Four things I learned this year. Given that, in some ways, my first year at university is over, I wanted to reflect on my time as a refresher. I hope that any prospective students see this and get excited for… Read moreA little reflection
Choosing… Choosing which University to go for was hard for me for quite a while. I knew I wanted to apply for a ‘good University’ with course modules I liked the look of, but that’s about as far as what… Read moreWhy I chose Edinburgh
AKA 5 things I wish I knew before coming to Edinburgh University. This may be very philosophy-student centred, but I thought I would share a little insight for all interested in studying with the PPLS school, or Edinburgh University in… Read more5 things I wish I knew before coming to university
One thing I’ve noticed since moving to Edinburgh is how nice it is to have castles within a 45 minute driving distance in every direction. It’s quite crazy, but really nice for day trips. As much as I love Edinburgh… Read moreBeyond Edinburgh Castle
Alternative title: a potential way to make friends at University. Tired of coffee dates? Spending too much time at the library? Maybe the conversation at the get-together has died out and you need something to break the silence? I really… Read moreBoard games for university
Friends and family coming over and you don’t know where to take them? This should be a more seasonal post, but, I met an elderly couple at the North Bridge bus stop yesterday; first time for them in beautiful Edinburgh…. Read moreEdinburgh tour guide (you!)
Cooking for one person? It’s stupidly hard. Cooking for two is only slightly better, but the bulk buying every supermarket encourages (and, to some extent, forces) leads to a lot of waste. I’m trying to get better. I thought I… Read moreQuick Recipes (Don’t Starve!)
