How do the English treat the foreigners there?

nikos24 · 08-11-2007, 12:38

See after completing my first year of Uni, I have sights set on transferring to England for the second year and most likely finish it out there. Now I've seen some remarks on how the English treat their foreigners in the country, which wasn't really positive. Then again, I don't always believe what I read. And it doesn't really bother me on how they'll treat me (Greek) but I am really really curious. See in Greece believe it or not, the Government tend to favour the foreigners more. Let's say there was an accident with a local and foreigner the Greek police themselves will look to favour the foreigner more. In other countries, completely the opposite, you have no chance whatsoever.

So what should I expect living there in England? Will it be nice (I know the football will), how will they look at me, any advantages/disadvantages, maybe some racism? It'll just be nice to know beforehand.

Discuss lads.

fick · 08-11-2007, 12:42

Being Greek, expect many Kebab jokes. Especially if you have a tache.

Seriously, some people are retards and might give you some hassle. Some will welcome you with open arms and feed off your foreign charms.

Most however won't give a shit where you are from as long as you are an OK guy.

UK is ok as long as you can handle the shitty weather and the even worse weather prediction.

Stella Artois · 08-11-2007, 12:44

We've got enough foreigners in this country as it is. Fuck off.

In all seriousness, you won't have a problem. Most students I've met wouldn't say boo to a goose.

fick · 08-11-2007, 12:46

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Originally Posted by Stella Artois

We've got enough foreigners in this country as it is. Fuck off.

Stella you are so sweet

At least we know you're not racist.... you just hate every fucker equally!!

Morientes19 · 08-11-2007, 13:17

I think ya would have a great time over in england, the universities are really helpful to foreign people helping them witha accomodation, finding work etc

i think u will find the odd idiot who has something to say but u will find that anywhere in the world. But mostly ppl are polite and friendly.

The football in england is great quality. if you can can get to any games the banter and atmosphere is ace =)

PS if ya come to eng bring the greek weather with ya lol

o0oGedo0o · 08-11-2007, 13:35

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Originally Posted by nikos24

See after completing my first year of Uni, I have sights set on transferring to England for the second year and most likely finish it out there. Now I've seen some remarks on how the English treat their foreigners in the country, which wasn't really positive. Then again, I don't always believe what I read. And it doesn't really bother me on how they'll treat me (Greek) but I am really really curious. See in Greece believe it or not, the Government tend to favour the foreigners more. Let's say there was an accident with a local and foreigner the Greek police themselves will look to favour the foreigner more. In other countries, completely the opposite, you have no chance whatsoever.

So what should I expect living there in England? Will it be nice (I know the football will), how will they look at me, any advantages/disadvantages, maybe some racism? It'll just be nice to know beforehand.

Discuss lads.

you could always swear in greek and no one will understand: lugra, malaka

( i have a greek friend )

AgentZero · 08-11-2007, 13:37

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Originally Posted by nikos24

See after completing my first year of Uni, I have sights set on transferring to England for the second year and most likely finish it out there. Now I've seen some remarks on how the English treat their foreigners in the country, which wasn't really positive. Then again, I don't always believe what I read. And it doesn't really bother me on how they'll treat me (Greek) but I am really really curious. See in Greece believe it or not, the Government tend to favour the foreigners more. Let's say there was an accident with a local and foreigner the Greek police themselves will look to favour the foreigner more. In other countries, completely the opposite, you have no chance whatsoever.

So what should I expect living there in England? Will it be nice (I know the football will), how will they look at me, any advantages/disadvantages, maybe some racism? It'll just be nice to know beforehand.

Discuss lads.

youre a foreigner!...hardly noticed it. Just chillax use this site as a guideline..listen to Joy DIvision/Oasis, watch Motd, Hate Ronaldo and buy adidas gear...you should be unnoticeable.

Keyser Soze · 08-11-2007, 13:41

I don't think you'll have any problems at all - the fact you seem to speak English fluently will do you a world of good too.

**Miggy** · 08-11-2007, 13:46

Try make sure you go to a University based within a good city. That way most wouldn't even look at you twice even if you were green because most decent cities are full of strange,but interesting, people. Britain is full of foreigners so you'll be fine and obviously like in all countries you may come across the odd idiot who doesn't take kindly to your kind, but trust me these people are a minority.

Also British girls are easy

**Nifty1Pound50** · 08-11-2007, 13:47

The fact that there's more of you than there are the English will probably help, too.

You also have the precarious "advantage" of being able to go after all the fit Greek birds, most of whom think they're "rudegirls" (i.e. think they're black) and only go for blacks or fellow Greeks.

On the whole, it may depend on what area you're going to - however, you have nothing to fear from the university populace. All students are pussies, anyway.

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Originally Posted by latinomig4

Also British girls are easy

Am I right in thinking your dad's Spanish, and your mother's English?

**Original?** · 08-11-2007, 13:49

If you're going to a decent university then the support you'll get being an International Student will be excellent. Most students won't be bothered either way whether you're from Greece or England as long as you're an ok lad. If anyone is at all bothered I imagine you'll get more people being nice to you than the other way round, and women seem to like European guys.

You'll be in virtually the same situation as anyone joining a University regardless of nationality.

AgentZero · 08-11-2007, 13:51

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Originally Posted by Nifty1Pound50

The fact that there's more of you than there are the English will probably help, too.

You also have the precarious "advantage" of being able to go after all the fit Greek birds, most of whom think they're "rudegirls" (i.e. think they're black) and only go for blacks or fellow Greeks.

On the whole, it may depend on what area you're going to - however, you have nothing to fear from the university populace. All students are pussies, anyway.

Am I right in thinking your dad's Spanish, and your mother's English?

unless youre 'black' below the waist

**Miggy** · 08-11-2007, 14:00

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Originally Posted by Nifty1Pound50

Am I right in thinking your dad's Spanish, and your mother's English?

Indeed. He had the right idea.

Stella Artois · 08-11-2007, 14:04

So your mother is easy?

Hmm....

Barry · 08-11-2007, 14:19

Wouldn't you be placed in a class full of International students? That should help ease the transition right off the bat. Anyway big city uni's are usually packing with foreigners, at least here.