Manchester Voices: A student podcast from The University of Manchester Transistor (https://transistor.fm) https://feeds.transistor.fm/manchester-voices For each episode, three students from The University of Manchester come together to talk about all things Manchester and university. Whether you're considering university study, have applied or are one of our current students, these podcasts will give you an insight into how to make the most of your university experience. Find out more about Manchester before joining us: https://www.manchester.ac.uk/study/ © 2025 The University of Manchester 1dc26490-d212-52c4-b829-4fe3088172ae yes Coming soon! Episode 11: Being an international student at The University of Manchester en Mon, 22 Dec 2025 04:52:19 -0800 Mon, 22 Dec 2025 05:28:00 -0800 https://www.manchester.ac.uk https://img.transistorcdn.com/QqykpkAwLVhLnny3Ey-vMDMIHm8EWC4Q831S-RwWAWQ/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9zaG93/LzQ5NTIyLzE3MDcz/MTQxNzYtYXJ0d29y/ay5qcGc.jpg Manchester Voices: A student podcast from The University of Manchester https://www.manchester.ac.uk episodic The University of Manchester For each episode, three students from The University of Manchester come together to talk about all things Manchester and university. Whether you're considering university study, have applied or are one of our current students, these podcasts will give you an insight into how to make the most of your university experience. Find out more about Manchester before joining us: https://www.manchester.ac.uk/study/ For each episode, three students from The University of Manchester come together to talk about all things Manchester and university. University,applying to university,manchester,manchester university, uni,student,college,applying to uni,ucas,student life, student,being a student Harry Newton studentmarketing@manchester.ac.uk No No Finding a home in Manchester | Ep 22: Manchester Voices 22 22 Finding a home in Manchester | Ep 22: Manchester Voices full d15ebd50-1d8c-443c-882d-73543f6bfec6 https://share.transistor.fm/s/21be66ad In this episode, Cher, Hassan, Afriyie and Eve talk about settling into University, from getting comfortable on campus, to figuring out life in a new city. They share what helped, what surprised them, and what they wish they'd known from the start. 

Whether you're thinking about applying, or already settling in, our guests offer their insight into what can make the transition feel a little easier!

]]> In this episode, Cher, Hassan, Afriyie and Eve talk about settling into University, from getting comfortable on campus, to figuring out life in a new city. They share what helped, what surprised them, and what they wish they'd known from the start. 

Whether you're thinking about applying, or already settling in, our guests offer their insight into what can make the transition feel a little easier!

]]> Mon, 22 Dec 2025 03:36:18 -0800 The University of Manchester The University of Manchester 2292 In this episode, Cher, Hassan, Afriyie and Eve talk about settling into University, from getting comfortable on campus, to figuring out life in a new city. They share what helped, what surprised them, and what they wish they'd known from the start. 

Whether you're thinking about applying, or already settling in, our guests offer their insight into what can make the transition feel a little easier!

]]> University, University of Manchester, Applying to uni, Student life, Manchester uni, Manchester, Undergraduate, Student No The university application process | Ep 21. Manchester Voices 21 21 The university application process | Ep 21. Manchester Voices full 9607f4b7-5165-4fd5-9ea4-2572876c9c4d https://share.transistor.fm/s/95e66091 Thinking about applying to The University of Manchester? In this episode, students Yasmin, Swarali, Thabisile and Michael open up about their experiences of applying to university, what worried them, what helped them through and how they decided on their courses. They’re joined by Huw from the Student Recruitment team, who explains the application process and answers common questions from applicants.

]]> Thinking about applying to The University of Manchester? In this episode, students Yasmin, Swarali, Thabisile and Michael open up about their experiences of applying to university, what worried them, what helped them through and how they decided on their courses. They’re joined by Huw from the Student Recruitment team, who explains the application process and answers common questions from applicants.

]]> Wed, 03 Dec 2025 05:39:15 -0800 The University of Manchester The University of Manchester 1694 Thinking about applying to The University of Manchester? In this episode, students Yasmin, Swarali, Thabisile and Michael open up about their experiences of applying to university, what worried them, what helped them through and how they decided on their courses. They’re joined by Huw from the Student Recruitment team, who explains the application process and answers common questions from applicants.

