The physics experience
Allison is part of the Edinburgh University Gliding Club. She shares her experience with flying planes without engines as part of her university experience, and explains the physics of the plane designs.
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Over the 2024/25 academic year, we followed a lively and diverse cohort of third-year physics students as they spent their time overseas—studying, conducting research, and living at partner universities worldwide—and asked them to tell us honestly what worked, what didn’t, and what surprised them. This post compiles their direct feedback on academic demands and research opportunities, cultural adaptation, accommodation, and the small practical aspects that make a substantial difference. Whether you’re already drafting your application or still considering, their reflections offer clear, actionable tips and authentic perspectives to help you plan a smoother, more fulfilling year abroad. Read on for frank experiences, lessons learned, and the kind of guidance only someone who’s been through it can provide.
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The opportunity of full-time academic research experience in your 4th year sounds exciting, right? While a fantastic option, it’s also rather daunting. If you find yourself asking questions like “How do I move abroad?”, “What does Physics with a Year Abroad actually look like?”, “How does this interface with my degree?”, then this might be the place for you.
Returning from my year at the University of Melbourne, I share essential guidance on the application process, finding a supervisor, how the research year unfolds, and the structure of my final year in Edinburgh.
By Jack Liken
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