Alice Alley

CHEMICAL ENGINEERING, 3RD YEAR LANCASTER UNIVERSITY

What do you enjoy most about university?

What I enjoy the most about uni is just hanging out with my friends and being able to do things on our own time without worrying about curfews or other obligations. It’s great to have that freedom to balance social life and academics.

What is the most challenging thing about going to university?

I find my course challenging at times, and thinking what to have for dinner every night, alongside managing my money.

Why did you choose your university? They offered a nice scholarship, the course they offered was specific to what I wanted to do and it was a campus uni.

What surprised you most about university life?

The sheer amount of coursework, even for courses that weren’t supposed to be coursework heavy. And how easy it is to make friends, everyone is willing.

What tips would you give a student applying to university

Just apply even if you aren’t sure, you’ll get a degree and have way more fun than you can living at home.

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