University Student Handbook - From China to the UK (eBook)

Get ready to be successful and thrive at UK university - personally, socially, academically and professionally!

Discover how to have an enriching university experience that prepares you for a successful career.

This essential resource is for students from China preparing to go to or already at UK universities. 

When you chose your UK university, what were your expectations?

Getting your degree.

Experiencing British culture and meeting different people.

Enhancing your prospects of getting a job or building a business.

But why do so many students suffer academic disappointment, endure feelings of isolation, or fail to prepare for their careers?

The challenges you may face when you get to the UK can influence your overall well-being and capability to thrive in the new environment. This in turn can impact your personal growth and ability to prepare for your career. Thus, being aware of and prepared for the expected and unexpected will enable you to navigate through to make the most of all the opportunities open to you.

This book is based on experiences of hundreds of students from China studying at UK universities, research with careers experts at UK universities, and what employers in the UK and China look for.

Taking a culturally sensitive approach, this easy-to-read book reveals common situations students may face.  It's packed with practical tips and valuable advice to help you exceed your expectations.

Use this book if you want to thrive and get a head start in your career!  

About the author

Suzanna Tan is an experienced and accredited Executive Coach (Association for Coaching) with an MA in Career Development and Coaching Studies (University of Warwick). 

She began her 25 year career in financial services in Asia, before settling back in the UK to work with a FTSE 100 company for over two decades.  She is an experienced leader with diverse senior management experience across stockbroking, accountancy and retail banking, and a decade of executive coaching experience working with middle/senior managers and career coaching university students. 

This book was born out of her passion for helping students from China.

To find out more visit:

www.coachingst.com

www.linkedin.com/in/suzanna-tan

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Discover how to have an enriching university experience that prepares you for a successful careerThis essential resource is for students from China preparing to go to or already at UK universities. When you chose your UK university, what were your expectations?- Getting your degree- Experiencing British culture and meeting different people- Enhancing your prospects of getting a job or building a businesBut why do so many students suffer academic disappointment, endure feelings of isolation, or fail to prepare for their careers?The challenges you may face when you get to the UK can influence your overall well-being and capability to thrive in the new environment. This in turn can impact your personal growth and ability to prepare for your career. Thus, being aware of and prepared for the expected and unexpected will enable you to navigate through to make the most of all the opportunities open to you. This book is based on experiences of hundreds of students from China studying at UK universities, research with careers experts at UK universities, and what employers in the UK and China look for. Taking a culturally sensitive approach, this easy-to-read book reveals common situations students may face. It's packed with practical tips and valuable advice to help you exceed your expectations. Use this book if you want to thrive and get a head start in your career!