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Michael Rae

Product Design Engineering

Where are you from?

Teesside

Why did you choose Northumbria University?

A good city and a good university.

What do you think of Newcastle and our region and what are your favourite things to do?

Newcastle is an interesting city with lots going on.

What has surprised you most about living in Newcastle and this region? What has impressed you most?

The amount of things to do outside of University.

Did you find Northumbria University welcoming? Was it easy to fit in?

It was very welcoming and easy to make new friends.

What have you enjoyed most about coming to Northumbria University?

The course and friends I've made on it and through joining societies.

Who has inspired you most at Northumbria University?

My lecturers are very impressive which has inspired me to be successful.

What is your favourite place on campus?

The Students' Union.

What is the best thing about your course?

The practical side of working in the workshops.

What are the most valuable lessons you have learnt to date?

Time keeping on projects.

What do you want to do in the future? What skills have you learned/improved that you think will be of most use in your future career?

Time management has being a key element to succeeding and also working as a group doing separate parts of a project that all need to work together at the end.

If you could offer some advice to students thinking of coming to study here what would you say?

If you want to do it - do it. Don't wait about or fuss making sure you go to the same places as friends or people you know. Go to the place in the best location for the best course.

How do you feel you have changed as a person since being at Northumbria University?

I've become more confident and independent since moving away to university.

If you had three words to sum up your time with us what would they be?

Challenging, interesting, fun!

Would you recommend Northumbria University to a friend?

Yes! 


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