]]> Applying to University, The University of Manchester, UCAS, Personal statement, Manchester university, Manchester student No Life as a Student with Disabilities | Ep 20. Manchester Voices 20 20 Life as a Student with Disabilities | Ep 20. Manchester Voices full 2ecbc2fe-b80c-4ec2-89c9-1a7daafbb582 https://share.transistor.fm/s/c851e243 Welcome to another episode of Manchester Voices! In this episode, we dive into the experiences of students living with disabilities at university. From accessibility challenges to the support systems in place, our guests share their personal stories, struggles, and triumphs.

]]> Welcome to another episode of Manchester Voices! In this episode, we dive into the experiences of students living with disabilities at university. From accessibility challenges to the support systems in place, our guests share their personal stories, struggles, and triumphs.

]]> Mon, 24 Mar 2025 03:51:48 -0700 The University of Manchester The University of Manchester 3441 Welcome to another episode of Manchester Voices! In this episode, we dive into the experiences of students living with disabilities at university. From accessibility challenges to the support systems in place, our guests share their personal stories, struggles, and triumphs.

]]> disabilities, students with disabilities, disability, neurodivergence, autism, students, student life, university life, university students, manchester, manchester universities No Men's Mental Health for university students | Ep 19. Manchester Voices 19 19 Men's Mental Health for university students | Ep 19. Manchester Voices full e60c67dd-1f61-44df-9da9-6b4e8c6902b8 https://share.transistor.fm/s/72290808 In this episode, we sit down with members of the University of Manchester's Men's Mental Health Walking Society to discuss the importance of staying active for mental well-being. 🧠🚶‍♂️ From breaking down stigmas around men's mental health to sharing personal stories of growth, connection, and resilience, this conversation highlights how a simple walk can lead to powerful conversations.

]]> In this episode, we sit down with members of the University of Manchester's Men's Mental Health Walking Society to discuss the importance of staying active for mental well-being. 🧠🚶‍♂️ From breaking down stigmas around men's mental health to sharing personal stories of growth, connection, and resilience, this conversation highlights how a simple walk can lead to powerful conversations.

]]> Tue, 11 Feb 2025 11:30:00 -0800 The University of Manchester The University of Manchester 2862 In this episode, we sit down with members of the University of Manchester's Men's Mental Health Walking Society to discuss the importance of staying active for mental well-being. 🧠🚶‍♂️ From breaking down stigmas around men's mental health to sharing personal stories of growth, connection, and resilience, this conversation highlights how a simple walk can lead to powerful conversations.

]]> Mental health, mental health for students, students mental health, student health, students, manchester students, student podcast, student, mens health No Feeling safe as a student | Ep 18. Manchester Voices 18 18 Feeling safe as a student | Ep 18. Manchester Voices full f6e443c8-551f-41f4-9932-8fda58e27bbb https://share.transistor.fm/s/e5ca9b46 Do you know the different ways the University is helping to keep students safe? During this episode, our panel discuss their experiences of feeling safe as a student, ways we could improve safety on campus, as well as looking towards our Reclaim the Night march on Thursday 21 November. 

]]> Do you know the different ways the University is helping to keep students safe? During this episode, our panel discuss their experiences of feeling safe as a student, ways we could improve safety on campus, as well as looking towards our Reclaim the Night march on Thursday 21 November. 

]]> Thu, 14 Nov 2024 02:07:09 -0800 The University of Manchester The University of Manchester 2764 Do you know the different ways the University is helping to keep students safe? During this episode, our panel discuss their experiences of feeling safe as a student, ways we could improve safety on campus, as well as looking towards our Reclaim the Night march on Thursday 21 November. 

]]> Safety at Manchester, Reclaim the Night, No Why should I study a PhD? | Ep 17. Manchester Voices 17 17 Why should I study a PhD? | Ep 17. Manchester Voices full e22ffe36-b3cc-402d-8ccb-7c0cd1ac99f1 https://share.transistor.fm/s/bf0ddbda Considering studying a PhD? Whether at Manchester or elsewhere, this podcast will provide you with the first hand experience's of three PhD students to help inform your decision. Students Charlotte, Mahesh and Lishan talk about their experiences of three very different PhD programmes. 

Chapters: 

00:17 Details of each guest's research
08:04 Work-life balance 
14:04 Managing your time 
19:27 Different between work and study 
23:49 Life after your PhD 
25:18 How to get started with a PhD and the importance of choosing the right supervisor 
29:43 What was the biggest surprise? 
32:22 Do you love your PhD? 
35:31 Teaching alongside your PhD and the difference to degrees in China especially 
40:51 Your experience at The University of Manchester, settling in and moving from elsewhere
46:27 Signing off from the team!

