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One of the best ways to integrate into a country, is to learn a language!Because how else would we be able to order a cinnamon bun during fika,sing the songs during a gasque or get your bike fixed?? Exactly! By speaking Swedish! As lucky as we are, the Swedish language is really fun to learn. […]

Uppsala University opens its application portal on October 15th, and it’s time to prepare, not just on paper, but within yourself, for this exciting new chapter. Here are five tips to guide you through more than just the logistics of the application process. Tip 1: Make Sure You Get the Programme’s Core Goal As you […]

My name is Sofía, and I’m from Mexico. I’m in the second year of the Master’s in Bioinformatics programme. My journey to Sweden began with an internship that completely changed my perspective. I fell in love with the culture and the country itself, but most importantly, I was drawn to the research opportunities and the […]

72 km away from Uppsala we have the Capital of Sweden, Stockholm. Stockholm is one of my favorite cities in the world and if you have a free day and you would like to explore it, I’ll give you options for what to do in a day in Stockholm.  I like to think of Stockholm […]

As international students coming to a foreign country, it is so easy to get caught up in an unfamiliar culture, in fending for yourself, and in learning and taking in so many new experiences. And when we do get caught up in these things, the “main event” of sorts – the fact that we’re here […]

Hi again guys, it’s me Yasmin writing for my last blog as Uppsala Student Ambassador (yes, unfortunately). I wrote this blog on Sunday, May 26th, 2024 which is also correspondence with 1 more week before my final thesis submission and graduate at the end of May which mark the end of my journey as a […]

As winter gradually transitions into spring and the days grow longer in Uppsala, one can’t help but notice the change in atmosphere – not just the rising temperatures, but also the increased presence of students outside, soaking in the bits of sunshine. As a student at Uppsala University hailing from Mexico, I’ve personally witnessed how […]

It is no secret that students are short on money, and I am no different. Coming to a country that is known for being expensive, I was a little apprehensive of not being able to see a lot of things because they could potentially cost a lot, and while some things are expensive, there is […]

So, you’ve eagerly awaited the verdict on your application, and finally, the moment of truth has arrived. But as you look at your Notification of Selection Results, you may find yourself confused with the terms and information. Fear not! Let’s unravel the mysteries together. Your Notification of Selection Results serves as your compass, guiding you […]

When I was barely 16 years old I came to a scary and troubling (at least for me at that time) realization. I understood that I am not exactly like all my friends around me getting into their first relationships and thinking about their future. Barely 16 I came to the conclusion that I am […]