My passion for sustainability was ignited during my year abroad at the University of South Carolina Aiken, where I enrolled in my first environmental economics course. It was there that I was struck by the impact of businesses and individuals on climate change and the alarming decline in biodiversity across the globe. 

I’m originally from the US and Vietnam and I am currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in science, majoring in data science, at the University of Melbourne in Australia.

I chose the University of Melbourne, or Australia in general, as a study destination for the career opportunities. Its proximity to southeast Asia and Asia allowed me to explore ventures that included a lot of the Asia Pacific region.

Nothing is more frustrating during the writing process than stopping because we cannot find an appropriate word or phrase. We have the idea in our head but no matter what combination of words we try, some awkward or informal phrases creep in.

Sometimes we lack the vocabulary and grammar skills; at other times we lack general writing knowledge in our discipline. This piece introduces five academic writing resources that provide advice and guidance for students while at university.

When I decided to study in Thailand, I had two main motivations. First, I have always been fascinated by the rich tapestry of Thai culture and wanted to immerse myself in it. Bangkok has a unique blend of tradition and modernity. And its location makes it an ideal launchpad for weekend escapes to amazing beaches and mountains.

Completing a research placement while studying for a master’s at the University of Leeds was a crucial stage in my personal and professional development.

I worked with academic Rachael O’Connor on one of 13 Leeds Institute for Teaching Excellence (LITE) projects. Her work was designed to improve academic personal tutoring (APT) practice by using students’ voices and experiences through a reverse mentoring scheme.

When choosing a course it is useful to begin by understanding what your expectations and ambitions are so you can start to explore the options that match these.

You will need to research course options in detail to ensure you are making an informed decision and avoid any disappointment or problems stemming from a lack of awareness. These are the seven factors to consider when choosing your degree course. 

I am originally from Ukraine, from a small town near Kyiv. 

In 2019, I was accepted into Kyiv Polytechnic University to study applied mathematics and finance, a difficult but fulfilling path. Life in Ukraine presented its own set of challenges, such as corruption in the education system and facing gender discrimination both at school and university. Despite these obstacles, I pursued my dreams with determination. Little did I know how much my life would change during those four years of study. 

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I began my healthcare career working as a junior nurse at a hospital in Singapore, after graduating from Nanyang Polytechnic School. During my time there, I had the privilege of caring for people at their most vulnerable, and this shaped my perspective on life and confirmed that healthcare was the industry for me.

To take my career to the next level, I then did my bachelor of nursing at the University of Sydney and took on additional responsibilities in a research unit promoting evidence-based nursing practices.

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