First Year University Experience at King's College London

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♡ My first year at university experience || King’s College London University x Mei-Ying Chow ♡
The video where I share the highs and lows of what it’s like to study in London - from my first year uni results, the housing stress, to homesickness and missing school and of course... the finances and friends...
If you have any questions about E&M at KCL or my London uni accommodation do let me know in the comments and I’ll reply to them all. I’m staying at an intercollegiate hall, which basically means all students from London universities can stay there, so that includes King’s College London, UCL, LSE, SOAS, Birkbeck and RVC are all here. I really like it cause I’ve met more people outside the KCL uni group and it gives you lots to chat about when making friends etc. Out of the intercollegiate halls, I’m staying at College Hall but my sister stayed 3 years at international halls so I know quite a lot about that one too. They’re all in perfect walking distance to campus and the facilities are super nice as you can see and being catered is a blessing when your day of lectures finishes at 6pm and you don’t have the energy to go shopping and then to cook it - as well as that there aren’t many Lidl’s or Aldi’s around for cheap food shopping so it can be a bit pricey. I did a video where I gave you a tour around my uni accommodation - bathrooms and pantry and all that jazz. The link to that video - • london university room...
THE LABOUR SAVING DEVICES & COOL THINGS I USE FOR UNIVERSITY
Seventeen London Rucksack - www.seventeenlondon.com/disco...
Lenovo iBOOK tablet - amzn.to/2DJJFf8 My sister got this on the black friday sales a couple of years ago for only £200 - half price!!
MacBook Pro 13 inch retina display - amzn.to/2PBV4E0 you can often get student discount on apple products too!!
Canon g7x mark 2 amzn.to/2BdHLAV again I'd wait for some black friday or boxing day sales as these often come down in price dramatically but they go quick!!
40m battery powered fairy lights amzn.to/2RY1eMo
Subcold 15L Minifridge amzn.to/2Oy3v2Y
Brother Laser Printer amzn.to/2CRG1zo
Marble Wrapping Paper www.johnlewis.com/john-lewis-...
UNIVERSITY SERIES
Kings choral choir concert and Stamford street apartment vlog - • stamford street apartm...
Unusual day at Kings uni vlog - www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZzEoZ...
Usual day at Kings college London vlog - • a "not so average" day...
Oxford Uni vlog - www.youtube.com/watch?v=XnkAq...
Kent Uni vlog - www.youtube.com/watch?v=HuDEk...
UEA Uni vlog - www.youtube.com/watch?v=X2CrN...
Spending 24 hours in the Maughan Library Challenge - • Spending 24 hours in a...
University Q&A at KCL - • what first year of uni...
Decorating my uni dorm for christmas - • Decorating my uni room...
Stamford Street Apartments and Kings chorus choir concert vlog - • stamford street apartm...
Some of the topics I talk about:
F I N A N C E S
Accommodation for first year
My biggest purchases of the year
Did my friends or I get a job?
Luxury nanny service - www.korukids.co.uk/become-a-n...
How much were stationery, textbooks and software?
I think I ended up spending £50 total during the year for my accounting software which was necessary to take the mid term exams!
F R I E N D S
Freshers club night tickets and wristbands - waste of money?
Kings Welcome App events - boat tours and yoga!!
Do I/ How to not feel excluded for not drinking?
The best thing about London location & easy transport
H O M E S I C K N E S S
Tips on how to cope with homesickness during university?
L E S S O N S L E A R N T
No all nighters for Mei-Ying
Laundry is alright as Mei-Ying sits on the floor in a christmas hat pairing an odd pair of black and white socks
M I S S I N G S C H O O L
Taking a GAP year before university
A L C O H O L and other drugs...
A C C O M M O D A T I O N
Tips for finding the best student accommodation in London
If you want to watch my last video - tips on how I passed my driving exam first time and story time • Video
WHERE TO FIND ME-
Snapchat || meiying
Instagram || / meiyingchow
Twitter || / meiyingchow
Business email || meiyingchow.ig@gmail.com
If you’re reading the description box like the wonderful, sneaky subscriber that you are, then comment below ✏️ for some secret Chow points!
key words- A day in the life at uni, British university, London university, KCL university, university room tour, fresher top tips, life as a university student, studying in England, what it’s like at university, fresher advice, day in the life of a student, life at university, college hall vlog, UoL accommodation, university vlog, uni vlog, day in the life of a uni student vlog, university food, what to eat at uni, university tips and tricks, university best tips, tips for university

