The Natural Sciences Blog
Blog posts from students studying Natural Sciences at the University of Leicester. Subscribe.
Posted by Tabitha in Natural Sciences on September 4, 2018
Hey, congratulations! Your A-Levels are over and you’ve made it – you’re going to uni. Seeing as you’ve chosen to come to Leicester, you’ve obviously got good common sense (and impeccable taste in higher education providers). However, I thought it would still be beneficial for me to compile a short list of five hints and […]
Posted in Friends, Leisure, Societies, Studying | Tagged advice, first year, Freshers, top tips, University of Leicester
Posted by Tabitha in Natural Sciences on August 8, 2018
Packing your entire life up in boxes can be a daunting prospect, but I promise that it’s so, so much easier than it first appears. Well, maybe ‘easy’ is the wrong word, but it’s certainly do-able. My first recommendation for a stress-free packing experience is to use a packing list. I personally like this […]
Posted in Future, Leisure | Tagged advice, first year, Freshers, packing, Uni
Posted by Tabitha in Natural Sciences on February 27, 2018
UoL Orchestra performs in the snow. Every February, universities across the UK participate in ‘Raising and Giving’ (RAG) Week, and here at Leicester we’ve been giving it all we’ve got. This year it also coincides with ‘Wellbeing Week’, making the campus a pretty positive place to be. Despite not being very musical myself […]
Posted in Societies, Volunteering | Tagged charity, music, orchestra, RAG week, uol
Posted by Osarenkhoe in Natural Sciences on August 30, 2016
It has been great blogging for you guys over these past couple months but I am afraid this will be my last blog post. Now that I have graduated it is time for me to pass the baton to the next Natural Science blogger, to whom I wish the best of luck (I’m sure they’ll […]
Posted in Studying | Tagged Goodbyes, Graduating Class 2016
Posted by Osarenkhoe in Natural Sciences on August 30, 2016
Something that is always challenging for any new university student is adjusting to university level study. The Natural Science course in particular presents some unique challenges and this list has been made to help you overcome these challenges: Pre-reading: Pre-reading is the literature reading or research that should be completed before a session. Not all […]
Posted in Essay, Reseach, Studying | Tagged #KeystoSuccess, #MajorKey
Posted by Osarenkhoe in Natural Sciences on August 29, 2016
With A-level results day not too long ago, thousands of students all across the UK will be preparing to go to university. Hopefully it was one of their choice but if not I hope they are able to find a happy alternative. To all those lucky enough to earn a spot on the Natural Science […]
Posted in Career, Friends, Future, Societies, Studying | Tagged FabFirstYear
Posted by Osarenkhoe in Natural Sciences on July 31, 2016
Cleaned my room, packed up and said my goodbyes to my university accommodation in Leicester. Leicester has been such a lovely town to live in for the past four years and there has been so many amazing memories and moments here. From the university finding a king in a car park to the Leicester City […]
Posted in Future, Holiday | Tagged Accommodation, Goodbyes, Leaving |
Posted by Osarenkhoe in Natural Sciences on July 30, 2016
Around this time four years ago I was in the same position as a lot of A-level students. Having just completed my exams I was enjoying my summer holiday with the ever-looming results day drawing nearer and nearer. I was anxious for the results to come out but also nervous of the outcome. However, there’s […]
Posted in Exams, Future, Studying | Tagged A-level results, Adjustment, Clearing, UCAS
Posted by Osarenkhoe in Natural Sciences on July 29, 2016
Looks like this chapter of my life is officially closed. At this moment in time I’ve completed the Interdisciplinary/Natural Science course and graduated! (*pops open imaginary champagne bottle*) My graduation ceremony was on the 15th July 2016 and it was such a wonderful occasion; definitely a highlight of my life. Years of work and commitment […]
Posted in Career, Friends, Future, Graduation | Tagged Graduation, LeicesterGrad2016
Posted by Osarenkhoe in Natural Sciences on June 30, 2016
Attach the pdf*, click the “Send” button, check the “Sent box” to make sure it actually left your email and boom! It’s finally done**. I have completed the last of my coursework on the Natural Science course. I almost don’t believe it, I feel like come this September I’m gonna have to write another essay […]
Posted in Stress, Studying | Tagged Finished
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