I spent most of my final year at school desperate to leave home – but when I did, I felt nervous about living away from my family in a new city.
I also worried that I would find it hard to create a support network that was similar to my friendship group at home, and the prospect of having to do so became overwhelming. I hope that these tips help you to have a smooth transition to university.
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First semester milestones
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