]]> Considering studying a PhD? Whether at Manchester or elsewhere, this podcast will provide you with the first hand experience's of three PhD students to help inform your decision. Students Charlotte, Mahesh and Lishan talk about their experiences of three very different PhD programmes. 

Chapters: 

00:17 Details of each guest's research
08:04 Work-life balance 
14:04 Managing your time 
19:27 Different between work and study 
23:49 Life after your PhD 
25:18 How to get started with a PhD and the importance of choosing the right supervisor 
29:43 What was the biggest surprise? 
32:22 Do you love your PhD? 
35:31 Teaching alongside your PhD and the difference to degrees in China especially 
40:51 Your experience at The University of Manchester, settling in and moving from elsewhere
46:27 Signing off from the team!

]]> Thu, 29 Aug 2024 00:34:00 -0700 The University of Manchester The University of Manchester 2824 Considering studying a PhD? Whether at Manchester or elsewhere, this podcast will provide you with the first hand experience's of three PhD students to help inform your decision. Students Charlotte, Mahesh and Lishan talk about their experiences of three very different PhD programmes. 

Chapters: 

00:17 Details of each guest's research
08:04 Work-life balance 
14:04 Managing your time 
19:27 Different between work and study 
23:49 Life after your PhD 
25:18 How to get started with a PhD and the importance of choosing the right supervisor 
29:43 What was the biggest surprise? 
32:22 Do you love your PhD? 
35:31 Teaching alongside your PhD and the difference to degrees in China especially 
40:51 Your experience at The University of Manchester, settling in and moving from elsewhere
46:27 Signing off from the team!

]]> studying a PhD,applying for a phd,phd,research study,university education,should I study a phd,how to study a phd,what is a phd,phd at manchester,apply for phd at manchester,manchester university,uni funding,uni scholarship,phd funding,how to choose a phd,manchester student,what to do after uni,job after uni,options after uni,graduate jobs,graduate options,further education No Accommodation at The University of Manchester | Ep 16. Manchester Voices 16 16 Accommodation at The University of Manchester | Ep 16. Manchester Voices full 20c5f397-4283-4c02-8734-18d424ea1b2b https://share.transistor.fm/s/61c63cf9 Our students had a catch-up in The Red Lion, in Withington near our Fallowfield student accommodation. Evie, Jacob, Maansi and Andrea discussed their experiences of Halls in first year, and moving out of Halls in their second year. They talk about shared bathrooms, catered food, making friends and all things Halls of Residence. 

]]> Our students had a catch-up in The Red Lion, in Withington near our Fallowfield student accommodation. Evie, Jacob, Maansi and Andrea discussed their experiences of Halls in first year, and moving out of Halls in their second year. They talk about shared bathrooms, catered food, making friends and all things Halls of Residence. 

]]> Wed, 24 Jul 2024 03:35:47 -0700 The University of Manchester The University of Manchester 689 Our students had a catch-up in The Red Lion, in Withington near our Fallowfield student accommodation. Evie, Jacob, Maansi and Andrea discussed their experiences of Halls in first year, and moving out of Halls in their second year. They talk about shared bathrooms, catered food, making friends and all things Halls of Residence. 

]]> accommodation, student accommodation, student halls, halls, halls of residence, living at university, moving out, moving out for uni, where to live at uni, manchester student house, manchester students, manchester, students, university students, living away from home, moving out for university, university, uni, Fallowfield campus, Manchester University, Manchester University campus No The LGBTQ+ student community at The University of Manchester | Ep 16. Manchester Voices 15 15 The LGBTQ+ student community at The University of Manchester | Ep 16. Manchester Voices full 1d07c8ef-4dff-4bdc-8b84-718071dcefad https://share.transistor.fm/s/e0f17ee3 We welcome all students to our diverse and beautiful student community, including those that identify under the LGBTQ+ spectrum. 

Our students, Madi, Esa, Chris and Ray talk about all their experiences of being students who identify as part of the LGBTQ+ community.

They discuss how they feel about the city of Manchester as a supporting diverse community; the support on offer to them from the University, including that of from the Students' Union; what spaces and societies they feel most at home in at the University; the perceptions of LGBTQ+ people in the city and the UK more widely; and of course - Gay Village and its many nightclubs, bars and cafes. 

]]> We welcome all students to our diverse and beautiful student community, including those that identify under the LGBTQ+ spectrum. 

Our students, Madi, Esa, Chris and Ray talk about all their experiences of being students who identify as part of the LGBTQ+ community.

