Course: MEng Mechanical Engineering
Nationality: India
Can
you tell us a little about yourself?
I was born and brought up in Indore, India.
It's a moderately-sized city not unlike Sheffield which is probably why I feel
at home here. I did my IGCSEs and A Levels from The Emerald Heights
International School, Indore and being at an international school and studying
an international curriculum encouraged me to take a global perspective to
things. My favourite subject at school was Mathematics with Physics and
Chemistry really close second; this along with increasing interest in
manufacturing persuaded me to study Mechanical Engineering.
Why
did you choose the University of Sheffield?
I chose the University of Sheffield because
it is one of the best places to study Mechanical Engineering (it is ranked 3rd
in the UK according to the Times Good University Guide 2014 and ranked 69th
overall by the QS World University Rankings) and it has an award winning
students union. This ensured that I wouldn’t be compromised academically while
also being able to get actively involved in student life giving me a well-rounded
university experience.
What
is the most enjoyable thing about studying your subject at the University of
Sheffield?
The sheer excitement! You have to build a
small self-powered car, produce a lab report, work on computer modelling
assignments, complete the mathematics quiz online, coordinate with your group
members - there's so much to do and it's all relevant and is helping you develop
skills for you to solve an industry problem in the future! There are modules
ranging from various engineering disciplines but also from project management
and business practice which provide you with the skills to do well wherever you
go after graduation.
How
do you find the teaching and the study methods at the University of Sheffield?
There are three ways in which we are
taught: lectures, tutorials and labs. I find the lectures engaging and
interesting which is partly because of the brilliant lecturers who are experts
in their own fields and partly because of the content which is so engrossing!
Tutorials are sessions with a department professor who develops understanding
on the course by stimulating discussions about the course material and guiding
us through any problems that we might encounter. Labs are the spaces for practical
work which complement what we have learnt in theory and this adds more to our
learning of the topic. There are also workshops which is where we have machines
for manufacturing. We just made a vice (a self-adjustable clamp) from scratch
at the workshop!
What
is your opinion on Sheffield as a city?
I find myself at home at Sheffield and this
is something I was really worried about as an international student. It is one
of the safest cities in the UK and the greenest in Europe! And the living costs
are relatively cheaper than the rest of the UK which is a great advantage to
have as a student! The people are also really friendly and helpful. One third
of the city lies in the Peak District national park so it is quite hilly but if
you don't fancy a walk the public transport is quite efficient.
What
are the benefits of studying at the University of Sheffield?
Like I said before, the University of
Sheffield offers me the best in academics and the best in student life. You
have leading academics as your professors and well-equipped libraries and labs
to assist you in studying. Then there's the career service for any help
regarding placements or jobs and they are always ready to assist. There are
quite a few places to go to if you need any help like the Student Advice Centre
and the SSID (Student Support Information Desk). The Students Union organises
events for like-minded people to meet up and there's also parties and bands to
go to. It is a very well-rounded university experience.
Do
you have any plans after the completion of your course?
I would like to work in the manufacturing
industry to gain some industrial exposure and commercial awareness. If I then
feel the need, I had return to academics and then pursue my dream of running my
own business.
What
advice would you give to prospective students coming to Sheffield?
I know you will miss home because I did but
the best way to counter that is get busy! Work hard at your course, join
societies and clubs, volunteer, get involved in the students union: there's
loads of stuff to do! You will also meet like-minded people when you get
involved and being with friends will also help you adapt to the new atmosphere.
University life is a challenging time and it will push you out of your comfort
zone but that's where the magic happens and you will find yourself stronger,
more independent and a much more capable individual.
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