Shivam's First Year in Bath, UK
An Indian Student’s POV Trading Delhi’s bustling streets for Bath’s Georgian calm was surreal. I’m Shivam, and here’s how Bath reshaped my first year abroad—academically, socially, and personally. First Impressions: A Calm Unlike Home When I stepped off the train, Bath’s quiet cobbled lanes and green parks caught me off guard. In Delhi, I thrived on traffic horns and crowded markets. In Bath, the silence felt intimidating at first, but soon became my sanctuary for focused study and reflection. Academic Shift: Thinking Critically, Not Memorising Back in India, I was used to learning by heart. At the University of Bath, professors expected me to question and debate. Assignments demanded in-depth research and proper citations. Seminar participation counted as much as exam scores. I learned to speak up, reference every claim, and embrace critical analysis. This shift pushed me to grow as an independent thinker. Finding My Home: Guidance for Student Accommodation in Bath Securing a safe and...