They discuss how they feel about the city of Manchester as a supporting diverse community; the support on offer to them from the University, including that of from the Students' Union; what spaces and societies they feel most at home in at the University; the perceptions of LGBTQ+ people in the city and the UK more widely; and of course - Gay Village and its many nightclubs, bars and cafes. 

]]> Sat, 29 Jun 2024 01:47:00 -0700 The University of Manchester The University of Manchester 2997 We welcome all students to our diverse and beautiful student community, including those that identify under the LGBTQ+ spectrum. 

Our students, Madi, Esa, Chris and Ray talk about all their experiences of being students who identify as part of the LGBTQ+ community.

They discuss how they feel about the city of Manchester as a supporting diverse community; the support on offer to them from the University, including that of from the Students' Union; what spaces and societies they feel most at home in at the University; the perceptions of LGBTQ+ people in the city and the UK more widely; and of course - Gay Village and its many nightclubs, bars and cafes. 

]]> the university of manchester, university, uni, university study, LGBTQIA, ligbtq students, pride, pride month, manchester pride, manchester, manchester uni, manchester university, student, gay students, trans students, being trans, No Will university make me more employable? What careers support is available during my studies? How do I find a job afterwards? | Ep 15. Manchester Voices 14 14 Will university make me more employable? What careers support is available during my studies? How do I find a job afterwards? | Ep 15. Manchester Voices full 9b0ce99c-b9e4-463b-8e82-22f7c743db5a https://share.transistor.fm/s/2a805714 For this special episode of Manchester Voices, we brought in three recent graduates of the University to talk about their experiences of finding work after university, top tips on how to make the most of your time at the University, how to make yourself more employable during your studies, and the future for them. 

Giorgia Ravera is a Sustainability Coordinator and graduate in Politics and International Relations. 
Michael Sullivan is a Software Scientist at Rutherford Appleton Lab and studied both a Master's in Theoretical Physics and a PhD in Particle Physics of Philosophy at the University. 
Norbert Magos is a Senior Policy Advisor and a graduate of Politics and International Relations. 

]]> For this special episode of Manchester Voices, we brought in three recent graduates of the University to talk about their experiences of finding work after university, top tips on how to make the most of your time at the University, how to make yourself more employable during your studies, and the future for them. 

Giorgia Ravera is a Sustainability Coordinator and graduate in Politics and International Relations. 
Michael Sullivan is a Software Scientist at Rutherford Appleton Lab and studied both a Master's in Theoretical Physics and a PhD in Particle Physics of Philosophy at the University. 
Norbert Magos is a Senior Policy Advisor and a graduate of Politics and International Relations. 

]]> Wed, 15 May 2024 04:42:35 -0700 The University of Manchester The University of Manchester 3101 For this special episode of Manchester Voices, we brought in three recent graduates of the University to talk about their experiences of finding work after university, top tips on how to make the most of your time at the University, how to make yourself more employable during your studies, and the future for them. 

Giorgia Ravera is a Sustainability Coordinator and graduate in Politics and International Relations. 
Michael Sullivan is a Software Scientist at Rutherford Appleton Lab and studied both a Master's in Theoretical Physics and a PhD in Particle Physics of Philosophy at the University. 
Norbert Magos is a Senior Policy Advisor and a graduate of Politics and International Relations. 

]]> careers, university careers, studying at university, how to get a job after university, graduate careers, finding a job, finding a career, starting a career, sustainable careers, careers in sustainability, physics degree, physics careers, policy careers, jobs in policy, jobs in physics, how to find a job, employability, university, student, why should I go to university No Loneliness as a student at university - does it happen? How do I combat it? | Ep 14. Manchester Voices 13 13 Loneliness as a student at university - does it happen? How do I combat it? | Ep 14. Manchester Voices full 55d4d638-1e34-4832-8bb7-b3d3837678da https://share.transistor.fm/s/6de1c658 It's very natural to feel lonely at university! In a sea of thousands of people, this is still a very normal experience. There is plenty support and advice for you if you experience this. Our students Maansi, Dorsa and Tom have come together to talk about their experiences and offer you some support. 

]]> It's very natural to feel lonely at university! In a sea of thousands of people, this is still a very normal experience. There is plenty support and advice for you if you experience this. Our students Maansi, Dorsa and Tom have come together to talk about their experiences and offer you some support. 

