Christmas in Norway
In my experience, there is nowhere more perfect to feel in the Christmas spirit than Norway. In Oslo, the night can last up to 18 hours! The city is well-prepared, and I remember it being sprinkled with Christmas…
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Information and testimonials about the BA International Honours programme.
Top Ten Things Not to Forget When You’re Studying Abroad in St Andrews or Elsewhere
Top Ten Things Not to Forget When You’re Studying Abroad in St Andrews or Elsewhere If you have ever studied abroad before or are currently planning your future trip, you know it is very difficult to manage your…
Twice the Family by Victoria Haver
I remember being a wee freshman and meeting one of the upperclassmen in the program. Someone had asked him, “Which school do you love more?” He responded that he really felt like both were his home. He couldn’t choose.…
Transitioning to Living in Another Country by Emily Childress
Hey WaMStAs*! Whether you’re a prospective or current student in the Joint Degree Programme, one of the first things you’ll hear a lot about is the ‘transition’. This is one of our favorite words — if you begin at…
Transition: Week One by Edwina Eyre
When talking about the program, people mainly talk about the great parts. The fun trips they took, the super cool societies they joined at both schools, their obsession with the three-pound Tesco meal deal at St…
Making Friends During a Pandemic
I will start by saying that this is a difficult time for everyone, and you are definitely not alone! I am a third-year student this year at St. Andrews, so I am fortunate to already have a great group of friends to…
CSA Intern Introduction: My experience with BA International Honours
Who am I? My name is Catie Brown and I am serving as a Collaborations and Study Abroad (CSA) intern for the BA International Honours programme. I am in my third year of studies after completing my first year at the…
BA Student Profile Pt 3: Aubrey, Liam, and Ian
Hi all! Here is our third and final round of BA student profiles. “The program is obviously an incredible academic experience — being able to study your subject from multiple and dynamic perspectives. But more than…
BA Student Profile Pt 2: Amanda, Lydia, and Ross
Here are the next couple of student profiles! “I found some of my best friends because of this programme. Through all the amazing ups and challenging downs, I had an incredible support system of friendly faces. Even…