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@rabbit5000 4 года назад

its really reassuring that we are similar in our preferences (or lack of) for drugs/alcohol. im really afraid that not being a clubber will adversely affect my ability to make friends. also, such a great coincidence that i will be starting the same course as ur sister (and in kings as well)!!! i hope to see you on campus. your videos are always so helpful xx

@seldie9569 4 года назад

I think it's great that you talk about finances... I feel like, sometimes, it's a subject every student complains about but doesn't really acknowledge. Few are really open about that, and it's a shame because it's a relief to know you're not the only one counting your spendings, and sometimes even struggling with it... Anyway, it's always very pleasant to hear about your experience at uni in general and at Kings specifically. I was wondering, did you do a "gap year recap" video ? I'm planning my gap year (between my undergraduate degree and the beggining of my masters) and I'm looking everywhere I can for ideas and insights! Thank you

@meiyingchow 4 года назад

Haha yes it’s quite hard to ignore finances, being a student in London and also studying a finance related degree 😉 I have really done a gap year recap video no but I’m happy to answer any questions you have! I ended up travelling a lot around India and south east Asia as well as Europe. I also did more things with my RU-vid, like starting a merchandise company etc I was looking into doing some teaching courses too and did train to climb to base camp of Everest before that horrible accident... I would definitely recommend a gap year to anyone as it gives you time to unwind and be more creative and explore other areas! I hope you have a great day and well done on completing your undergraduate degree!!! 🎉🌟

@seldie9569 4 года назад

@@meiyingchow Thank you so much for your answers ! I have plenty of ideas for my gap year but my biggest struggle is how to finance all of it. Can I contact you on instagram ? :)

@ruthmoraa4002 4 года назад

Just got an interview request from kings scheduled on 2/08/19. Medical bioscience research mphil/PhD. Prayers plz

@meiyingchow 4 года назад

🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼 good luck! I’m sure you’ll smash it Ruth!

@alimaxwell4560 4 года назад

Amazing good luck

@possiblyme14 4 года назад

Ruth Moraa you got this!!

@hsehovic63 4 года назад

Good luck, tell us how it went

@katieuphoria776 4 года назад

Good luck!!!

@khaliljerbi1708 4 года назад

You look so kind! Thank you for having share your experience!

@floormugge8445 4 года назад

I totally agree with needing some alone time after being around people 24/7 - and I thought I was an extrovert too!

@meiyingchow 4 года назад

Haha glad to hear I wasn’t the only one! That’s very reassuring 💜 I hope you’re enjoying your summer lovely!

@MissCampbell96 4 года назад

Haha, this is so accurate. Life at kings is tough but honestly it’s such a good uni! You’ll be fine babe, I took a couple years out after my first year so I’m going to second year too, honestly just plough through and try and enjoy the experience as much as possible.

@meiyingchow 3 года назад

I hope you had a good second year! Good luck for third year :D

@saff1257 2 года назад

i’m so scared about the workload.. is it just too much :( is it more than other unis

@ardiniedrin344 4 года назад

you made uni sounds a lil more fun, just got my igcse result and gonna go to uni soon too so hearing this helps :)

@macerly 4 года назад

So useful, thanks! Was it kings that hosted the 7 parties during fresher’s or all an organization?

@meiyingchow 4 года назад

No it’s my pleasure and I think I got it off the official London uni freshers website so King’s had one which was the official kclsu (kings student union) ice breaker at the ministry of sound and then they had others that week at different clubs but just for kings students I believe!

@pauline4260 4 года назад

Loved this Mei-Ying! I live in Switzerland and will be going into my 3rd year, but still like to have an insight into what University is like in the UK :) (also, I hope we'll get to see your mum again in one of your future videos cause she's so funny ahah)

@meiyingchow 4 года назад

Thank you Pauline! I would love to visit Switzerland properly sometime soon and good luck with your third year! I’m sure you’ll do great 💕 would you say university is quite different here to where you are? My mum will certainly be appearing in a video very soon... a potential yoga challenge part two might be in the works 😏

@annielordon2549 4 года назад

Great to see you've really made the most of your first year at King's. Would love to catch up again in the future :)

@meiyingchow 4 года назад

Thank you Annie! It has been a great year and yes, it would be great to catch up soon! I hope you’re having a great summer ☀️

