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Research Fellow at ESRC Centre for Population Change (CPC)
Chuhong Wang is currently a Research Fellow at ESRC Centre for Population Change (CPC) at the ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ. Previously, she completed her BSc in Economics and Finance at ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ, M.Phil in Economics at Cambridge, and studied for PhD in Economics at ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ from September 2012 to April 2017.
To me the most fascinating part of the course lies in the fact that it builds up a solid knowledge framework for economics and meanwhile triggers critical thinking.
What was your course, and what did you like most about it?
I studied BSc Economics and Finance at ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ. To me the most fascinating part of the course lies in the fact that it builds up a solid knowledge framework for economics and meanwhile triggers critical thinking .
Why did you choose ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ over other international options?
The core reasons why I chose to study at ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ are that ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ enjoys a good reputation in terms of both teaching quality and academic research .
Are there any challenges you faced studying and living in the UK?
Overall, my studies and life in the UK have gone smoothly and I have never encountered any significant difficulties. If any, I would say giving a presentation is one of the challenges.
What tips would you give to other international students planning to study at the ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ?
1. Don’t leave things (e.g. coursework, exams) to the deadline, prepare as early as you can
2. Keep calm during the exam, just treating it as a process of picking up what you have learned in your memory
3. Make a good plan and manage your time efficiently
Would you recommend studying at ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ to other potential international students?
Yes, definitely. I do have a fantastic experience in ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ – not only owing to its good learning environment but also knowledgeable teaching staff and friendly peers.