The adventure begins…
For the next six months I will be living and learning in the heart of London at LSBU (London South Bank University). I have studied in various disciplines over the years, but one key lesson I have learned is that while grades are important, it is the overall experience beyond the classroom that leads to the greatest personal and professional development and ultimately, success after university.
Continue reading Random Musings of a Study Abroad Student. Part One.
Today is the day I head up to Manchester to watch my beloved Manchester United tackle Liverpool FC in the Europa League. This is just to show there is a little bit of fun and games going on at the same time as studying. There are many opportunities to relax and see what the UK has to offer!
My study abroad journey continues…
Our new flat mates arrived on Saturday and we were excited to see who would be joining us! To welcome everyone, I posted a letter on the door outlining my belief that if we sat down as a flat together to have dinner now and then it would help create a nice home-away-from-home environment and help us build a small network of friends that will no doubt grow over the term, cut food costs and allow us indulge in some nice meals thanks to my passion for cooking! And so we sat down for our first dinner on Monday night. Two of my new housemates were eager to learn how to cook, so I was able to relax with a glass of wine and instruct them from a distance…that’s what it feels like to be a boss! Continue reading Settling in, Inductions and New Friends!
What a flight it was, from 35 degree temperatures, bright sunshine and warmth to arrive in London to two degree temperatures, cold crisp air and cloudy skies. But what London lacks in temperature it makes for up in size and beauty. The perfect place to begin my new study abroad adventure at London Southbank University! I will be completing subjects in politics, policy writing, environmental sustainability and an internship all of which contribute to my degree in Public Health.
My study abroad journey continues….
Enrolment
As a CQUGlobal Outbound exchange student enrolment is really easy. I am classed as an ISVP direct entry student here, which means there is no visas or finances to process. Everyone seems to know who I am and I have already been enrolled in my modules for the semester. Student card in hand, library code sorted – let the lectures begin.
But first … orientation University of Bradford (UoB) style
Spent the first week in the UK finding a home, getting settled in and meeting the staff at my new uni, University of Bradford. Then I had four weeks to catch up with family, friends and do some sightseeing in my new home! Yay!
Continue reading My Study Abroad Journey Continues – Family, Friends and Sightseeing!
I am now in the UK and just about to start in my new Uni here as part of my study abroad program! On reflection, I wanted to share five tips with you so if you’re thinking about studying abroad you can be fully prepared.