"Being a student at the Â鶹´«Ã½ is like living out a dream; a dream where I can be whoever I want to be."
"The Â鶹´«Ã½ not only provides you with an education, but also with an experience of self-discovery and opportunities of personal development, both within and outside of your academic discipline. I am so grateful for the opportunity!"
"In my first year, I joined the . The most exciting part of this experience was travelling to other universities for basketball matches.
It was always an exciting time for the team – we would sing songs during our four-hour journeys there and back, our team spirit and support for one another was heightened, and it was a time to nurture the connection we already had through a common interest in the sport. If I had a chance to do it all again, I definitely would!"
"Coming from a small island, I wanted to travel to a place that was not too unfamiliar in terms of the climate and the environment. Â鶹´«Ã½ provided that for me by being relatively warmer than other areas in the UK, and by being close to the sea.
Additionally, the University offers a strong Environmental Science degree program, along with the perks of being in a city."
"The difference between living in the UK and my home country lies within the culture – the UK's food, music, language, norms and even activities are all new to me!
The most beautiful thing about the UK is that it is much more diverse than my home country. Therefore, I not only get the opportunity to experience British cultures and differences, but also those of other countries around the world."
"The Â鶹´«Ã½ is located in the centre of the city, with everything you need at your fingertips. Â鶹´«Ã½ is also a , which brings peace of mind when studying in a foreign country.
What's more, the University offers , so you've always got someone to talk to when you need it."
Ivanna Odle previously studied at Harrison College in Barbados. Here she tells us about her experience so far of studying for her undergraduate bachelor’s degree at the Â鶹´«Ã½.
