Daniel Wood

Where are you from?

Durham

Why did you choose Northumbria University, Newcastle?

I'm a local and the course was perfect for me.

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

The people are great.

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

The development and the future prospects.

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

Yes, everyone is friendly and helpful.

What have you enjoyed most about coming to Northumbria University?

The experience of interacting with academics and focused professionals.

Who has helped you most since you came to Northumbria?

The staff and the teachers.

Who has inspired you most at Northumbria University?

The lecturers.

What is your favourite place on campus?

CCE.

What is the best thing about your course?

Learning new technology and doing your own projects.

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

Life skills and managing myself and own work.

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?

Work for a top Architecture company and potentially set up own company in the future.

Have you worked on any projects with businesses or been on a placement? What were your most memorable experiences?

A year long placement at Faulkner Browns Architects.

Have you taken up any opportunities to travel with your current course/undertake field trips? If so, please tell us about them.

Yes, Liverpool, Leeds and London.

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

Research the course and the other influential factors that go towords your experience at university.

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

Focus and self discipline towards attaining goals.

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

Fantastic, Insightful and interesting!

Would you recommend Northumbria University to a friend?

Yes!