I'm leaving in less than a month for my study abroad program in the UK and was wondering if you had any advice/tips/general knowledge about the education system in the UK and in what ways it differs from the US? I'm trying to prepare myself as much as possible so I have a sense of what to expect when I get there. Also, anything you have to say about study abroad would be so helpful !!!!
I think my experience is different than others, because I came from a small private college in the US to a huge uni in the UK, so that was the biggest challenge for me: big lectures, small breakout groups, not a lot of one-on-one with professors. Most everything else was just adjusting to a new university: where things were, planning out logistics for walking to/from classes, understanding office hours, different uni departments, and new university systems for submitting class work. Do your best to get involved with clubs on campus, meet new people in the student halls, go out and explore your city and take cheap flights all over Europe. Use your study abroad resources and don't be afraid to try new things. Don't be scared: it's just like starting at a new school! And definitely don't be ashamed to ask for help if you need it.












