Students speak out amid uncertainty
Lauren Valentine contends that cultural modules are an essential part of any language degree, and students should be striving for a deeper understanding of a country’s culture, not just furthering their career.
As freshers descend onto Manchester once more, Kizzy talks to three third year University of Manchester students who are starting their new lives on their year abroad, discussing what freshers is like across the pond
Embarking on a year abroad can be so much more than staying in Europe; six French students who travelled far and wide give their deux cents on choosing a far-flung location
We talk to Elizabeth Linsley, a third year Arabic Studies student on her year abroad in Amman, Jordan
Holly Turberfield talks to us about her year abroad experience
Versace face-masks and a ban on cheek kissing – UoM student Bella Jewell describes the impact of coronavirus on her Neapolitan Erasmus exchange
Alex Hope argues that there is a serious problem with the way that young people raise funds to volunteer abroad
If you’re worried that your year abroad might not be all plain sailing, we offer some advice on managing your mental health and making the most of your time away
Gemma Sowerby speaks to Manchester students on their years abroad in Paris about their experiences in the midst of the deadly terror attacks, and the atmosphere of the aftermath, rooted in hope and solidarity
Cimarron Young, studying French and Business Management, talks to us about her year abroad experience working at ELLE magazine, Paris.
