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The Forward College programme has prepared me very well for my future in diplomacy and political communication. Living with a group of students from all around the world in three European capitals has definitely improved my communication skills and strengthened my adaptability. Receiving offers from universities, such as King’s College London and IE University, and finally being accepted onto my Master’s programme of choice, Political Communication at LSE, is a testament to the effectiveness of Forward College’s guidance and educational approach.

After my high school experience at United World College and having completed one year at a Canadian university, I came to Forward College because of its small-classroom and discussion-focused approach. Compared to my previous university, the teaching fellows at Forward are able to provide me with more individual support, feedback, and recognition. Additionally, Forward grants me the opportunity to explore and discover three countries—Portugal, France, and Germany—with just one Bachelor’s degree.

I decided to join Forward College for its personalised approach to teaching and the variety of fields of study I could focus on. At Forward, I knew I wouldn’t be treated merely as a number and would be given the opportunity to shape my bachelor’s degree based on my own interests.

I enrolled in the Bachelor’s+ in Data Science & Business Analytics after spending a year on an exchange in Switzerland. I joined Forward to meet people from all over the world and to travel while studying. I recently received an award from LSE and UoL for good performance in the 2023 exams, and it’s nice to see our hard work being recognised. I think it goes to show that combining the right group of people with good preparation really makes a difference.

I decided to leave my previous university and join Forward because I was persuaded by the opportunity to engage with multiple cultures. I am studying in three different cultural settings, surrounded by people with various backgrounds and cultural identities. Forward’s teaching approach and the proximity of the teachers to students also meet my wishes and expectations.

I joined Forward College because of its innovative teaching methods and focus on practical skills. I believe that studying at Forward will not only help me realise my ambitions for travel and learning but also enable me to develop the resilience and emotional intelligence required to undertake the important yet demanding work of my dreams.

Forward provided me with a space where I could safely experiment, make mistakes, and push myself beyond my academic limits. The development of practical skills such as leadership, cultural adaptability, and entrepreneurship, alongside a solid academic foundation, strengthened my application to Sciences Po Paris. I am very excited to start a Master’s in International Security at the School of International Affairs next year. It will open many doors and bring me closer to my desired career in diplomacy.

I joined Forward College because I wanted to push myself within an environment of curious, passionate, and ambitious people from all over the world. The Double Bachelor’s in Politics and International Relations, as well as in Business and Leadership, has equipped me with both theoretical knowledge and autonomous practical skills. This helped me to score an internship in food security with the German Society for International Development Cooperation (GIZ) and at the UN Headquarters in New York within the Peacekeeping Department, which I will start this fall.

Studying at Forward College and living in three different countries has been a very enriching experience. It helped me become more confident in both my academic and social skills, not just through the demanding academic programme but also through the international community. Throughout my bachelor’s program, I developed strong research, critical thinking, and communication skills. I now work in a research role at Charité in Berlin, and this experience has also motivated me to pursue a master’s degree abroad in the future. Being part of such a diverse environment made me feel well prepared for living and working internationally.

Going to Forward was one of the best decisions I could have made for my career. The small class room approach and personalised experience enabled me to be prepared for life after university in the best way possible. I felt very prepared for interviews and was able to land my dream internship at Orbis Investments, one of the best investment management firms in the world. During the internship I did not feel out of place and I was able to demonstrate exceptional decision making and outside of the box thinking – skills that I developed during my time at Forward. I made so many friends, learned so much from everyone and I will cherish the moments I had at Forward for the rest of my life.