Plant Science is a fascinating field that needs a little bit of lure at the university level, depending on the Professors you get! Thankfully, here at Dundee, we get excellent researchers from the James Hutton institute to help us explore the world of plant science. So, from potato to barley and the staple arabidopsis, a […]
After a long summer break, it is good to be back; and this time, not just virtually but, in fact, face to face! Before the start of the academic year, we had good Open Days in August and September. During one of the Open days, I had the opportunity to be the student ambassador and […]
When in Scotland, it is imperative that you travel around and see an outpouring of natural beauty. Luckily, the public transport and its connectivity from North-South tips are excellent. This weekend, I went to Aberdeen for a day’s trip with ScotRail (https://www.scotrail.co.uk/ ). The train’s route is right along the beautiful beaches and is a pleasant […]
Choosing a university is one of the most important decisions of your life, and it is one of the most difficult ones as well! In this blog, I would like to briefly discuss why I chose the University of Dundee and offer a few tips on what to look for in a university! I hope […]
On January 31st, a new bus scheme began for Scottish citizens under the age of 22. The free bus scheme comes through the National Entitlement Card (NEC) which you can apply for here. What is it? A NEC card is a few things! It is a valid form of identification in the UK, it is […]
A new semester, a new start, and the age-old need for motivation are what make university life interesting. In this blog, I would like to share 2 motivational documentaries that will persuade you to get up and do whatever it is that you intend to! I hope that these recommendations will help you find the […]
The reading week is quickly approaching and now is a perfect time to find a nice destination to plan a trip to. Now that the pandemic is not over why not look at some places around Dundee? Some of my favourite places in Angus, Fife, and Perthshire are easily accessible and very affordable. And what’s […]
Hey there! Joanne here! 🐰 Do you have some dreadful deadlines dropping in? Is the mere thought of sitting yet another awful paper just making you shudder? Is an existential crisis coming along? Well, look no further! Just a 35-minute bus ride from Overgate shopping centre would get you to the lovely Camperdown Country Park. […]
Wanting to see some of the Highland’s majestic mountains, but not having a car? No problem. This post will look into options accessible by public transportation.
If you aren’t from Scotland and came to study here, you probably heard plenty of exciting stories about the highlands. You might be thinking about visiting them – and you should. However, the Highlands are a rather large area, so it can be tricky to plan your first trip. This post is here to help […]