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Student experiences in Australia

Jessica spend 1 academic year (2014-2015) studying at the University of New South Wales as part of her Psychology degree at Swansea University. Here are some of the comments she made about her experience: 

Jessica Baker NSW

The Experience

'Going to uni was the best decision I ever made because it allowed my to see the world and study in one package (thank you, Swansea!).'

 

 

Challenges

'I thought my biggest challenge would be overcoming homesickness, but I was homesick for all of ten minutes over the course of the year, and instead, challenges presented themselves as tests of independence (and patience).'

 

Jessica Baker NSW
Jessica Baker NSW

Reflection

'My year abroad gave me the time to figure out what I really wanted for myself and has given me a whole lot of motivation to do well in my third year. It's the best thing I've ever done and I can’t recommend years like this enough.'