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Music Technology - BSc (Hons)
Moving from his hometown in Lurgan, Northern Ireland, Kristian had mixed feelings about joining a completely new culture here at Birmingham City University. However, when a friend encouraged him to study the BSc Music Technology course here, Kristian got the confidence boost he needed to step out of his comfort zone!
“Before coming to Birmingham City University, I attended another university and was studying a completely different course, but I dropped out because I wasn’t passionate at all about it. My friend had studied at BCU and suggested the BSc Music Technology course here. Since then, I have been enjoying every second and I haven’t looked back!
As I’m originally from Northern Ireland, I have inevitably felt homesick this year. When I first arrived in Birmingham, I was quite nervous about being in unfamiliar territory so I didn’t mix with other people a lot. However, people around me encouraged me to open up and let go of the fears that I faced. I felt most at ease meeting new people and concentrating on my studies, which helped a lot. The student support team have a mental health and wellbeing service with expert guidance and support which helped me manage my homesickness.
My long-term goal is to impact the way in which technology can be used to help disabled people express themselves through the art of sound. BCU has helped me do this through tailored advice and extensive information, making sure I had access to relevant research in order for me to plan and create an interactive interface for people with disabilities.
Since I’ve started at BCU I’ve become a lot more confident than I used to be. I’ve also learnt how to properly budget! I have spent as much time as I can making use of the facilities here, especially the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire. We are very lucky to have a brand-new state-of-the-art conservatoire on campus where we can collaborate with music students in studios. It’s also a great place to watch my friends perform!
The biggest adjustment in coming to university for me was writing assignments and essays. Before coming to university I hadn’t written an essay in about five years. It’s been challenging, but I think I’m getting the hang of writing my assignments now!
To me, ‘I AM BCU’ is all about a community of people who collaborate in a positive learning environment, but most of all, having fun and supporting each other.”
Digital Media Technology – BSc (Hons)
Like many students at BCU, Eva commutes to university. She found the commute tiring, yet her passion for her subject was stronger. During her time at BCU, Eva has been able to achieve a lot of things she’s proud of and feels like a part of the community. She has learnt to collaborate, use professional equipment and gain the necessary skills to realise her creative aspirations fully.
Construction Management - BSc (Hons)
Sian had applied to a different university after leaving further education, but found the course wasn’t for her. She isolated herself for two years and threw herself into work until she discovered the BSc Construction Management course at BCU. Since then Sian has gained confidence and feels ready to take on the construction industry.
Digital Forensics - BSc (Hons)
‘I was worried, I was “too mentally ill” to finish my degree.’ CJ faced some mental health challenges whilst studying for her degree, leaving her feeling like she may not be able to complete her course. But after co-creating the ‘Put the Kettle On’ society with a friend, she not only created a safe and calming space for all students to talk and get support from one another but it has helped her gain confidence and get through her own challenges.
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