]]> Tue, 23 Apr 2024 09:30:16 -0700 The University of Manchester The University of Manchester 2369 It's very natural to feel lonely at university! In a sea of thousands of people, this is still a very normal experience. There is plenty support and advice for you if you experience this. Our students Maansi, Dorsa and Tom have come together to talk about their experiences and offer you some support. 

]]> Student, Manchester University, University, Manchester, students, UK students, university students, loneliness, wellbeing, student wellbeing, being a student, making friends, making friends at university, lonely, loneliness at university, being alone, extrovert, introvert, going to university, going to uni, applying to uni, uni application No International Women's Day! Who inspires you and what's it like being a woman at university? | Ep 13. Manchester Voices 12 12 International Women's Day! Who inspires you and what's it like being a woman at university? | Ep 13. Manchester Voices full 0125b379-7b8e-4b86-b4d1-8512dc9fdfd2 https://share.transistor.fm/s/70fafb44 To celebrate International Women's Day, Dorsa, Ella and Ruby got together to talk about their experiences of university life as women and what women inspire them. The group discuss what International Women's Day means to them; what women inspire them; their experiences of being women at university; and their greatest achievements! Not to mention, a special shout out to Taylor Swift,  Beyonce and all mums. 

]]> To celebrate International Women's Day, Dorsa, Ella and Ruby got together to talk about their experiences of university life as women and what women inspire them. The group discuss what International Women's Day means to them; what women inspire them; their experiences of being women at university; and their greatest achievements! Not to mention, a special shout out to Taylor Swift,  Beyonce and all mums. 

]]> Fri, 08 Mar 2024 01:58:48 -0800 The University of Manchester The University of Manchester 1754 To celebrate International Women's Day, Dorsa, Ella and Ruby got together to talk about their experiences of university life as women and what women inspire them. The group discuss what International Women's Day means to them; what women inspire them; their experiences of being women at university; and their greatest achievements! Not to mention, a special shout out to Taylor Swift,  Beyonce and all mums. 

]]> Manchester, University, Women, Feminism, Sexism, Students, Applying to University, Women at University, Women in STEM, inspiration women, misogyny No Being an international student in the UK | Ep 12. Manchester Voices 12 12 Being an international student in the UK | Ep 12. Manchester Voices full d72178f8-8e55-4b57-a1b9-664c52f23e72 https://share.transistor.fm/s/cb30ef5b Students Dorsa, Aurora and Natasha discuss what it's like to be an international student living and studying in the UK. Culture shocks, food, applying to study here and more! 

]]> Students Dorsa, Aurora and Natasha discuss what it's like to be an international student living and studying in the UK. Culture shocks, food, applying to study here and more! 

]]> Tue, 13 Feb 2024 02:55:57 -0800 The University of Manchester The University of Manchester 1424 Students Dorsa, Aurora and Natasha discuss what it's like to be an international student living and studying in the UK. Culture shocks, food, applying to study here and more! 

]]> studying, international student, uk student, student, university, uni, manchester university, manchester student, manchester, studying in the uk, moving to the uk, what's uk like No Coming soon! Episode 11: Being an international student at The University of Manchester 11 11 Coming soon! Episode 11: Being an international student at The University of Manchester trailer 9e877be4-c55d-41b1-af31-fbe7bc6096f9 https://share.transistor.fm/s/b95a9beb In this upcoming episode, Aurora, Natasha and Dorsa discuss life as an international student. What made them choose Manchester? What are the culture shocks here? Why does Aurora think she comes across as rude?! 

]]> In this upcoming episode, Aurora, Natasha and Dorsa discuss life as an international student. What made them choose Manchester? What are the culture shocks here? Why does Aurora think she comes across as rude?! 

]]> Mon, 12 Feb 2024 04:17:06 -0800 The University of Manchester The University of Manchester 21 In this upcoming episode, Aurora, Natasha and Dorsa discuss life as an international student. What made them choose Manchester? What are the culture shocks here? Why does Aurora think she comes across as rude?! 

]]> The University of Manchester, Manchester, Manchester University, students, international students, studying, moving, moving for university, moving to uk, uk universities, uk uni, manchester uni, applying for manchester, applying for uni, scholarships No Exams, studying, note-taking, the university step-up and academic support 10 10 Exams, studying, note-taking, the university step-up and academic support full 9c4fbdb9-6f58-42ca-81a9-4d81227c0c68 https://share.transistor.fm/s/1998522a With January exams well underway, this podcast explores the best ways to revise, as well as how to study in the lead-up. Dorsa, Daniella, and Iqra also discuss places to study, the Library team, their hacks and more. 

