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Reflecting on my first year of university, tips, lessons and insights I wish I’d known from the start.

Alex looks back on her first year of university, noting a few key findings which she wishes she knew that…

23 January 2026

Why I chose Games Programming

Hazel shares her story as to why she picked to study Game Programming and why she enjoys it.

21 January 2026

Transitioning from Undergraduate to Postgraduate, staying at UON

Thinking about staying in Northampton for postgraduate study? Olabisi explains why she chose to continue her academic journey at UON.…

16 January 2026

Why I chose to study Children and Young People’s Nursing

The blog reflects Valerie’s personal journey into nursing, focusing on the importance of compassion, resilience, and creating positive change in…

14 January 2026

How I chose my student perk

In this blog, Lucy shares how she chose a laptop for her student perk and how it has benefited her.

12 January 2026

Fantastic Opportunities offered as a Student of the Arts at the University of Northampton

If you’re interested in studying a course relating to the arts, this blog is for you!

8 January 2026

How the accommodation discount let me focus on belonging, not bills.

Faith shares how the accommodation discount has enhanced her experience at UON.

7 January 2026

Why should you study a journalism course at UON

Joe talks about the journalism courses at UON and why people should study here.

6 January 2026

Why I picked MSc Project Management

Hero shares why he decided to study MSc Project Management at the University of Northampton.

5 January 2026

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