, I imagined I would be soaking up on the beaches of Santa Barbara, overall just enjoying the classic American experience. But as life often goes, things didn’t go to plan. But as the weeks fly by, it is becoming clearer that the journey isn’t about getting what I expected, but rather about what I can make out of it. Continue reading The Journey, it’s what you’re going to make of it.

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Soaking up the last of what Hawai`i has to offer

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As my exchange semester draws to a close, I can’t help but feel a deep sense of gratitude for all that this experience has brought me. The lessons I’ve learnt, the friendships I’ve built, and the memories I’ve made, will be cherished forever. Continue reading Soaking up the last of what Hawai`i has to offer

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Exploring Earth Science on Exchange

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Hi, I’m Hayleigh. I’m currently in my final year of studying a Bachelor of Science majoring in Earth Science. I chose to go on exchange to broaden my perspective and experience how Earth Science is taught and practiced in a different part of the world. Continue reading Exploring Earth Science on Exchange

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Here’s to Making the Most of it!

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I was initially set to spend my exchange in Santa Barbara, California, however, due to immigration changes and rising political challenges, I decided it was best to look at other options. Thanks to the amazing global exchange team, I was able to get a late application in to the University of Lancaster. Continue reading Here’s to Making the Most of it!