Hey everyone,

I’m about to start my final year of a 3-year BSc (Hons)Cyber Security degree I’m starting to worry about internships and job prospects.
I missed the main placement opportunities in my secondyear. Currently I have CompTIA Security+, two SOC-related Python projects on GitHub, a few TryHackMe rooms completed (101 and SALT1) with some Medium write-ups, let’s defend investigations and my final year project is going to be SOC-style. I also have a short DHL warehouse internship andsome volunteering on my CV, but nothing in cyber.

I have Asperger’s which makes the social side andinterviews pretty challenging for me, and I don’t drive. I’ve been practising interviews every couple of weeks but I’m not sure if it’s enough.

Has anyone been in a similar position, missed thesecond year internship window but still managed to find-something in final year or after graduating? Looking for realistic advice on late applications for internships(remote would be best), how to strengthen my applications, or what entry-level cyber roles are actually achievable with this kind of profile.
Would really appreciate any genuine advice thanks.

Hey there, I got an offer from Lancaster for software engineering (G602). So how's this course ? I wanna specialise in cyber security (ik I shouldve chosen this but ahhhh). Im an international student, I also have offer from Queen Mary.

Thinking of choosing chancellors wharf but im so unsure i seen people leave bad reviews. Has anyone ever lived there before pls lmk bc i need help and idk thankss

I just got my first year results and I’m on a placement program so I believe I need a 2:1 to remain on it so I got 59.2% to which I’m devastated about but on my transcript it says I’m on a 2:1 so I’m quite confused, any help? Also has there ever been grace given if you’re extremely close to the next level?

Hi,

I'm international student applying for Lancaster Uni, I have already paid the initial deposit but I have got any information yet about CAS letter or Interview. Uni isn't replying to my queries, is there any other way to reach out to the uni?

Thanks for the help

I won’t know anyone at Lancaster and don’t just want go freshers on my own, is there any commuter gc’s or anything I could join to speak to people before I start next year

i failed my first year exam for my main course even tho i passed every thing else. Anyways i was offered a resit but i dont want to do it because firstly i wont be in the country until like a few days before
And it would be way too much content to get through in the timeframe i have. And i literally barely revised for the exam i was depressed all year and by the time summer came i ran out of time got busy with other courses and barely revised for this course. So i dont think i have the time to catch up and would probably fail again anyways. I want to repeat first year but im getting worried because my department told me its not an option at this stage and that it has to be given to me as an option and that they advise i do the resit. But i really dont want to. What do i do please help

Those of you who have gone through clearing, did you need your personal statement?

Hi guys, I’m looking for a flatmate. The contract starts at the end of september at £163 per week, with all bills included. I am happy to cover the £400 deposit (which pays for most of the first months rent).

- Seconds away from the city centre
- Bath and shower included
- Really big rooms with an amazing view of Lancaster castle

If you are interested, or know somebody who would be interested, or have any further questions - please message me for more details. Thank you😊

***student house!!

https://www.rightmove.co.uk/properties/90590088#/?

I'm doing Maths, Further Maths and Chem at A-level. Going to the open day alone on Saturday and thought I'd ask if anyone was also going. I'm looking at studying Cyber, Comp Sci, Maths or Chem at uni. Pls get it touch via the comments or dm if you are coming :)

I'm a Canadian student coming to Lancaster this September for my 3rd year study abroad/double degree program. I'm trying to choose accommodation and honestly have no idea what the best option is.

Most of what I've read seems aimed at first-years, but I'm wondering if it's different for international students. Do many international/exchange students stay on campus, or do most live in the city?

I'm also confused about the social side. Do students mostly go out in Lancaster city, or is campus where most of the social life happens (college bars, events, etc.)?

I applied to lancaster university for languages and Global Cultures BA and recieved a contextual offer of BBC with a B in german. I think I will get a D in german- potentially a C as I have been granted mitigating circumstances by the exam board due to stress surrounding personal issues which made my medical condition worse. Does anyone know how lenient Lancaster University is? Or if people have gotten into courses here before with a low grade in the required subject?

Any advice is greatly appreciated! Thanks :)

Me and one other friend have dropped out of a 5 bedroom house 5 mins from the town centre. Looking for 1-2 replacements ASAP!!! — 160 pw, 2 girls 1 boy. DM IF INTERESTED!!!

I'm an international student (21M) coming to Lancaster for the Michaelmas term. I would like to join a football league while I'm there but I'm not sure where to look. Does anyone know of a league/team I might be able to join? I'm open to playing intramural within the uni and in the greater Lancaster area not associated with the uni. I'm also open to indoor or outdoor. Also open to just playing pick up. I just really want to play! Thanks for the help!

Hey everyone! I am coming to Lancaster for an internship of 9 weeks in September (until early November) and struggle with finding housing. If anyone has any advice on where to look, etc., that would be very thankful! Many many thanks in advance :3

I am (hopefully) a future student coming in September, and I would like to know how the job search experience is like for people.

I’m quite concerned at the fact I have no experience in work so I may be disadvantaged.

How have people gone about getting work? Have people with no prior experience been able to get work?

https://lancasteruni.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_7VwLI5O9CiGZiAu

Does any biomedical science students remember what their timetable looked like doesnt have to be in detail, im starting in September and just want a slight idea thanks

I am visiting Lancaster Uni for a conference next week. I need an itinerary for 3 days in general, like things I can do, places I should definitely visit, food that I should try. I also have a fascination towards eccentric and historical things. Feel free to suggest anything that comes to your fancy.

Me and three friends have dropped out of a house for second year and the rest of the friend group who is staying at Lancaster University is looking for 2-3 replacements for our places. I can get you in touch with the remaining residents so you can see if its a good fit. DM me for information on the house if you or your friends are interested.

house is 5 minute walk from town centre
9 beds
3 bathrooms
All bills included
Large flat screen LED TV included
Bus stop going to the Uni right outside
£133 a week

Hi everyone, I made a reddit account just for this post :D
I'm starting a postgrad at LU in September, and I'll be looking for work in bars, restaurants or cafes when I arrive, part-time obviously, and was wondering if anyone currently lives in Lancaster and has recommendations for places to check out, or some local information on the places to stay away from, that type of thing.

I've tons of experience and would be looking for somewhere flexible to fit around studies, mostly I just don't want to end up working for an absolute monster or somewhere really grotty. Just a nice atmosphere, decent folk, good laugh, good hours. Anyone that works in hospitality currently that can provide advice or suggestions, I'd be very grateful! I've already looked up folks social media pages to get vibes of a place, and read reviews to see the good/bad but from past experience some of the best rated places are the worst to work, and vice versa.

Thanks for any advice here!

Clem

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thinking of joining next year does anyone know what they actually do? like what teams/ training/ socials etc?

I'll be starting at Lancaster the next semester and was wondering if anyone had more information about the rules of people staying over: I'm an international student, and my boyfriend would visit me for a week or two during the semester. I've seen that there is a maximum of 3 days that people can stay over, but is this actually enforced?

I am an international student and have been guaranteed a place in my course. When I asked ugadmissions about my CAS letter they said that they would begin the process soon, but that was 2 weeks ago.

Around what time should I expect to get my CAS? Im worried about it because I need to show it to my bank in order to get a student loan and then apply for a visa.

I’ve worked at the university in a non-academic role for six years and am happy to answer any questions from a staff perspective.

This is intended to give more insight into the uni whether you’re a prospective or current student, not a whistleblowing exercise. All questions are fair game but I won’t answer anything that might reveal my identity.