Name: Bhudtree Prathumsuwan
Course: MSc Information Systems
Country: Thailand
“I now work at Mentor International back in my home country, Thailand. I advise potential students who want to study abroad, either in the UK or Australia, about the options available to them.”
Career history
Bhudtree Prathumsuwan enjoyed her time studying in the UK so much she is now working back in her home country of Thailand and advises other Thai students about their options of studying overseas.
“I chose to study the MSc in Information Systems at the University of Hertfordshire because I had studied similar subjects in Thailand but wanted to learn things in greater depth. I was also interested in the different teaching methods in different countries.
“Studying in the UK has been an exciting experience. The programme was interesting and my teachers were great, always supportive and helpful if I needed them. I found that things were taught very differently in the UK and it’s helped me to develop new ways of thinking.
“During my course we had to work on projects as a team. I really enjoyed this as I got to make new friends from around the world and also improved my interpersonal skills by sharing ideas with other students.
“I now work at Mentor International back in my home country, Thailand. I advise potential students who want to study abroad, either in the UK or Australia, about the options available to them. I also take care of all the application forms and help find students’ accommodation. It’s a great job and I really enjoy it.”
Name: Sofia Mikhaylovskaya
Course: BA (hons) Digital and Lens Media (1st year)
Country: Russia
“When I first arrived I had some communication problems, but people were always willing to explain things to me and give me extra support.”
Career history
Sofia Mikhaylovskaya chose the University of Hertfordshire for Digital and Lens Media to be close to the film and media industry in London and to fufil her dream to work in the creative industry.
“I came to study in the UK because it is internationally recognised as a leader in the creative/film industry. I think having a UK qualification will make it easier for me to get a good job in this area when I graduate. By studying in the UK I also have the advantage of being close to the latest innovations and developments happening in the film industry so my skills will be current. I chose to come and study at the University of Hertfordshire because it was recommended by a friend.
“The tutors are good and help you a lot. They are understanding, especially if you’re an international student. When I first arrived I had some communication problems, but people were always willing to explain things to me and give me extra support.
“The facilities here are also very good. I use the Learning Resources Centres (LRCs) as they have not only books and computers, but also films available for loan on DVD which I use for my programme.
“I also live in University accommodation which means I’ve made loads of new friends- I have friends that I live with and also friends that are on my course.
“When I graduate I would ideally like a career in the art/film industry doing something concerned with installations/exhibitions.”
Name: Liang Chen
Course: Foundation Certificate in English for Academic Purposes, followed by MSc International Business
Country: China
“I think I made a wise choice coming study at the University of Hertfordshire; I have really enjoyed life in the UK and would recommend it!”
Career history
Liang Chen chose to come and study English for Academic Purposes at the University of Hertfordshire to enable him to reach the required level of English to progress to his Masters degree, MSc International Business, and since then his studies have gone from strength to strength.
“I completed my first degree in my home country, China, studying economics. My spoken English wasn’t very good so I knew I would have to study a preparatory programme in order to study my Masters in the UK. The University I studied at in China has good links with the University of Hertfordshire so I knew I wanted to apply.
“The Foundation Certificate in English for Academic Purposes (FCEAP) programme helped to develop my writing and presentation skills which have proved to be invaluable in studying my MSc.
“I have been at UH for one and a half years now and I have really enjoyed my time! The facilities are very good and the LRC’s are great. I use Studynet a lot as it enables me to communicate with my tutors extremely easily.
“I have had a couple of jobs while at UH. Before beginning my MSc I worked as a student guide during International Orientation Week, I enjoyed this a lot and the experience I got from it was great. I also worked as a cleaner at the de Havilland Campus, it was for a couple of hours each morning so didn’t get in the way of my studies and the money was really good! I really like the de Havilland campus; it’s so advanced in its facilities - a great place to study.
“I think I made a wise choice coming study at the University of Hertfordshire; I have really enjoyed life in the UK and would recommend it!”
Name: William Wong
Course: BEng Aerospace Engineering, followed by MSc Computer Science
Country: Hong Kong
“I was employed because my UK qualifications meant that I had the necessary communications skills to work in an international company - most of the people I work with are from the UK.”
Career history
William Wong studied both his undergraduate and postgraduate degrees at the University of Hertfordshire and has now moved back to Hong Kong where the skills he learnt have enabled him to get a job with Rolls Royce.
“I came to the University of Hertfordshire to do my undergraduate degree in Aerospace Engineering because of its excellent reputation and history in that particular area. I lived on the College Lane Campus of the University which was good as it meant I didn’t have to walk far to get to lectures! My lecturers were excellent - really inspiring and the facilities are great.
“I enjoyed my time at UH so much I decided to stay and study for my Master’s degree also! I chose the MSc in Computer Science because of the high quality reputation of the research in that School.
“The University really has everything you need to make studying here a great experience. The LRCs (Learning Resource Centres) in the University were fantastic, providing the resources I needed to do all the research for my course. They’re also open all the time so you can study whenever you like!
“I’ve now moved back to Hong Kong and I’m working as a technical assistant at Rolls Royce. I’m enjoying my work a lot. I was employed because my UK qualifications meant that I had the necessary communications skills to work in an international company - most of the people I work with are from the UK.”
Contact
Ms Cath Harris, Head of International Office
University of Hertfordshire
College Lane
Hatfield, Hertfordshire
AL10 9AB
United Kingdom
T: +44 (0)1707 284800
F: +44 (0)1707 284870
E: international@herts.ac.uk
W: www.herts.ac.uk/international
