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By Fathima Ashra Aswerdeen

York University's School of Continuing Studies (YUSCS) Reviewed

Hello, You. It's Ash, your friendly resident at YUSCS. So, you probably landed here because you feel like you're "too young" to be starting a post-graduate program, and are wondering if you will be able to still remain competitive amongst a whole island of seasoned pros, don't worry, I gotcha let me give you a gist of my experience at an Ontario university that's always in the headlines for its strikes, drumroll...... York Universities. Lucky you though, if you're considering York Universities School of Continuing Studies (YUSCS), worry not these strikes are as irrelevant as the 'g' in lasagna. Let's dive deeper into the world of a 20-year-old surrounded by seasoned professionals.

I always wondered how it would be to become an international student. I always envied my friends who decided to go abroad as international students to complete their studies and I felt jealous when they explained their experiences. I was in India at that time wondering, “Will I ever get a chance to go and study abroad?” 

Author: P Santosh

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A Warm Welcome

From my very first day at York University School of Continuing Studies, I knew I was embarking on a transformative journey. Todd Rich, our Program Manager, welcomed us with a heartfelt speech. His words not only outlined the university’s policies and regulations but also made us feel at home, setting the stage for an incredible period of learning and growth.

Introduction

York University School of Continuing Studies was a great place to personally embark on my return back into the world. I have since graduated with two post-graduate certificates - one in Advanced Professional Accounting and another in Digital & Content Marketing, over the last two years. I learned different skills and gained exposure to varied aspects of businesses through each program, which proved both professionally beneficial and personally enriching. So how did these programs shape my career, and what were my experiences in it?

Beginning of My Journey at York University

After a month of college the one question popped into the back of my mind was, did I make a mistake coming to Canada? Is it really worth it?