]]> With January exams well underway, this podcast explores the best ways to revise, as well as how to study in the lead-up. Dorsa, Daniella, and Iqra also discuss places to study, the Library team, their hacks and more. 

]]> Thu, 18 Jan 2024 06:47:00 -0800 The University of Manchester The University of Manchester 1714 With January exams well underway, this podcast explores the best ways to revise, as well as how to study in the lead-up. Dorsa, Daniella, and Iqra also discuss places to study, the Library team, their hacks and more.  With January exams well underway, this podcast explores the best ways to revise, as well as how to study in the lead-up. Dorsa, Daniella, and Iqra also discuss places to study, the Library team, their hacks and more.  learn,learning,students,university,library,manchester,study,UNI,exams,studying,revision,revise,ucas,revision techniques,revision tips,uni life No The first week of university: Settling in and Fresher's Week 9 9 The first week of university: Settling in and Fresher's Week full 460caf8c-561d-4b01-ac32-f7bdee747e24 https://share.transistor.fm/s/631ea229 What are the first few weeks of university like? What is Fresher's Week like? Is university how you expected it to be? How have you settled in to university? How often do you speak to family? Do you feel different from the university experience? Student Dorsa asks fellow students Daniella and Jacob all about student life at the start of the university experience at The University of Manchester.

As referenced in the podcast: 'Lessons I’ve Learned From My Course (That Have Nothing To Do With the Course)': https://studentnews.manchester.ac.uk/2023/05/02/lessons-ive-learned-from-my-course-that-have-nothing-to-do-with-the-course/ 

Professor Brian Cox: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brian_Cox_(physicist) 

Our Lockdown Lecture with Professor Brian Cox: https://www.manchester.ac.uk/coronavirus-response/coronavirus-home-learning/lockdown-lectures/brian-cox/

]]> What are the first few weeks of university like? What is Fresher's Week like? Is university how you expected it to be? How have you settled in to university? How often do you speak to family? Do you feel different from the university experience? Student Dorsa asks fellow students Daniella and Jacob all about student life at the start of the university experience at The University of Manchester.

As referenced in the podcast: 'Lessons I’ve Learned From My Course (That Have Nothing To Do With the Course)': https://studentnews.manchester.ac.uk/2023/05/02/lessons-ive-learned-from-my-course-that-have-nothing-to-do-with-the-course/ 

Professor Brian Cox: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brian_Cox_(physicist) 

Our Lockdown Lecture with Professor Brian Cox: https://www.manchester.ac.uk/coronavirus-response/coronavirus-home-learning/lockdown-lectures/brian-cox/

]]> Thu, 23 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0800 The University of Manchester The University of Manchester 2433 What are the first few weeks of university like? What is Fresher's Week like? Is university how you expected it to be? How have you settled in to university? How often do you speak to family? Do you feel different from the university experience? Student Dorsa asks fellow students Daniella and Jacob all about student life at the start of the university experience at The University of Manchester. As referenced in the podcast: 'Lessons I’ve Learned From My Course (That Have Nothing To Do With the Course)': https://studentnews.manchester.ac.uk/2023/05/02/lessons-ive-learned-from-my-course-that-have-nothing-to-do-with-the-course/ Professor Brian Cox: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brian_Cox_(physicist) Our Lockdown Lecture with Professor Brian Cox: https://www.manchester.ac.uk/coronavirus-response/coronavirus-home-learning/lockdown-lectures/brian-cox/ What are the first few weeks of university like? What is Fresher's Week like? Is university how you expected it to be? How have you settled in to university? How often do you speak to family? Do you feel different from the university experience? Student D university,manchester,UNI,freshers,university of manchester,making friends,student life,manchester student,student life in manchester,uk uni,freshers week,settling in at uni,settling in at university,making friends at university No Affording University: How much does it really cost to study? 8 8 Affording University: How much does it really cost to study? full 5267a1bd-a346-48b8-8a59-b30131c3bef4 https://share.transistor.fm/s/b3ec03d1 Dorsa, Iqra and Khadijat talk honestly and openly about the cost of studying. The group discuss what they spend their money on, how they manage their finances and what part-time jobs they have to earn money while studying. 

]]> Dorsa, Iqra and Khadijat talk honestly and openly about the cost of studying. The group discuss what they spend their money on, how they manage their finances and what part-time jobs they have to earn money while studying. 