@raindrop9314 4 года назад

Awww shes so cute the way she says schedule ❤️❤️❤️

@celianowill917 4 года назад

This was so useful to know as I make my applications this year, thank you! 💛

@meiyingchow 4 года назад

I’m so glad I could help and that you found the video useful! Good luck with your applications this year and have a great day 💜

@alexi2369 4 года назад

I'm not going to uni yet but ugh.. it's such a stressful topic and every time someone tries to kinda make it easier for me, it's getting worse hahah. Thank you for making video description that detailed

@meiyingchow 4 года назад

Ahh that’s such a shame! If there’s anything I can do to relieve any uni stress just let me know! It sounds like you have time so there’s no need to worry too much just yet and it’s my pleasure 💜 I’m glad I can help in some shape or form! I maxed out the characters possible in the description.... 5000/5000 characters hahaha

@saff1257 2 года назад

i’m feeling the exact same- it makes me feel so so panicked just thinking about it. maybe kcl isn’t for us?

@2403Amelie 4 года назад

As an introvert, I get very tired of being around people after a few hours (not 2 weeks ahaha!). I think it’s just totally normal that you needed some time for yourself after freshers, that doesn’t mean you’re an introvert ^^

@emilystar7119 4 года назад

I love You Soo much!Your Tips Really Help Me!

@meiyingchow 4 года назад

Ahh I love you too and I’m so glad I could help 💕 have a lovely day Emily!

@vishnupriya3870 4 года назад

King's- joining on september- interview call.... This video is on my recommendation, dont know why. I havent searched for ds content or related content. But late at this nyt tym i was thinking about this institution ryt here at dubai hills my dream organisation kings college hospital dubai. All these days i was saying these keywords to myself for this last few months now. That i will be joining KCH dubai hills by sep with a dream package. Universe just gave me a confirmation about my dream.... Thank u uploader 😍 for d video.

@mridulamanoj12 4 года назад

✏️ I'm glad you brought up the books part! They are so expensive and some times you can find them way cheaper by getting digital versions or renting as well. It's nice to have you back missed your videos💕

@meiyingchow 4 года назад

Oooh yes there was the choice to rent books from the library but there are often only a handful of copies and between hundreds of students it’s a bit risky haha but all my books were digital versions this year 💜 I’ve already got my videos for the next few weeks planned so I’m super excited to get them up out! It’s lovely to have your comments back and if I’m correct ✏️ I’m going to pencil in some extra 21 chow points to your score!!

@mridulamanoj12 4 года назад

Amazon is a good place for renting and check other online stores! But I'm not sure how available they are in the UK. And I'm excited to see more videos and more of dimsum ofcourse!! Have a lovely day!

@meiyingchow 4 года назад

Ooooh renting on amazon?!? I’ve never heard of that. That’s such a cool concept so thank you for letting me know. I shall check that out now 👌🏼 ooooh I have certain dim sum specific video coming mid August.... just waiting a big delivery haha 🚚

@eduardaregufe1037 3 года назад

I have just received an offer from King’s College and I am not sure whether I should go there or not 🥶 thank you for the video, it was extremely helpful!

@meiyingchow 3 года назад

That’s so exciting!! Well done Eduarda ❤️ I’m glad this video could help you and I’m sure you’ll make the right decision regardless!

@Licentiapoetica 3 года назад

You went?

@sam-wu2ff 4 года назад

I am applying to KCL for the medicine course but I have never left my family and London is so expensive and I am getting anxiety attack’s just thinking of university in general because it’s such a huge step for me

@mi-1141 4 года назад

Same, are applications for September still on?

@sam-wu2ff 4 года назад

вαmвí -х I think the deadline is 15th October for Medicine and Mid January for other courses

@mi-1141 4 года назад

@@sam-wu2ff thank youuu. I'm going to apply asap

@mi-1141 4 года назад

@@sam-wu2ff but like if you apply October you're gonna resume January right?

@sam-wu2ff 4 года назад

вαmвí -х I guess if you apply before the deadline and your application is accepted you are called for an interview and after your A-level results of you achieved the required grades you will be part of the class of 2020 students

@Yuna-pt8nr 3 года назад

Just got an unconditional offer on econ and management! Thanks for this video

@meiyingchow 3 года назад

Oh my word!! That’s amazing 🤩 well done you!!

