Jonny
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Why did you choose to study your course at NTU?

All resources I needed were readily available for me and the location of campus was ideal for my course. The Animal Unit on site was a real winner for me.

What do you enjoy most about your course?

I enjoy the range of activities between lectures, lab work and field trips. It makes the course feel more interactive and I feel best when I know I can do the work I’m being taught myself.

How do you find your modules and what have you most enjoyed studying?

I enjoy how most of my modules are well structured and I can see what is happening a few weeks in advance. Each module is a good and unique challenge.

What do you think about the facilities available on your course and what do you use the most?

The library is excellent for group or individual studies and the online Library OneSearch is very easy to navigate. Each building has its own unique and important use with easy access for all.

What do you think about Brackenhurst Campus? What do you get up to in your spare time?

The facilities on campus are fantastic. The Orangery and Refectory are brilliant places and the growing Brackenhurst societies are great for social events.

What is your top tip for someone considering studying/ living at Brackenhurst Campus?

Make good use of all the facilities. Also, Brackenhurst provides a lot of different experiences for students to meet new people or to learn more about the area, and the opportunities are only growing. More students are setting up different societies separate from city ones for easier access.

Have you been involved in any placements, work experience or volunteering as part of your course? If so, what did you do and what did you achieve?

I’ve volunteered at the Animal Unit multiple times - it’s fantastic for first-hand experiences if you’ve not had any previously. I am going into my placement year next year as well and the university have a load of options and support methods to help students find a placement.

Why would you recommend your course to someone considering studying it?

Whether you have something specific you’re going into or you’re still trying to find that part out, Zoology is the perfect scientific investigation into animals, their history, biology and their environments. NTU only makes it more immersive with their fieldtrips, resources, animal unit and the separate campus itself. Anything you could ever want to do with this course is ready for you, so long as you know where to ask.

What are your plans for after the course and how do you feel your course has/ will help you to achieve that goal?

While I still haven’t decided where I want to go after university, I feel secure knowing that the university has recommendations and provides opportunities for students. Additionally, the course has introduced me to many tempting future opportunities such as zoo keeping and museum curation.

Any additional comments:

I cannot express how on-hand and available everything feels whilst I’ve been at university. While not everyday has been a good one, I feel assured that I can ask for help or support and find it in due time.