Blogs from our international students
Check out our most recent student blogs on some key topics of student life.
From Canada to NTU: How I created a South Asian Law Society and found my place in the legal community
A story written by Aliyana Reshamwalla, an international student who built community, founded the South Asian Law Society, and shaped her future through leadership at NTU.
From Malaysia to Nottingham: What it's like to return for my master’s at NTU
Jelyna Wong, a Malaysian student shares her story returning to NTU for masters. She shares everything from industry growth, new skills, NTU creative facilities, and honest advice on studying in the UK.
How one guest lecture changed my mindset and led me to securing a placement
Lakshya Chaudhary, a student from India walked into a guest lecture expecting a lesson and walked out with a new way of thinking. It helped him build skills, look for opportunities, and land a great placement. He shares the story about showing up before feeling ready.
How winning a scholarship made my dreams come true
Thinking about applying for scholarship? Thu Trang Do from Vietnam shares step-by-step reflection on overcoming self-doubt, writing a powerful application and believing you deserve the opportunity.
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Hear from our international students
You can learn more about NTU through our student stories. Check out the selection on this page or click the button below to find student stories from your country.
Efrance Karungi
Nottingham has a high number of international students that love to explore and are experiencing similar shocks in new environments. This makes it easier to blend in and learn a lot because we all tend to help each other out.
Sarker Mehdi Afif
My accomplishments extend well beyond the acquisition of a mere qualification during my time here… my educational journey has provided me with a profound wealth of knowledge that surpasses the boundaries of a conventional qualification.
Julie Phan
What I value most is the sheer cultural diversity on campus. You get to study and network with students from all corners of the globe, which significantly broadens your perspective. Crucially, there is also a notably large and very supportive Vietnamese community here.
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Hear from our international alumni
Our international alumni are great ambassadors for NTU. They have used the skills and experiences they learned while at NTU and gone on to achieve great careers.
Rasika Milind Nanal
Leaving home to study in a new country isn’t just about lectures and assignments - it’s about rebuilding your world from the ground up. Rasika arrived in the UK with a love for media, a background in journalism, and English as her third language. What she didn’t expect was how challenging, inspiring, and transformative the journey would become.
Fabian Klimpel
One of the biggest highlights of my career so far has been completing my master's degree abroad and adapting to a new country and academic environment, which gave me the knowledge, skills and confidence to take the next step. My first role after graduation, working in the transactions team of a large German investor, was another milestone.
Prerona Chatterjee
For me, studying at NBS wasn’t just an academic choice; it was a strategic decision to refine and elevate the skills I’ve built over 20 years in the events and entertainment industry. I wanted a place that encourages innovation, leadership, and purpose, and Nottingham Business School felt like the right environment to grow both personally and professionally.
My alumni story: International Scholarship opens up a world of opportunities for Aneeqa
As the first woman in her community to pursue academic study, Aneeqa discusses the International student and Employability support she received at NTU.
NTU alumna Sumaya Afrin Misti wins Study UK Alumni Award for Social Action
Sumaya Afrin Misti won the British Council Study UK Bangladesh Alumni Awards 2026, honouring the remarkable achievements of graduates who are shaping the world.
My Alumni Story: Salihat Badamasuiy – From Nigeria, to NTU and back as a public health practitioner
Salihat shares her story of arriving from Nigeria in 2017 to study for a Master's degree in Public Health, following in the footsteps of her uncle, who completed his PhD at NTU.