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back in university vs back at university

Both of these are commonly used English phrases. The choice between them depends on the context and personal preference. 'Back in university' is more informal and is often used in casual conversation, while 'back at university' is more formal and can be used in written or spoken English.
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back in university

This phrase is correct and commonly used in informal contexts.

This phrase is commonly used in casual conversation to refer to a past time when someone was a student at a university.

Examples:

  • Back in university, I used to play soccer every weekend.
  • I remember those days back in university when we would stay up all night studying.
  • Back in university, I had a part-time job to help pay for my tuition.
  • Back in university, I met some of my closest friends.
  • Back in university, I was involved in several student clubs.
  • Oct 20, 2018 ... What does dreaming you are back in University mean? All related (53).
  • "back in university" is a correct and usable phrase in written English. You can use it to refer to a time period in the past when someone was attending ...
  • Oct 7, 2023 ... Something I love about being back in university is being able to learn without the urgency of immediately applying it as a means of financial benefit.
  • To get Fletcher back into the dorm, you will have to place him on another lot and play him, manually enrolling him back in university. Since Fletcher is on ...
  • Aug 8, 2024 ... MoCap helmets are expensive so back in University I made my own, and I found it again so thought I'd share it.
  • May 2, 2021 ... Michael Brennan: A Mayor We Can Trust. I have been Mayor of the City since 2018. I come from a family of teachers, laborers, and salesmen.
  • Aug 30, 2023 ... I made this TARDIS embroidery back in university. What do you think? Arts/Crafts.
  • Feb 5, 2020 ... Years ago, back in university, agile is just a concept that seemed super artificial. We learned how to do project the waterfall way, ...
  • Feb 16, 2022 ... One of my first Obvara work back in University. (It shattered when I dip it into the water then glued) Vases

Alternatives:

  • back in college
  • back in my university days
  • back when I was in university
  • during my university years
  • when I was at university

back at university

This phrase is correct and commonly used in formal contexts.

This phrase is often used in more formal settings, such as academic or professional writing, to refer to a return to a university environment.

Examples:

  • After my break, I'm excited to be back at university.
  • She decided to continue her studies and go back at university.
  • I will be back at university next semester to complete my degree.
  • He missed the academic environment and wanted to be back at university.
  • Back at university, I plan to focus on my research.
  • Jul 27, 2023 ... Back at University of Warwick - Warwick Business School for 4 days of free teaching on corporate performance management with Pietro Micheli ...
  • Here's a look back at all the fun from Dance Day last year! We are so excited to be dancing with @bigohernandez from @agt again! We can't wait to see...
  • Apr 9, 2024 ... Back at University of California, Berkeley, Haas School of Business after many years to speak to the MBA class. It was equal parts nostalgic ...
  • Feb 27, 2018 ... Brascada, back at University · Natacha Sanz Caballero Breads, Meat and Poultry, Tapas beef sandwich, bocadillo, jamón serrano, Spanish cuisine ...
  • Aug 2, 2023 ... I have the following recurring dream -- what could it mean? I dream that I am back at university in my final year with my first job already ...
  • Looking back at University -I'm a Graduate! Jul 23, 2016 · IMG_8487 · IMG_8476 · IMG_8478 · IMG_8485 · IMG_8139 · IMG_8145 · IMG_8151 · IMG_8168.
  • Back at University 回到大学. Jan 25, 2010. University has started today. I've signed up for third year Mandarin. I'm really excited! My goal for this year ...
  • Aug 26, 2023 ... First day back at university. Question ❓. I'm a psychology professor in the US. I don't want to seem old and stuffy but still want to seem ...

Alternatives:

  • returning to university
  • going back to university
  • resuming university
  • back in school
  • back on campus

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