Physiotherapy - BSc (Hons)

Bristol, UWE

The best aspect of my university experience has been studying Physiotherapy in a new country and environment. Moving from South Africa has exposed me to different healthcare systems, cultural perspectives, and approaches to patient care. This has broadened my understanding of global health and strengthened my adaptability. I have particularly valued the practical components of my course, where I can apply theory to real-life clinical scenarios and see the impact physiotherapy can have on improving quality of life. Being part of a diverse academic community has also helped me grow in confidence and cultural awareness. The most challenging aspect has been adjusting to the academic demands while managing personal responsibilities and time effectively. Transitioning to a new country meant adapting not only to a different educational system but also building a support network from scratch. At times, balancing coursework, placements, and personal commitments felt overwhelming. However, these challenges have pushed me to develop stronger time management skills, resilience, and self-discipline. I have learned to plan proactively, seek support when needed, and maintain balance to protect my wellbeing. Overall, these experiences have strengthened my independence and determination. They have shaped me into a more adaptable and globally aware individual, qualities that I believe are essential in healthcare and in contributing positively to a university community.

The best thing about my uni experience has definitely been the teaching staff – they’re genuinely nice, approachable, and really care about helping you understand the material. The facilities are also well maintained; the lecture theatres, libraries, and labs are always clean, modern, and properly equipped, which makes studying a lot more enjoyable. Overall it’s created a really positive environment to learn in.

Meeting friends is one of the best experinces in uni, there's no bank support for students in glenside and for new students who may not have bus pass that would be troblesome. Hence the university should provide bank support for glenside campus students as well.

My experience at UWE has been really positive overall. UWE is a great place to study because of its supportive learning environment and modern facilities. The teaching staff are genuinely approachable and always willing to help, especially during practicals and assessments, which has made a big difference in my confidence and learning. The campus is well organised with excellent study spaces, a well equipped library, and strong digital learning resources, as well as being surrounded by such a diverse group of students. My course feels well organised and relevant to real life settings, which motivates me. sometimes wellbeing support can be difficult to access during busy periods. Overall, UWE feels like a welcoming, career-focused university that I am genuinely adapting to.

I enjoy all the opportunities available for students. What I don't like about UWE is how they mainly focus on the Frenchay campus; it feels like the students on Glenside are completely neglected. At that point, there are no facilities at Glenside, not even a workout gym or sports gym.