I am completing my exchange studies in the Bachelor’s Degree Programme in Media and Arts. My courses have focused on practical, project-based learning, including media production, teamwork, and creative problem-solving. Compared to Finland, the teaching style feels more discussion-oriented, with strong emphasis on presentations, collaboration, and applying theory directly into practice. I have especially enjoyed working on group projects with students from different cultural backgrounds. In my free time, I have explored the local culture, cafés, and city life in the UK. I have enjoyed walking around different neighbourhoods, going to gigs, and spending time with other students. Social life feels very open and conversational, and it has been easy to meet new people through university activities and everyday encounters. One clear difference between studying in the UK and Finland is communication style. In the UK, students are encouraged to speak up, share opinions, and network actively, whereas in Finland the atmosphere is often more reserved and independent. However, both systems value responsibility and self-directed learning. Experiencing both has helped me understand my own working style better and become more confident in international academic environments.
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