Student stories: starting university

"Being partially sighted has not stopped me from socialising and nobody at Uni has given me a hard time about not being able to see very well. The positive reactions of the other students have really boosted my confidence."

New subjects, new friends, new adventures - here are some of your stories

• Fresher stories - the highs and lows during your first term at university.
• Studying side by side with a guide dog - a guide dog owner talks through the considerations.
• Support at university - find out one students experiences of university support.
• Student grub! Blind and partially sighted students write about rustling up tasty and healthy meals.
• Work experience - a student shares her experiences volunteering as a befriender for a charity while studying.
• Most students feel some level of anxiety or concern about meeting new people and making new friends - read other student's experiences!

Tell us your story

If you have a story or experience to share about your time at university let us know by emailing cypf@rnib.org.uk