@SandeepKaur-vc4ph 4 года назад

I don’t drink either omg finally someone who doesn’t drink either lol x

@meiyingchow 4 года назад

Haha yep it seems like a lot of my viewers are rather similar which is so cool! You’ll meet quite a few others at uni too so don’t worry 💕

@TA-lx1fi 4 года назад

Oh my God, I'm going to uni in the UK next year, and I was so worried I wouldn't find other non-drinkers

@Neiltxu 3 года назад

@@TA-lx1fi I´m moving to London for uni too next year and I´m also a non-drinker, now I´m happy to hear that I´ll find more non-drinkers like me

@xano3349 3 года назад

Non-drinkers🙌

@alissie2609 Год назад

@@Neiltxu I'm actually just a teen right now, but I do plan on moving back to London and studying there, I don't plan on drinking either! I mean, my older brother was drinking and taking drugs at my age...

@valerie2061 4 года назад

Thank you for this! Im leaving for kings in september :) only worried bc they messed up my accommodation and I might not have intercollegiate halls anymore 😔 but i’ll stay hopeful!

@meiyingchow 4 года назад

It’s my pleasure and I’m just glad you enjoyed the video! My fingers are crossed for you and even if you don’t get intercollegiate halls, the kings residencies aren’t terrible! I’m sure you’ll meet some lovely people wherever you go butbin the meantime enjoy your summer! ☀️

@cl4recho 4 года назад

Hey Mei Ying! I've been watching your videos for a while and I start first year this September. Got some questions about freshers - there are events for week 1 (freshers week itself) then weeks 2 and 3 as you maybe remember, I'm wondering which events to buy tickets for? Are there any specifically you'd recommend? I do drink, but not a lot, but I love dancing and going out :) and do people go for those in week 3? Or is it mainly just week 1 and 2? Thank you x

@maximiliendjanguirov9296 4 года назад

I will join Kcl in September for my first year, thank you for all your videos!

@SoAS26 4 года назад

Me too!!

@meiyingchow 4 года назад

That’s my pleasure! Best of luck for starting kings 💕 I’m sure you’ll have a fab time and if you’ve got any questions do let me know!

@annaf4198 4 года назад

me too :)

@maximiliendjanguirov9296 4 года назад

Oh so cool what course)

@maximiliendjanguirov9296 4 года назад

Mei-Ying Chow thank you so much!!!

@paigestation8229 4 года назад

I’d love to go to uni in London but the thing that’s putting me off the most is how expensive it is to live there compared to up here in the north 😭 any advice??

@birajjj 4 года назад

Thanks for the informative video but I was wondering whether you could disclose why KCL stood out to you over the other unis you applied to? Cheers :)

@clemmierocks 4 года назад

Thank you for this! Can you make a video on taking a spontaneous gap year? Thinking about calling on results day and asking for one ...

@saff1257 2 года назад

i took a gap year, it makes no difference at all! i would DEFINITELY recommend it

@Kay-oj7gl 4 года назад

I have been really trying to get a feel for English universities, since I'm an American aiming for a University there, thanks for this video. Two questions do you have any advice for the application process and you mentioned you don't drink so did people try to pressure you into doing it. I can't drink because of medication and i am worried people will see it as a challenge to get me to drink

@megabyte291 Год назад

Sooo useful :)

@khaizenyau9291 4 года назад

Hey! Thanks for the video. I’m going to kings in September but I have no idea what to expect. Especially in the friend department 😭

@meiyingchow 4 года назад

Ahh good luck for September! I’m sure you’ll have a great time 💜 I had very low expectations but King’s surpassed it in all areas! I’m glad my video could help ☀️

@humairaanjum9158 4 года назад

Ooooh I’m going kings this September too!

@khaizenyau9291 4 года назад

Humaira Anjum omg !! What course? :0

@humairaanjum9158 4 года назад

Khai Zen Yau I’m Going to Be studying biomedical science! Wbu??

@khaizenyau9291 4 года назад

Humaira Anjum I’m studying law!! see u there maybe 😋

@jj5638 4 года назад

Hey! its great to see ur video, but Im currently having trouble with socializing and making friends! I just don't know how to start and how to keep that relationship over friends, and apparently I do feel as if I am quite the quiet type of girl that don't attract people coming to me. btw Im a first year uni student at UK. it would be great if you could give some advice or possible a video helping introverts sociable! thanks!

@zazatwoisfab 4 года назад

Love your videos ❤️ Do you have any club recommendations for students in London? I’m starting uni this year but have heard London clubs are crazy expensive!