]]> Thu, 28 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -0700 The University of Manchester The University of Manchester 1338 Dorsa, Iqra and Khadijat talk honestly and openly about the cost of studying. The group discuss what they spend their money on, how they manage their finances and what part-time jobs they have to earn money while studying. Dorsa, Iqra and Khadijat talk honestly and openly about the cost of studying. The group discuss what they spend their money on, how they manage their finances and what part-time jobs they have to earn money while studying. university,spending,studying,student loan,cost of living crisis,part-time jobs,university life,university halls,Affording university,how much does uni cost,university costs,buying things at university,student finance,part-time jobs at uni No Accommodation, affording university, and what to pack! 7 7 Accommodation, affording university, and what to pack! full 99c1d225-891c-4585-a355-57ec4c156318 https://share.transistor.fm/s/727eeeae Students Aidan, Maansi and Grace discuss what to pack for university, what to buy when you arrive, moving away from home, accommodation, joining societies, and saving money and they affordability of being a student in Manchester. 

]]> Students Aidan, Maansi and Grace discuss what to pack for university, what to buy when you arrive, moving away from home, accommodation, joining societies, and saving money and they affordability of being a student in Manchester. 

]]> Thu, 17 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -0700 The University of Manchester The University of Manchester 2019 Students Aidan, Maansi and Grace discuss what to pack for university, what to buy when you arrive, moving away from home, accommodation, joining societies, and saving money and they affordability of being a student in Manchester. Students Aidan, Maansi and Grace discuss what to pack for university, what to buy when you arrive, moving away from home, accommodation, joining societies, and saving money and they affordability of being a student in Manchester. students,university,study,UNI,halls,Accommodation,student accommodation,university of manchester,uni of manchester,uni application,uni students,university life,university study,uni study,uni halls,university halls,student halls,Affording university No Getting ready for university life, making friends and the step-up academically 6 6 Getting ready for university life, making friends and the step-up academically full e8693f2b-57fe-4f10-b7fc-020c25e2562e https://share.transistor.fm/s/19d96217 Students Maansi, Khadijat and our host Georgia, discuss the things you need to think about before coming to university. How easy is it to make friends? What is the step-up like? What's it like coming from abroad? Is studying a lot harder? 

]]> Students Maansi, Khadijat and our host Georgia, discuss the things you need to think about before coming to university. How easy is it to make friends? What is the step-up like? What's it like coming from abroad? Is studying a lot harder? 

]]> Thu, 03 Aug 2023 03:15:00 -0700 The University of Manchester The University of Manchester 1423 Students Maansi, Khadijat and our host Georgia, discuss the things you need to think about before coming to university. How easy is it to make friends? What is the step-up like? What's it like coming from abroad? Is studying a lot harder? Students Maansi, Khadijat and our host Georgia, discuss the things you need to think about before coming to university. How easy is it to make friends? What is the step-up like? What's it like coming from abroad? Is studying a lot harder? lonely,university,UNI,higher education,making friends,university life,step up to university,what is university like,what is uni like,home sickness,uk uni No What is university *really* like? | Battling the misconceptions of university life 5 5 What is university *really* like? | Battling the misconceptions of university life full 8b2afabc-e396-46f9-be96-23db28a14abe https://share.transistor.fm/s/1d481ec6 Students Aidan, Maansi and Irene talk about what they were most worried about before starting their studies at university. They talk about making friends, accommodation and much more, as they battle the misconceptions of starting university.

]]> Students Aidan, Maansi and Irene talk about what they were most worried about before starting their studies at university. They talk about making friends, accommodation and much more, as they battle the misconceptions of starting university.

]]> Thu, 29 Jun 2023 01:00:00 -0700 The University of Manchester The University of Manchester 2003 Students Aidan, Maansi and Irene talk about what they were most worried about before starting their studies at university. They talk about making friends, accommodation and much more, as they battle the misconceptions of starting university. Students Aidan, Maansi and Irene talk about what they were most worried about before starting their studies at university. They talk about making friends, accommodation and much more, as they battle the misconceptions of starting university. university,manchester,UNI,making friends,Manchester cancer,uni application,going to university,applying to uni,worries about uni No Bonus episode: Wellbeing techniques and advice from current university students 4 4 Bonus episode: Wellbeing techniques and advice from current university students full 0d001113-f6e4-4068-a631-85e896029e2c https://share.transistor.fm/s/64a50724 Three of our students - Khadijat, Dorsa and Dara - talk about their wellbeing and mindfulness techniques. They hope these tips will help those of you who are applying to university, as this is the kind of advice they wished they had at that time.

