Daniel Brown

Why did you originally apply to do your chosen course at Birmingham?

I initially applied to do Aerospace Engineering at Birmingham because of the amazing facilities and opportunities offered here. Being able to utilise a large variety of resources such as the wind tunnel and the flight simulation devices to aid my learning and understanding, was really exciting and made me want to apply for Birmingham.

What do you think are the best points of your course?

The best points of the course are definitely the many practicals which are offered. Not only do they help develop good relationships with your course mates but also they cover a multitude of modules and skills, allowing you to become a well-rounded aerospace engineer. My favourite practical was using the flight simulator equipment.

What’s the best thing about studying at the University of Birmingham?

The best thing about studying at Birmingham is the study spaces and the beauty of the campus. I love how each building on campus has its own identity and looks different, especially the Teaching and Learning Building and the new Engineering Building. Additionally, the societies on offer allow for a range of activities and trips and to form connections with students from different academic years. For example, the Aerospace society, AeroSoc, hosts events for anyone to attend.

What’s the highlight of your time at the University?

My highlight was the Birmingham Project. Not only did it feel like job, but it allowed me to take risks and push myself out my comfort zone to develop skills such as public speaking and critical thinking, which has gone on to be vital for my course. It is an amazing opportunity at the end of first year, where students get to answer real world problems asked by respect organisations and businesses.

What advice would you give to students thinking about studying on the course?

My best advice is to always try every opportunity available and build relationships with your course mates, tutor and lecturers. A lot of students assume they are competing with each other for high grades, but this is not the case and developing good friendships with course mates is very good for achieving good results and prepares you for different group projects and practicals on the course.

Is there anything extra students thinking about studying on the course should know?

The course is very challenging but also rewarding. Whilst you will need to put in the work to succeed there is so much support available to help you.