What The Seniors Say
Last summer, at the end of the programme, we asked your seniors about their experience in the UK.
They told us everything from what they advise students to bring to the UK to the best places to shop in Liverpool to the best places to visit in the UK.
Have a look and see what the experts say!
What you should bring to the UK:
1) Laptop
2) Camera
3) Stationery
4) Computer Printer
5) More Money!!!
What should students wait to buy here in the UK:
1) Kitchen utensils, pots & pans
2) Warm clothing (sweaters)
Which Bank should students use:
1) Barclays – the most used bank by last year’s students and rated with the best service
Where should you buy food in Liverpool:
1) Tesco
2) Kwik Save
3) The Pound Shop
4) Home Bargain
5) LIDL
6) St John’s Supermarket
Where should you shop for clothes?
1) Top Shop
2) Sports Shops – any
3) The Sunday Market
Students’ favourite activities whilst they were here:
1) Travelling
2) Shopping
3) Surfing the free internet
4) Playing sports or going to sports events
5) Hanging out with their friends
Top places to visit in the UK:
1) Scotland – go anywhere
2) Wales
3) Blackpool
4) London
5) Manchester
If you’re going to go on a European Tour use:
1) STA – the majority advise
2) Top Deck
Comments about living at LJMU halls of residence:
1) It’s a great place to live; has really good facilities.
2) Safe and comfortable
3) Learn how to cook!
4) Be respectful of others and quiet at night
5) Select roommates before you arrive in the UK
Best way to phone home - phone cards:
1) South-East Asia
2) Asia 1st
3) Speak n Save
4) Mad for Bananas
Best way to get around Liverpool:
1) Walk!
2) By bus
Advice to new students:
1) Work hard, play hard!
2) Make a budget for your funds and stick to it!
3) Enjoy your time here, it goes fast!
4) If you have any questions, just ask!
When asked what students enjoyed the most they said:
1) The weather
2) The friendly people
3) The great facilities
4) Making new friends
5) Experiencing a new culture
