{"id":220,"date":"2016-09-05T15:10:29","date_gmt":"2016-09-05T14:10:29","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.southampton.ac.uk\/blog\/internationalvoices\/?p=220"},"modified":"2016-11-08T11:10:09","modified_gmt":"2016-11-08T10:10:09","slug":"chevening-scholars-class-of-201516-top-tips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.southampton.ac.uk\/blog\/internationalvoices\/2016\/09\/05\/chevening-scholars-class-of-201516-top-tips\/","title":{"rendered":"Chevening Scholars Class of 2015\/16: Top Tips"},"content":{"rendered":"

This week, we bid farewell to our 2015\/16 Chevening scholars who have been studying with us on a range of specialist Masters courses since last September. We hope their time here in Southampton has been insightful and we wish them all the best with their future endeavours.<\/p>\n

Before we said our goodbyes, these students were kind enough to leave behind some top tips for our next cohort of Chevening scholars. From suggestions of where to shop to how to make the most of your time as a student in Southampton, these tips are useful for all of our international students so check them out below!<\/p>\n

\"Chevening<\/p>\n

Sofie<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u2022 Travel around the UK and learn about British Heritage and Culture<\/p>\n

\u2022 Make friends from different cultures, religions, backgrounds and walks of life.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Have the most fun and create wonderful memories with friends BUT make sure you do great in your studies and be proud of the results.<\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n

Abrie<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u2022 Affordable clothing at Primark<\/p>\n

\u2022 Get your bank account sorted ASAP<\/p>\n

\u2022 Don\u2019t even get an umbrella, just get a warm water-resistant jacket<\/p>\n

\u2022 Always ask for student discount<\/p>\n

\u2022 Go away over weekends: Brighton, Bournemouth and Winchester day trips<\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n

Sue <\/strong><\/p>\n

\u2022 Make the most of charity shops, good deals on the high st brands<\/p>\n

\u2022 Make sure you bring a traditional\/local outfit to showcase your culture at social events.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Consider a private rent: you can get to know more of Southampton and save \u00a3\u00a3<\/p>\n

\u2022 Make the most of the \u201c3 days\u201d of summer: TRAVEL TRAVEL TRAVEL!<\/p>\n

\u2022 Get all the student benefits; i.e discounted apps like unidays and, rail card, etc.<\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n

Ngoc<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u2022 Network as much as you can<\/p>\n

\u2022 Make good use of the library<\/p>\n

\u2022 Discover\/ explore the UK\u2019s hidden beauty<\/p>\n

\u2022 Please don\u2019t just study<\/p>\n

\"Group\"<\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n

Edgar <\/strong><\/p>\n

\u2022 Be cool, everything works out<\/p>\n

\u2022 Be open minded<\/p>\n

\u2022 Be flexible to get out of the comfort zone<\/p>\n

\u2022 Seize all opportunities given to you: societies, events, academic literature, diverse group of friends, everything!!<\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n

Adedipe <\/strong><\/p>\n

\u2022 Ask questions in class<\/p>\n

\u2022 Be prepared to be stretched<\/p>\n

\u2022 Make friends and have fun<\/p>\n

\u2022 Take advantage of all the school has to offer<\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n

Maano <\/strong><\/p>\n

\u2022 Choose Halls: Advantages: No bills (gas, electricity, WIFI), Safety, Free bus pass<\/p>\n

\u2022 Get a national express card<\/p>\n

\u2022 Manage your time well<\/p>\n

\u2022 Get a UK host family ASAP<\/p>\n

\u2022 Always communicate with your personal tutor<\/p>\n

\u2022 Study in advance- can always sleep in the library\u2014they have free showers!<\/p>\n

\u2022 Remember to have fun and take it easy<\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n

Delawar <\/strong><\/p>\n

\u2022 Chevening is not only about studying in the classroom, but about making the most of your time out of class<\/p>\n

\u2022 Time flies here in the UK, so enjoy every single moment of being here<\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n

Babatunde<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u2022 Take time to enjoy your time in Southampton<\/p>\n

\u2022 Explore neighbouring towns and cities<\/p>\n

\u2022 Mix and make friends<\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n

Marija <\/strong><\/p>\n

\u2022 Take advantage of the library; it has amazing resources<\/p>\n

\u2022 Check out all the buildings on the campus<\/p>\n

\u2022 Get a gym membership to balance out all the instant ramen noodles you\u2019ll be eating<\/p>\n

\u2022 Make sure you find time to relax and travel the UK- You\u2019ll love it<\/p>\n

\u2022 Bring gifts for me\u2014I need comfort after my dissertation<\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n

Ling <\/strong><\/p>\n

\u2022 Get railcard (16-35) and coach card to save money on transport<\/p>\n

\u2022 Amazon student discount\u2014Free Amazon prime for 6 months<\/p>\n

\u2022 Shop around to save money
\n\u2022 Travel!<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n

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