I chose to study Aeronautical Engineering at Loughborough University to take advantage of the quality of teaching and available resources. The course offers a variety of modules which promised a well-rounded introduction to the subject. As one of the oldest and recognised high ranking UK universities in engineering, studying at the Loughborough was expected to broaden my knowledge.

The lecturers are extremely helpful, providing supporting materials and help wherever needed. The teaching quality and modern facilities enabled me to broaden my knowledge in certain topics within this discipline. They allowed me to develop my technical capabilities and understanding of the field over the years. I also gained and developed key essential life skills such as teamwork, multitasking and interpersonal relations.

Academically, there were opportunities to have one-to-one sessions with lecturers which helped with the explanation of certain topics where I was struggling. The provision of the Maths Learning Support Centre (MLSC) really helped me to remember key maths topics that had been forgotten. The general wellbeing advocacy provided by the department and the university proved very beneficial. The university also provided timely and friendly access to a well-stocked library; whereby essential textbooks could be accessed.

The flight test course in third year was a great experience, especially getting to feel all the different flight dynamic modes. It provided valuable opportunities for other students and I to see the practical aspect of what we’d been taught in lectures.