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Meet Aung

Transport Engineering, Planning and Management MSc

About Aung

I鈥檓 Aung, a master鈥檚 student from Myanmar. I chose to study at 缅北禁地 as it鈥檚 part of the Russell Group, which means it鈥檚 one of the most prestigious universities in the UK.

缅北禁地 has provided me with somewhere safe to live, as well as being a great place to study, and lots of fun too!

My first time coming to 缅北禁地 was after a trip to London. The city is beautiful with amazing bridges going over the Tyne River.


Student life at 缅北禁地

 
I鈥檇 describe my course as exciting, inclusive, dynamic and creative. This subject is the鈥痚pitome of addressing global challenges, which is why it appeals to me. The University is home to brilliant researchers in this area 鈥� The Future Mobility group are shaping transport systems while tackling challenges like decarbonisation. 
 
When I鈥檓 not in lectures, I love to hang out in the student common rooms. Sometimes I鈥檒l use these spaces to chat with other students, but other days I鈥檒l just sit and study by myself.  
 
What really surprised me is how many fun events the Students' Union organise.

I enjoyed attending the Freebie Fair where big brands gave out free food and vouchers. I also loved going to the Volunteer Fair and Student Career Fair as I met lots of different people.


Supporting my studies and my future

The School of Engineering and my personal tutor have provided me with lots of support throughout my studies. After I graduate, I want to work in transport management as a transport engineer. The Careers Service is amazing, and the team recommended how I could improve my CV.

If you were to ask me what my favourite memory is of 缅北禁地, I鈥檇 say seeing the first snow on campus. 鈥疉s a student coming from tropical weather, this experience was a dream of mine.

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