I am proud that I have made it to university after a tough time in Sixth Form studying A-Levels. I was always confused about what I wanted to learn and do with my future – and I then took the time to sit down and look down every path that I thought would be of...
Before deciding to apply and accept my offer at the University of Westminster, I was cautious. It was a difficult decision as I was anxious about my future. I had a terrible university experience last year that created anxiety about not making the best choice for me. I was looking for a university that would...
I only applied to the University of Westminster as one of my five UCAS choices. I did not choose Westminster as my original clearing choice, yet here I am. Opening that envelope on A-level results day made me shatter. I was one grade off from my firm choice – and my insurance requirements were higher...
The anti-government mass protest sparked by Mahsa Amini, a young woman’s death in police custody in Iran, started on the 17th of September. It spread to different cities and towns, including religious ones such as Qum and Mashhad, the power centres of Shiite Islam and the Islamic Republic’s power base. Images and slogans posted via...
I have a very superficial understanding of Vietnam. It has tropical jungles and is very mountainous, with many rivers crisscrossing its territory, which heavily influences the culture and cuisine. I am particularly interested in the cuisine, as East Asian food is distinct from Western/European food, and I have heard of some dishes before, such as...
Sadly, I am writing this blog from my desk at home and not from the breathtaking views that Ha Long Bay offers or from the lively streets of Hanoi engaged by people with warm hearts, solid spirits and remarkable willpower. Our field trip to Vietnam only lasted eight days; however, my understanding of the country...
Hi everyone, my name is Thai; I’m one of the student helpers during the Vietnamese field trip. On top of everything, I’d like to show my appreciation to the University of Westminster, the organizer of the trip – Dr Farhang Morady, and all the students who have participated. I was so lucky to have the...
My understanding of Vietnam was limited to what I have been taught about the Vietnam War in secondary school; however, having met some Vietnamese people whilst living in London, my interest in the country has peaked. I know whereabouts Vietnam is on the map and its neighbouring countries, such as Laos and Cambodia, as well...
“Why Vietnam?” My family and many friends asked me this question when I chose the module “Learning in an International Environment”, which was about Vietnam. My family was so scared when I left Italy for the field trip to Vietnam because they never knew anything about the country except for the War and that Vietnam...
To finally have had the opportunity to visit Vietnam was incredible! It was one of the best trips I have been on, and I have the most amazing memories from it. Since I studied the Vietnam module and attended two Vietnam virtual field trips, it was so amazing finally to have the opportunity to see...
The recent DEN field trip to Vietnam is easily one of the most unique experiences I have had in my time as a student at Westminster. After over 10 weeks of virtual field trips and having had multiple opportunities to talk to fellow students from Hanoi University, I managed to grasp a greater understanding of...
Going to Vietnam was an experience I will always remember because it was a part of the world I never thought I would explore. Vietnam opened my eyes to a lot of things culturally, socially, politically and educationally. It opened my eyes culturally because I got to see a different culture and way of life,...