A glimpse into the life of a computing student
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- Oshan
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Oshan, a final-year computing student, gives a fresh glimpse into her life at Bradford. She shares what her course, the campus and community mean to her.
Hi, my name is Oshan! I'm in my final year of BSc (Hons) Computer Science. In this blog, I am going to share my experience of pursuing this course at the University of Bradford.
From the very beginning
A little bit about me: I just love having fun with technology and playing around with numbers and data.
There is no denying that IT (Information Technology) is a sector that plays a core and crucial role in the smooth running of many other sectors. Hence, I knew pursuing this course could open up a world of opportunities for me.
The main reason I chose to study at Bradford was the course curriculum and accreditation. I was happy to see that the curriculum covered all the modules of the wider spectrum of computer science. It also stood out that the BSC (British Computer Society), the Chartered Institute for IT, accredits the course.
My favourite part of the course
My favourite part of the course is when I get to spend time in the laboratories and get firsthand experience of what I have learnt during lectures and self-study hours.
Something else I love is that it also gives me a chance to interact with my peers and mentor, resulting in sharing knowledge and resolving doubts whilst programming or doing exercises.
An underlying doubt
You might be asking, what about placements and job applications?
At Bradford, you can contact the International Opportunities team for help with international study, work experience, or a summer abroad. They can help you find and apply for a multitude of international opportunities, ranging from one week to 12 months.
The Careers and Employability Services can help you massively with your career. They can help you find work placements, part-time jobs, and graduate roles. They can also help you with your CV and interview skills.
You can book an appointment through Handshake for either service.
Accessing support
As an undergraduate student, you can sign up for PAL (Peer Assisted Learning) sessions, which are run by students who can support and guide you. They are normally led by higher-level students studying the same course as you.
You also have a Personal Academic Tutor (PAT) who provides assistance, guidance, and reassurance during your university journey.
If you are struggling with academic resources or looking for reference/citation techniques (and avoiding plagiarism), library staff are always there to help you out.
The University also offers a Counselling and Mental Health Service and Disability Service for students.
Tips from my experience
Here are a few tips that can be helpful throughout your studies:
- make use of the resources and the opportunities available to you
- reach out to your tutors, peers, alumni and seniors to learn from their experiences and build connections
- when in doubt, do not bottle it up. Ask for guidance or support from people around you
- lock in for your coursework and exams
- don’t be too hard on yourself, believe in yourself and work at your own pace
My final words to you
There is much more to university life than academics, so remember to take a break, have fun with sports and societies, grab a bite and just get involved.
Do it. For real.
Lock into university life.
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