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Experiencing life, learning and new friendships in Bath
Trang Ta from Vietnam talks about her MSc in Business Analytics, how she gained real-world experience and what she learned from a diverse group of coursemates.
"The people I’ve met at Bath are and will always be one of the highlights of my experience here."
Choosing an MSc in Business Analytics at the School of Management
I learned about the University of Bath during my second year of undergraduate studies. But it wasn’t until I attended a scholarship fair in Vietnam and spoke to the Postgraduate Taught Student Recruitment Manager that I decided to apply. His insights about the MSc in Business Analytics and the University’s scholarships inspired me. Fortunately, I was awarded a £20,000 scholarship to study at the University of Bath.
As someone interested in both business and data, the course perfectly combines these two areas. What excited me most was the chance to gain hands-on experience through industry partners and learn directly from a specialist with IBM working experience. The opportunity to dive into real-world settings drew me to this course, as it aligns with my goal to turn data into impactful business solutions.
My favourite part of my experience
The best thing about my experience is the people I’ve met. Our Director of Studies is incredibly supportive and an excellent professor, always encouraging us to push ourselves. I also had the chance to meet some amazing friends. We are all from different countries and backgrounds, but surprisingly we have so many things in common. The people I’ve met at Bath are and will always be one of the highlights of my experience here.
As I came straight to my master's from my undergraduate degree, being able to work with and learn from people with years of experience is such a great privilege. Their ideas, perspectives and insights don’t just help me improve my technical skills, but also broaden my mindset about business analytics.
In our first week, we had the Big Team Challenge, where I was assigned to a group with people from many different countries. Our mission was to find a solution for an aerospace company, which was a challenging task. However, since we came from various backgrounds, we generated many different ideas. This really helped me appreciate the value of diverse perspectives in problem-solving.
The challenges of living in the UK climate
The weather in the UK was the aspect I needed the most time to get used to. In Vietnam, the weather is usually quite hot, so I’ve never experienced the cold temperatures of Bath before. Sometimes, the temperature drops to below 0°C but I'm always warm and comfortable inside the School of Management and my accommodation.
My advice to international students coming to the UK is that umbrellas, warm clothing and waterproof shoes should be at the top of your supplies list. Pack just enough everyday clothing, as you can easily find waterproof jackets and shoes here. Many stores offer student discounts or seasonal sales, so you don’t need to worry about bringing everything from home.
Living in the city of Bath
I really love the pace of life and the environment here. Bath is a small city, so everything feels more relaxed and easier to navigate. I can literally walk everywhere. Buses are available, but I prefer walking and enjoying the beautiful architecture along the way. The people in Bath are friendly and welcoming.
My advice for students from Vietnam
If you're considering the University of Bath and especially the MSc in Business Analytics, please go for it. The academic experience, extracurricular activities and industrial opportunities won’t let you down. All staff offer a supportive learning environment with great resources to help you with assessments.
Bath is a very beautiful city. I really enjoy the peaceful atmosphere in my neighbourhood, which makes it a great place to relax after a busy day of studying.
"Interacting with students from different cultural backgrounds has been a great experience for me, and it really helps me appreciate the value of diverse perspectives in problem-solving."
Trang Ta MSc in Business Analytics
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