Lovely town with even lovelier people
I chose to study at Aberystwyth University because it is a partner with my home university. Their drama program is well reputed and offers applied theatre courses which my home university did not. The classes I have taken this term are wonderful, and the department and its staff have all been welcoming and accomodating.
The university is great, the diversity and amount of extracurricular activities are fantastic, and there is always something for everyone! The facilities are up to date and well kept, and the faculties are always prompt to respond to any queries you have.
Aberystwyth is a lovely town with even lovelier people. Everything is easily accessible with plenty to explore and a great nightlife.
I would absolutely recommend Aberystwyth University to anyone who is considering coming here. I would especially recommend it to my fellow theatre students at my home university to come and study abroad here.
- Emily
A great education
I really enjoyed my time at the AECC University College. I write this at the end of my 4 years and time has flown by! I feel like have really had a great education here and made some friends for life. It’s going to be really sad to leave as it feels a lot like home now but at the same time I have learnt so much I feel prepared to go into the real world and become an actual chiropractor!
BRODIE’S TOP 3 HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE MASTERS IN CHIROPRACTIC
- Getting involved in the breast feeding clinic – It has been a great opportunity to work with the student midwives from Bournemouth University and have learnt a lot from them. I would recommend getting involved in this in clinic for anyone who is interested in paediatrics
- Living in Bournemouth – I have loved every moment of being by the coast (also the sunniest place in the UK). I will really miss spending sunny evenings having BBQ’s on the beach
- Being transformed from a student into a working professional – I really feel like the University College has made the bridge from being a student to a health professional a smooth transition. The tutors are there to support you as students but treat you as their colleagues which is nice
BRODIE’S TOP 3 TIPS FOR STUDENTS THINKING ABOUT STUDYING CHIROPRACTIC
- You have to be passionate about being a chiropractor. It is a tough course and the only way you’ll be successful is if you really enjoy what you’re studying
- Observe as many chiropractors as possible you will soon find out how diverse chiropractic can be and all the routes that you can go down
- Come to one of the open days to get a feel of the college and talk to some of the students. Studying at the AECC University College is a unique experience and is different from most other University’s as your living and studying with people who only do chiropractic. This is great as you get help and support from other students and you all go through the same experience together
- Brodie
A vibrant, coastal location
The best thing about studying at the University of Brighton was the vibrant, coastal location. Living here also gave me easy access to all of the hustle and bustle of London as well as the rest of Europe.
Without a doubt, the best part of my course was getting to know my lecturers and tutors. I often set up tutorial sessions prior to assignment deadlines and wound up getting to know my teachers much better in the process. I still keep in touch with some of them! I also think the diverse classes enhanced the classroom atmosphere.
Because of my degree, I discovered I was most enthusiastic about sports mega-events and decided to pursue working with them as my career path.
I think you get out of the university experience what you put into it! You need to be open to learning in new ways from your peers and they will learn just as much from you - whether it’s in the pub, over a pizza, or at one of the many university social events.
- Amelia
Brunel has a strong and welcoming community
The Master's in Children, Youth, and International Development suited my interests and passions better than any other program I had seen. The campus setting of the university, as well as the high level of international student enrollment, served to further encourage my desire to study here.
WHAT DO YOU LIKE ABOUT STUDYING AT BRUNEL?
Aside from my specific program, I love that Brunel has a strong and welcoming community on campus. I have really enjoyed getting to know and building friendships with people from all around the world. I think that the free language classes are an incredible opportunity to get exposure to a language that one may not have in their home country. I also like that, in Uxbridge, we are connected to central London without having to live big city life all the time.
WHAT IS YOUR OPINION OF THE UNIVERSITY ACCOMMODATION?
The accommodation provides students with everything they need to live comfortably. It's nice to have single rooms.
WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU GIVE TO A NEW STUDENT AT BRUNEL?
I would advise international students to look into applying for the International Scholarship. It's not only financial help, but an opportunity to network with many different people and become part of a small community within the larger Brunel community. I also suggest that anyone starting at Brunel take the time to really look into everything about which they may have questions. Everyone here is very friendly and willing to help, so take advantage to really get to know your future home.
WHAT SOCIAL ACTIVITIES ARE YOU INVOLVED IN?
Active Brunel, Arabic language classes
HOW DO YOU PLAN TO USE YOUR DEGREE IN YOUR CAREER?
I plan to return to the US and work with a youth-serving organization in some capacity.
- Shahana
State-of-the-art facilities
I decided to study at Brunel because of the international reputation of the Occupational Therapy programme. I hope to someday be an occupational therapist that specialises in paediatrics, and the Masters in Occupational Therapy course at Brunel provides the opportunity to gain further experience working with children with disabilities. In addition, I was attracted to Brunel’s intensive, two-year programme, which combines classroom and practical experience in an urban environment.
The Occupational Therapy programme at Brunel also relies on practice placements. I am looking forward to participating in such placements, as I believe that hands-on learning will be critical to my education as an occupational therapist. While theory provides an important base, applying what you learn in the classroom to clinical situations is extremely important to the learning process.
I was presented with the opportunity to visit London for a week and attend an interview. During my stay, I toured the Brunel campus and saw the teaching facilities in the Mary Seacole Building. Utilising this venue seemed like an excellent way to learn about how to assist a client to learn a new way to perform an activity, while encouraging independence.
What do you like about studying at Brunel?
I very much enjoy studying at the Brunel campus, as we have access to state-of-the-art facilities and equipment, experienced lecturers and a lot of student support. I have also met some incredible colleagues in my department, and I have very much enjoyed sharing and learning from each other’s past experiences. On a larger scale, studying occupational therapy in the UK has enabled me to compare and contrast the public healthcare systems in both Canada and England, and to discover aspects of practice that could be applicable in Canada. It is my opinion that international study gives students a global perspective on issues in their respective fields. Learning abroad in England has provided me with the opportunity to understand what I am studying in a global context, to understand how occupational therapists function in different settings, and to help contribute my skills in a variety of communities in this increasingly globalized society.
What is your opinion of the university accommodation?
I am not personally staying in university accommodation, I elected to live in central London and commute to Brunel. However, several members of my cohort live in halls at Brunel, and they very much enjoy the facilities and the fact that they can live at such a short distance from their lectures.
What advice would you give to a new student at Brunel?
I would say that if you are new to Brunel, make sure you get involved with activities both within your cohort and the university as a whole. Also, make sure that you give yourself time to adjust to your new environment, choosing to study away from home can be a big change but it will be well worth it. And of course, a good pair of wellies will help you through the winter!
What social activities are you involved in?
While I am not currently involved in any formal clubs or societies at Brunel, we organise social activities through the Occupational Therapy department. One of the recent activities many of us participated in was a trip to the Science Museum as part of their "Lates" events. I was able to spend time with my colleagues away from campus, and explore the Science Museum at night with other young adults.
How do you plan to use your degree in your career?
I hope that my studies in Occupational Therapy at Brunel will enable me to pursue a career where I can help people, more specifically children. During my undergraduate degree, I became interested in how children cope with disabilities, which led me to consider how children could benefit from improvements in motor function early in life - specifically, how this would translate to increased overall function as an adult with a disability. My long-term goal would be to work in a paediatric therapy facility where I could help improve children’s lives through the introduction of occupational therapy.
- Julia
