Meet Hana
International Business Management with Placement BSc
About Hana
Hi, I’m Hana. The education system in the UK is very different from back home in the Czech Republic. It’s much more practical – my course is fun, engaging and useful. What I’m learning now will give me a massive advantage when I’m job hunting in the future.
I’d heard from many people that Newcastle was perfect for international students like me. The University is also part of the Russell Group which shows its prestige. Applying for a place was very easy – I did it through UniLink who helped with my application, reminded me of key dates and helped with my visa.
Travelling from home to the UK is also straightforward, with great flight connections from Newcastle International Airport.
Student life at Newcastle
There’s so much I love about being a Newcastle student – the interesting people you meet, the warmth of the University staff, the vibrant student city. When I first got here, I did experience some culture shock, but I embrace it all now.
The social aspect of student life is great. I lived at Park View (University-owned accommodation) which was a great way to meet lots of people. I’m on the committee of the European Law Students' Association (ELSA) and play tennis.
I’m not sure what I want to do in the future, but being able to study lots of different modules is giving me the chance to explore all the possibilities and find what I enjoy.
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