@meiyingchow 4 года назад

Thank you Kate! My favourite club is heaven as it is actually free if you do guest list and arrive before midnight! It doesn’t have to be expensive at all 💜 often freshers club nights are a LOT more than usual so don’t worry!

@afifashaik2956 3 года назад

I wanted to do law at kings and was wondering if u could make a video with ur sister who did law and answering some of our questions on live chat???

@vpcreations8401 4 года назад

The way ur talking was awesome

@ahuman487 4 года назад

I start at kcl in 2 weeks for geography and this pops up in my feed! Do you think freshers is that important? I dont drink and clubbing doesnt really interest me. Im also going to be commuting.

@irissalemi3321 3 года назад

Hello!! Thank you for this very useful video!! I was only wondering one thing : would you happen to know if we are allowed to welcome someone who doesn't study at King's in our accommodation (boyfriend)?? Thanks for your answer ;)

@celiagbn 4 года назад

Do you think that it is better to be studying in a campus out of London as there would be more student life or do you feel like London is a good place for uni?

@zkhan5560 4 года назад

Who else can’t wait to start Economics & Management at KCL this September?😅

@meiyingchow 4 года назад

Ahh good luck with e&m and if you ever need some help just lemme know! Hopefully see you around bush house very soon 🌟🎉

@zkhan5560 4 года назад

Mei-Ying Chow Since I’ve got only one like (from you) on this comment; I guess it’s just me who’s excited.😂 I’m just so happy that KCL were able to change my course from Economics to Economics & Management before September. The change of course was surprisingly quick, easy and stress free. I defo want a 1st like you in my 1st year, so yeah, any help you can offer me will be highly appreciated. I’ve already started studying some of the course content over the summer. I don’t care about how many hours of studying I have to put in. I just really want a 1st.😂 And yaaas, hopefully see you around!😁

@mac3490 4 года назад

Excellent video Mei! Your videos are really useful for those aspiring to get to university. Which IT do you use? Do you use Apple laptops or just normal PCs? Which laptop and smartphone do you use and why? What is most popular at Kings amongst students? I have a Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge and a Toshiba laptop from 2011. Do you think these would be good enough for a first year at university? Many thanks

@meiyingchow 4 года назад

I’ve got all my tech things in the description but I use an apple MacBook Pro 13 inch - which is about 5 years old - and I did have an Android one plus x but got my first (second hand) iPhone this year. However, I wouldn’t say tech is that important. You can make notes on any laptop or even on paper as they have big slides and my lecturers don’t go too fast either! That would definitely be good enough for uni 💕 I’m glad I could help though and best wishes!

@happyp2305 4 года назад

I’m going on to economics this year as undergrad but I’m worried about the maths will it be too difficult to overcome or is it manageable?

@meiyingchow 4 года назад

It’s definitely manageable! Maths only takes up a quarter of the modules and they always put on extra classes to make sure everyone was up to the same speed which was really helpful! Good luck with your course and have a great day!

@carolinklein8572 4 года назад

Omg! Finally someone with the same struggles. I am starting Political Economy in September and I was worried too!

@elisayimeiwang830 3 года назад

Is it obligatory to move out of uni's accommodation in the 2nd and 3rd year at kcl?

@acassiadavidson7428 3 года назад

This was such a great video! I also noticed you said you took a gap year, so was it weird being in a class with people mostly younger than you? I'm planning on changing unis but I don't know whether to just go ahead with second year, or if I should start from first :')

@meiyingchow 3 года назад

Thank you so much! I’m glad you enjoyed it and tbh pretty much all my friends here took gap years too!! People come from all different countries and so some are under 18, a few are over 25 ☺️ I hope that helps!!

@acassiadavidson7428 3 года назад

@@meiyingchow It does, thank you so much!

@meiyingchow 3 года назад

I’m so glad!! You’re more than welcome 🥰❤️ happy weekend!!

@thaliakalai5047 3 года назад

This was such a useful video! What is the intercollegiate hall you're staying at? Are there any you'd recommend?

@meiyingchow 3 года назад

Yess!! I loved college hall and my friend at Connaught hall had a great group of friends! They’re tighter and smaller communities 💛✨

@camillebht 4 года назад

I’m starting a biochem degree at KCL in September and I’m quite anxious about the socialising part. I love being around people but I’m stressed that I won’t know anybody to get to freshers event with :( do you just go by yourself and get to know people there? I don’t feel like I could go clubbing on my own... how do people usually do this? Even though my English is not a problem making friends can be quite intimidating as a foreigner😪 At least I’ll be living in a Kings accommodation I assume it won’t be too hard to meet people there...