]]> Three of our students - Khadijat, Dorsa and Dara - talk about their wellbeing and mindfulness techniques. They hope these tips will help those of you who are applying to university, as this is the kind of advice they wished they had at that time.

]]> Thu, 15 Jun 2023 02:46:00 -0700 The University of Manchester The University of Manchester 833 Three of our students - Khadijat, Dorsa and Dara - talk about their wellbeing and mindfulness techniques. They hope these tips will help those of you who are applying to university, as this is the kind of advice they wished they had at that time. Three of our students - Khadijat, Dorsa and Dara - talk about their wellbeing and mindfulness techniques. They hope these tips will help those of you who are applying to university, as this is the kind of advice they wished they had at that time. mindfulness,Techniques,wellbeing,mental health,mental health support,Mindfulness Techniques No The city of Manchester - a real student city! 3 3 The city of Manchester - a real student city! full 07326af5-f10c-41ea-95ea-d15313f09b7f https://share.transistor.fm/s/a8b84b8b Students Madi, Georgia and Aidan talk about the city of Manchester, in England, UK. They discuss sober nights out, the best places to go for a drink, the nicest restaurants, the cheapest places for students and their ideal weekend for any new student. 

]]> Students Madi, Georgia and Aidan talk about the city of Manchester, in England, UK. They discuss sober nights out, the best places to go for a drink, the nicest restaurants, the cheapest places for students and their ideal weekend for any new student. 

]]> Thu, 01 Jun 2023 04:35:00 -0700 The University of Manchester The University of Manchester 1380 Students Madi, Georgia and Aidan talk about the city of Manchester, in England, UK. They discuss sober nights out, the best places to go for a drink, the nicest restaurants, the cheapest places for students and their ideal weekend for any new student. Students Madi, Georgia and Aidan talk about the city of Manchester, in England, UK. They discuss sober nights out, the best places to go for a drink, the nicest restaurants, the cheapest places for students and their ideal weekend for any new student. students,nightlife,manchester,social life,student life,city of manchester,student city,manchester student,nights out in manchester,best bars in manchester,nightlife in manchester,student life in manchester No How best to manage your wellbeing during exam periods 2 2 How best to manage your wellbeing during exam periods full 39545a6e-ffaa-4874-8ab9-d88ebacc30d3 https://share.transistor.fm/s/ef6a2f6a In this episode, The University of Manchester students Khadijat, Dara and Dorsa reminisce about the exam period and how they managed their wellbeing. 

]]> In this episode, The University of Manchester students Khadijat, Dara and Dorsa reminisce about the exam period and how they managed their wellbeing. 

]]> Thu, 25 May 2023 07:26:00 -0700 The University of Manchester The University of Manchester 1224 In this episode, The University of Manchester students Khadijat, Dara and Dorsa reminisce about the exam period and how they managed their wellbeing. In this episode, The University of Manchester students Khadijat, Dara and Dorsa reminisce about the exam period and how they managed their wellbeing. students,university,college,UNI,exams,wellbeing,revising,college students,university of manchester,Wellbeing Tips,uni application,revision techniques,exam stresses,wellbeign techniques,staying calm,struggling with exams No Revision, exams and wellbeing tips for students 1 1 Revision, exams and wellbeing tips for students full 084af3cb-c9d2-48fc-ad1e-4bb5c5ee0f93 https://share.transistor.fm/s/8c1ed47c In our opening episode of Manchester Voices, students Madi, Grace and Georgia get together to talk all about revising, exams and wellbeing through the stressful period of exams. They share their experiences from before joining the University and what they've learnt about studying since arriving at Manchester.

]]> In our opening episode of Manchester Voices, students Madi, Grace and Georgia get together to talk all about revising, exams and wellbeing through the stressful period of exams. They share their experiences from before joining the University and what they've learnt about studying since arriving at Manchester.

]]> Thu, 27 Apr 2023 02:19:00 -0700 The University of Manchester The University of Manchester 1340 In our opening episode of Manchester Voices, students Madi, Grace and Georgia get together to talk all about revising, exams and wellbeing through the stressful period of exams. They share their experiences from before joining the University and what they've learnt about studying since arriving at Manchester. In our opening episode of Manchester Voices, students Madi, Grace and Georgia get together to talk all about revising, exams and wellbeing through the stressful period of exams. They share their experiences from before joining the University and what they students,manchester,college students,Manchester cancer,uni of manchester,applying to university,uni application,revision techniques,exam techniques,revision tips,uni students No