A typical day starts at 7am with a great cuppa and jam on toast, catching up on Twitter and the news. After a lecture, I might then grab lunch with colleagues. The rest of the day is purely for studying, either at home or at the library. On Fridays, we also do special quiz nights on Microsoft Teams or in-person (when it's allowed). The MSc has been great to connect with peers, make new friendships, and interact with people from diverse backgrounds and stories. Ultimately, it's about challenging everything you know and stepping out of your comfort zone.
Staff have been really nice, understanding and helpful. It's good to know that you can pick up the phone and reach out to IT Services and have all your issues solved within seconds. I had really positive experiences with the IT support staff. In terms of academic staff, I really appreciate the great efforts of the lecturers to make the classes interesting and engaging online. It's a tough time for everyone, but at Loughborough, I can see the commitment towards caring for each student and their wellbeing.