@SReignite 4 года назад

I'm going into my second year of uni and I found that everyone is in the same position and everybody's open to talking and making new friends so don't worry about it too much, just be open to conversations.

@kiarinne6959 4 года назад

camillebht Hi you!! I'm starting a chem degree at KCL and I'm a foreigner too. I think we're going to be alright x

@meiyingchow 4 года назад

No kings accommodation is very sociable and you’ll certainly meet people during the first couple of minutes of moving in! Everyone moves in on the same day pretty much and everyone is buzzing around and constantly introducing themselves. I went clubbing with my neighbours and then later on in the year I went with my choir society friends more! You’ll definitely be alright and kings has special days for study abroad and foreign students to make you feel super welcomed which is a great way to meet friends 💜 I hope you have a great day and good luck come September!

@user-ms8do3jr6i 4 года назад

Just a question, I’m going to study economics in uni but I didn’t have it as an a level subject. Do you think I’ll be able to adjust?

@rebeccabailey681 4 года назад

I’m doing Law at uni. I didn’t do Law for a level and didn’t find it difficult to “adjust” at all; as long as you’re prepared to learn, you’ll be fine. Hope this helps!

@meiyingchow 4 года назад

Rebecca summer it up perfectly! I’ve never studied business before and my sister had never done law before either when she started uni! It’s often new for a lot of people so you won’t be alone 🌟

@user-ms8do3jr6i 4 года назад

Rebecca Bailey thank you ❤️

@griffindorsword1 4 года назад

hey! I'm going to king's from september but living at home and as a muslim I won't be clubbing or drinking. but I'm very eager to make a lot of friends and have a social life! Do you have any advice for me in making friends as I won't be meeting people through living or clubbing with them :/

@SoAS26 4 года назад

I will be starting law at Kings this Sept!! So nervous !!

@meiyingchow 4 года назад

Good luck! My sister did the same degree and I have full faith you’ll do amazing too 💕

@SoAS26 4 года назад

@@meiyingchow thank you so much!! :)

@khaizenyau9291 4 года назад

Saffana Siddiqui oh wow me too!!

@t4981 3 года назад

I love your British accent!

@delia9414 4 года назад

I just got into king’s after being waitlisted. I got into politics but I am still hesitating with another degree from another french uni (I’m from France 🙃). Is king’s really worth it (societies, social life, quality of the classes ...)

@antoncoker Год назад

How was it

@hamzadaudali6019 4 года назад

Hi. I am thinking of going to King's for medicine but that would require me to stay at home. I was wondering if you knew anyone on your course who stayed at home and if that would make it harder to make friends or socialise

@junghyunahn7828 4 года назад

Hello, I just finished my 2nd yr biochem at kings. Personally I stayed at accommodations but don’t think there’d be much difference if you’re to commute from home. I’d say it will depend on how active you’ll be though. Because I’ve met most of my friends through lectures, practicals, “studying” at library etc lol. also joining societies/clubs will give you a lot of opportunities to make friends, especially if you do sports and join a gkt team.. BLEEDRED

@tatorials 4 года назад

any tips if you have social anxiety and find it really difficult to put yourself out there? I'm going to uni in september and although i'm excited, clubbing/big social events aren't really my thing so I'm just a bit nervous of whether i'll be able to make friends ahaha

@meiyingchow 4 года назад

First off good luck for starting uni in September but I’m sure you’ll have a wonderful time! 🌟 there are endless opportunities to meet people not in big social events, for example if you’re staying in university accommodation you’ll most likely have house mates that you’ll bump into one at a time in your kitchen/ social space. You can do little dinner meals together or even do some baking before you go up so you can offer your new flat mates some snacks - that’s a nice way of starting a conversation! Making friends with your housemates is one of the most comforting things you can do as pretty much no matter what, you’ll be returning home to these people every night. Similarly the same thing will happen on your course, where in some introductionary lectures you might ask to sit next to someone and then you can just get to know them 💕 friends is often the biggest worry but everyone is in the same boat at the end of the day and they want to meet new friends - to be honest, after a week of saying where your from, what you study and introducing yourself it can actually be a little boring but so many unis have really great events to just pop along to as they want happy students in the end! Clubbing certainly isn’t the only way to meet people so really don’t worry ☀️ I hope that helped and if you need any more tips just let me know! Have a great day 🌿

@tatorials 4 года назад

@@meiyingchow ah thank you so so much for your response!! Really appreciate your help and advice with this and you've definitely made me feel better about settling in the next few months!

