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Medical Sciences Diploma

Where are you from?

Canada

Why did you choose Northumbria University, Newcastle?

University offered as part as the exchange program.

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

Beautiful city. Going for walks along the quay.

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

People are very nice and there are many students.

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

Very easy to fit in due to wonderful staff and students.

What have you enjoyed most about coming to Northumbria University?

Quality education.

Who has helped you most since you came to Northumbria?

Administrative staff.

Who has inspired you most at Northumbria University?

Professors and lecturers.

What is the best thing about your course?

Diversity of the program

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

Organization and efficiency are key

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?

A medical career.

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

It's an amazing school, friendly and warm people. Great place to live and study.

How do you feel you have changed as a person since being at Northumbria University, Newcastle (e.g. confidence)?

More confident

If you had 3 words to sum up your time with us what would they be?

Absolutely incredibly amazing

Would you recommend Northumbria University to a friend?

Yes.


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