Singapore
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Making Friends Abroad – Tips on Building a Social Circle in Singapore
By Felecia Ogunnuga, National University of Singapore, Singapore As someone who once considered themselves an introvert, the idea of packing my life into two suitcases and moving 6,800 miles away from friends and family felt overwhelming. It wasn’t the cultural differences or academic challenges that worried me the most—it was the lingering “What if I don’t make friends?” concern that kept creeping in every time I thought about my exchange. With that in mind, I wanted to share my experience of making friends abroad—the challenges, the unexpected moments, and the strategies that worked for me. If you’re feeling the same pre-departure nerves, I hope my insights help you feel more…
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Thriving Abroad While Missing Home
By Cher Morente, Singapore Management University, Singapore Revealing the ugly and hard-to-swallow truths about living abroad. Studying abroad has been the best thing I have ever done. The people I’ve met, the places I’ve seen and the things I have learnt. But, it is also undeniably one of the hardest things I’ve done up to date. As someone who has been independent the majority of her life, especially wanting to escape from her little town in the North of England, being homesick was the last thing I could have ever imagined. And it created a constant internal conflict within because, to me, being in a new place filled with new…
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Birthday Bliss in Bali
By Cher Morente, Singapore Management University, Singapore A gratitude-filled trip to celebrate surviving the first year of my 20s. Follow to see how I did Bali in 5 days. Some may find it cliche but, I feel like a trip to Bali is a must for exchange students coming to South East Asia – and this is coming from someone who had low expectations due to the hype built by the media.
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Accommodation at the National University of Singapore: Kent Ridge Hall
By Khay Muhammed, The National University of Singapore, Singapore There are a variety of accommodation options available at NUS, so many that it can be quite overwhelming. After spending a semester at the university, I would categorise the options into three main types: Halls, PGP, and UTown. To give you a clearer comparison with Manchester’s accommodation, Halls are most similar to Richmond Park or Whitworth, PGP is like Daisy Bank, and UTown is similar to Unsworth. Within each category, there are many options, each with different features such as en suites, air conditioning, shared rooms, and the types of activities they offer. In this blog post, I will be sharing…
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5 Foods you have to try when you reach Singapore!
By Felecia Ogunnuga, National University of Singapore, Singapore One of the best things about living in Singapore is the endless variety of incredible food. From authentic local dishes at hawker centres to international cuisines at trendy restaurants, there’s something to satisfy every craving. As someone who loves exploring new places to eat, I’ve discovered some absolute gems during my time here. Whether you’re a fan of Italian comfort food, healthy acai bowls, or affordable canteen meals, this list has something for everyone. So, if you’re new to Singapore or just looking for some foodie inspiration, here are my favourite places to eat that you simply must try!
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Tips for Island Hopping in the Philippines
By Courtney Blincow, Singapore Management University, Singapore Having completed my first semester at Singapore Management University, my friends and I decided to book a 10 day trip island hopping around the Philippines. Surely when studying on an exchange year it is only right that we reward our hard work with a trip to a surrounding country, right? Well this is exactly what we did and 3 days after my final exam I was on a flight out of Changi Airport to Cebu City.
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Why I left Singapore after 72 hours
By Cher Morente, Singapore Management University, Singapore A tale of a solo-trip survivor who lived to tell you why it’s not as daunting as it looks and why you should do it at least once in your 20s.
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Why Singapore? Why Asia? Travelling Beyond the National University of Singapore.
By Khay Muhammed, The National University of Singapore, Singapore When I chose Singapore as my first choice for my year abroad, it wasn’t just about studying at a prestigious institution. It was about the opportunity to explore the vibrant and diverse continent of Asia throughout the academic year. Now, three months into my term at The National University of Singapore, I’ve been fortunate enough to travel to several incredible countries, including the Philippines (twice!), South Korea, Malaysia, Hong Kong, Thailand, Saudi Arabia, Indonesia, and of course, explore the many facets of Singapore itself.
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Life at SMU
By Courtney Blincow, Singapore Management University, Singapore Having now been studying at Singapore Management University for almost 3 months I thought it would be helpful to provide some insight into what student life is like for those who are wanting to complete their study abroad here.
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Eusoff Hall – A student’s perspective
By Felecia Ogunnuga, National University of Singapore, Singapore
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Johor Bahru – Singaporeans’ Favourite Getaway
By Thatthep Sae-Lim. Nanyang Technological University, Singapore. Back in early September, I got the chance to be back in Singapore again. The main reason for my visit was to attend a concert with my friends. However, this blog will not be about the concert or Singapore itself, but about my first time to Johor Bahru.
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5 Things to Know about Singapore
By Felecia Ogunnuga, Singapore, National University of Singapore Moving to a new country is always exciting but can also be a bit overwhelming, especially when it’s a vibrant place like Singapore! As I settled into my year abroad, I quickly discovered a few essential tips that made my experience smoother and more enjoyable. From dealing with the intense heat to navigating daily life, these five things are what I wish I’d known before arriving. Whether you’re preparing for your own adventure in Singapore or just curious about life here, this guide will help you hit the ground running and make the most of your time in the city!