@meiyingchow 4 года назад

It’s my pleasure! Well done again for your offer and have a lovely summer ☀️🎉

@arpanchatterjee2559 4 года назад

Do you know how the English department is at King’s? I have an admit for studying next year, but I am skeptical in terms of the insane amount of tuition fees for an international student. Also, I was checking out residences and I found that I can afford only one or two of the halls, and some of the intercollegiate halls work out as well. Do you think it’s worth the money? Thanks in advance :)

@meiyingchow 4 года назад

I don’t know much about the English department but I have one or two friends who study English and they enjoy it! London in general is incredibly expensive but any international student I’ve met has said they’re glad to come - compared to a lot of American colleges it’s also a lot cheaper but I stayed in intercollegiate halls first year too as they were the cheapest and so so nice! You’re catered there as well so have no food costs whatsoever, as they will have seconds for the times of the days that they don’t serve food. Stamford Street is one of cheapest and it’s amazing location means that the rooms themselves aren’t the best -very small and there’s no catering. Of course, everyone has their own measurements of good value but every international student I’ve spoken to has said they love London and studying in kings! I hope that helps ☺️

@arpanchatterjee2559 4 года назад

Mei-Ying Chow thank a lot :)

@lelelele999 4 года назад

hey! Im going to study philosophy and I really will be on a budget. Do you have to pay to attend the welcome events? and how much? thanks x

@jas_313 4 года назад

I’m actually applying for philosophy this year for 2021 entry and I’m considering Kings...hence why I’m here! I’d love to pick your brain about your application, PS mainly, that you think was instrumental in you getting an offer - if that’s okay with you obviously. So sorry if this is annoying, it’s just so rare to find anyone who’s applied for philosophy😅

@alimaxwell4560 4 года назад

U mentioned that u dont drink neither do I. But I was slightly concerned that it might limit the things I can do or my experience might not b as enjoyable. Any thought on that

@daniella3116 4 года назад

Me too , so far at alevels it hasn’t massively affected me , but I am quite worried for next year at Uni .

@alimaxwell4560 4 года назад

@@daniella3116 exactly all these freshers events seen alcohol heavy

@daniella3116 4 года назад

@@alimaxwell4560 but impure they will be a couple of people who don’y drink and it won’t be that bad.

@SachiJain018 2 года назад

Is it easy to get into kcl for undergraduate ??

@palaksidhu7844 4 года назад

Hi dear..do u just know any stdnt doing 'international relations nd politics'...plz suggest them to videos nd share their experience..

@guenli7838 3 года назад

hi! i literally just got an offer for kings so i’m now watching this video for the like third time haha. do you think it’s realistic for a student to be driving in london? i’m too emotionally attached to my car and don’t want to sell him when i go to uni lol (stupid i know)

@meiyingchow 3 года назад

No way!! That’s amazing - 🎉 congratulations!!! I don’t know many students that drive into uni in London - pretty much all tube in (although no right now with rona). My friends have all kept their cars however but just at home for summer and half term/ reading weeks!

@nessa9732 3 года назад

I also got an offer a few days ago. I have such a hard time deciding between King's and Durham though

@annscarlett5146 4 года назад

What would you be able to do at freshers week if you will be 17 for the most part of your first year? Would you still be able to buy a club wrist band?

@meiyingchow 4 года назад

That’s a good question. I’m not entirely sure but most club nights are 18+ and especially in London, where the security is pretty tight, as that is our legal drinking age here 🍺🍸

@hasankaiser4563 2 года назад

Hey, I was just wondering, what are the business students like? My current conception is that they're really full of themselves

@meiyingchow 2 года назад

Hey! I feel like you get people like that wherever you go but I wouldn’t say my course friends are like that at all. As long as you give out good energy, you will attract the right people back ✨

@celinesavaricas3917 4 года назад

Would I be missing out on a lot if I go to my first year at Kings as an underage student ?

@meiyingchow 4 года назад

You will miss out on the clubbing and drinking aspect if you’re under 18 but there’s so much more to do than that. Kings has great opportunities for its students that are worth taking and exploring! I would say go for it 💜

@annaf4198 4 года назад

Celine Savaricas same here :) I will be underage for two years

@elsieking6249 4 года назад

16&17 is way way too young to be going to uni my opinion. I feel like you need time to grow in to yourself before taking such a massive leap in to university

@daniella3116 4 года назад

I personally really kings , it seems like a very nice place to study nursing , however because I live in quite a small and quiet town everyone here seems to be put off by the idea of me wanting to study in London to the point where it is beginning to scare me too and now im contemplating it .

