I applied for the Bestway Foundation Scholarship
Danish wanted to progress in his Engineering career and looked at studying a Master’s abroad. After finding out about the Bestway Foundation Scholarship, he applied to the University of Bradford….
Why I chose to study Business and Management
We spoke to Laura Dinu, about how she came to her decision to study Business and Management BSc at the University of Bradford. Laura Dinu, Business and Management BSc (Hons)…
Redefining foundation years at university
Naeem chose to study a Foundation in Clinical Sciences/Medicine at the University of Bradford after taking a gap year. He shares the reasons why a foundation year can change everything…
Choosing a university in the UK
We interviewed one of our international PhD students, Abeer Alkhwaldi, about choosing an international university and course. Find out about her first experiences of coming to Bradford with her family and…
Take the leap – don’t be afraid of going to uni away from home
Hi my name is Lorene and I am in my final year of the Master’s of Pharmacy at the wonderful University of Bradford. I moved from Bangor, Northern Ireland all…
How to choose a university and degree
Are you in the process of deciding which university and degree you should choose? Naeem discusses everything you need to take into consideration to make the best choice for your…
International students: overcoming the language barrier
Mariusz moved from Poland to study Chemical Engineering with us. After initially feeling anxious about speaking English, he came up with a cunning plan to overcome his fears. Mariusz, BEng Chemical…
5 reasons to choose Bradford
Laura studies BSc Business and Management and she shares her top 5 reasons to choose Bradford. Find out more about studying at Bradford. Laura, BSc (Hons) Business and Management It is…
Choosing a university – second time’s the charm
Hisham came to study BSc (Hons) Computer Science with us after originally starting a degree at a different university. Here, he shares his advice on how to choose a university…
University open days for the socially anxious
For the socially anxious, shy or introverted among us, the thought of attending a university open day conjures one firm response: NOPE. Usually, we’re advised to attend open days to:…
How to cope with your embarrassing parents at open days
Stomach-churning, ground-opening, hide-in-your-hoodie embarrassment; parents have a knack of just saying the wrong thing at the wrong time. But when it comes to researching universities, you could find your parents’…
Pack the essentials for university
If you’re moving to university this September, you’ll want to make sure you pack everything you need for your first year away from home. Zoe, a third year Biomedical Engineering…
Read a Book Day 2018
It’s now over twenty years since parents first started raiding the dressing up box, getting creative with make-up, or making a late-night, last-minute, dash to the supermarket to dress up…
These life hacks will get you through the first few weeks of uni
So, you’ve bagged your place at uni and you’re getting ready to start your new student life. Here are some essentials and helpful tips to help you get your first few weeks off to a great start. A doorstop University of Bradford…
Engineering your future – placement years in industry
Engineering graduates have a vast range of career paths open to them. The work of engineers is at the heart of every industry, every product, and every part of our…
Student stories: Making Bradford home
Zoe moved to Bradford from Northampton to study with us. After a short spell of homesickness, she discovered that studying in Bradford was the best decision she’s made. Here, she…
We’ve made Clearing easier
Getting your results and applying through Clearing can be like riding a rollercoaster; there are ups and downs that you may not be prepared for, but we’re here to make…
Parents – here’s how you can help your child through Clearing
A level students across the country are hoping they get the grades they need this week – and the uncertainty can make it a stressful time for both parent and…
Apprenticeships vs Degrees
You may be torn between doing a degree or an apprenticeship, but the good news is you don’t have to choose between studying or working. Here are top five courses…
It’s never too late to start your degree
Going to university after a break from education can be daunting. If it’s something you’re considering though, you won’t be alone – around a third of our undergraduate students are…
Results day is around the corner
A Level results day is right around the corner and students everywhere will be going through many ups and downs leading up to, and after, the big day. But don’t…
Everything you need to know about Yorkshire
We’re very proud of a lot of things at Bradford, but today we’re especially proud to be situated in the greatest county of all; Yorkshire. No one is prouder than…
Understand human nature – then change people’s lives
The truth behind your decision making We think of ourselves as the masters of our own fate. But our decisions and our opportunities in life are often shaped by the…
8 things to do in summer before university
Summer is well underway and it’s time to make the most of it! Check out our tips on how to make the most of summer to help overcome the rollercoaster…
How to choose the right course for you
The two biggest decisions you need to make when considering university are: What course do you want to do? What university do you want to study at? It can feel…
Freshly brewed music with Doug: Desmond John
This Coffee House Session was a special one. Special at least for me, because it was my first gig as an actual PhD student like it says in the bio…
Freshly brewed music with Doug: Joe McCorriston
1pm Wednesday afternoon – while all the sports teams are out and about competing in their respective competitions, I am sat in Student Central, waiting for the next Coffee House…
Freshly brewed music with Doug: JoAnna Lee
Another week, another Coffee House Session and another location! Just when you thought that there was an established routine of listening to some live music in Student Central, someone breaks…
Freshly brewed music with Doug: Joel Baker
Joel Baker Joel’s set was probably been the most entertaining and most banter-filled session we have ever been fortunate enough to witness! Not only did he show up about half…
Freshly brewed music with Doug: FLAWES
Today I’m taking a look back at the UBU Coffee House Session by the band FLAWES. This week’s session had a last minute venue change due to a clash with…