@meiyingchow 4 года назад

Just remember it’s your future, but I’m sure whatever you choose, it will be the right thing! I have faith in you and as long as you do things to make your future self happy then that’s all that matters 💜 sending you big hugs! xx

@daniella3116 4 года назад

@@meiyingchow AWWW thank you sm , hopefully I will get in.

@ABRAHAM4EVER 3 года назад

@@meiyingchow do you have faith in me too ?

@isabellasammarco5242 4 года назад

do you know any students majoring in neuroscience?

@prabeseno7909 4 года назад

How can I construct my personal statement for the same course?

@meiyingchow 3 года назад

I will be dropping a video next month writing a personal statement and CV for interviews & internships/ spring week!

@prabeseno7909 3 года назад

@@meiyingchow eagerly waiting...have been following you in ig

@kellywidjaja2002 4 года назад

Any tips on going to clubs without drinking with friends who drinks???

@whatithoughtyouwere 4 года назад

Don't do it! Take it from someone who tried for 2 years, find people who enjoy doing what you do or you'll be stuck looking after drunk friends the whole year, become resentful and not enjoy yourself. My advice; save yourself the trouble

@meiyingchow 4 года назад

I wouldn’t necessarily agree with Thara but I can understand sometimes, very rarely, you might have to look after your friends but even if I did drink I would still look after them anyway if they needed my help. I tend to load up on sugar- might have a nice Fanta during the drinking games and if you find a club with good music then you can just dance away. I love it cause you can go all out with the moves and nobody really notices plus it’s a lot cheaper haha 🌟 I’m easily affected by sugar or even caffeine so I’ve had a latte before on a friend’s birthday to keep me up and pumped! Also, your friends should still be considerate of your choice not to drink ofc so without pressure or any awkwardness it’s really great! It is good to get a balance though of people who like going out and also who enjoy things like going for a meal or coffee instead! 💜

@hamzadaudali6019 4 года назад

I love going to clubs and I don't drink. I mean usually I have one friend who doesn't drink and we just have fun with the people who are drunk. I. E. Once me and my friend convinced everyone drunk at a club that pharell had died. The way to have fun is just pick something to do and distract yourself, also remember everything you do, noone will remember the next day XD

@whatithoughtyouwere 4 года назад

Just to add, if you're having to distract yourself then you probably shouldn't be in the club. Drinking is such a huge part of university culture. Clubbing at university is a special type of normalised peer pressure

@meiyingchow 4 года назад

There is definitely an expectation to go out and drink in order to socialise at uni. However if you, like me can enjoy clubbing without alcohol through being with friends and dancing and the odd fizzy drink then it’s definitely doable. It’s worth trying out different clubs to see which environment and music you like best to dance to but ofc if this is something you’ve tried and just don’t enjoy, then it’s obviously not worth forcing it. There are plenty of other ways to socialise without clubbing 🌟 just choose what feels right for you and you’ll end up surrounding yourself with friends who understand! Big hugs 💕

@lizykim7460 4 года назад

I’m a French student planning to do a year abroad next year and I really wanted to go to London or the UK but now with this whole Brexit thing I’m thinking it’s going to be even more expensive than usual 😭

@meiyingchow 4 года назад

Haha yes brexit certainly hasn’t made things any clearer recently! Still, studying abroad is definitely a great opportunity and the UK would be lucky to have you 💕

@howtodrawwithmiketv782 4 года назад

Mei-Ying Chow I have a question can you go to university if you don’t have three ucas pint like for example can you go to uni if you have only DD instead of triple DDD like this ? Or you need two full years in BTEC

@mewmewmew2000 4 года назад

@@howtodrawwithmiketv782 that's not really a question for her, you'd be better off asking an admissions officer.

@sofiesieling271 4 года назад

How many clubs/sports would you recommend to join as an international student with no friends nor any family close? A healthy social life is very important for me, but because I want to apply, if possible, to Oxford for my PhD I cannot afford to slack off with school. The clubs/societies I'd join are: Cheerleading, Yoga, Creative Writing, Harry Potter and Classics + perhaps a Book Club - would that be too much, according to you? :)