The University of Sheffield
Study Abroad

Doryne Tunanukye

Home University: University of St. Thomas, St. Paul, MN
Home University Degree Title: BS Electrical Engineering

Why did you choose Sheffield?

It had a program set up with my home university.

Where did you live?

Taptonville flats

Did you join any societies or clubs at Sheffield?

Yes; walking and salsa clubs

What did you do for fun/ at weekends?

Ice skating, touring, hang out with friends, walking, shopping

Which department(s) did you study in?

Electronics and Electrical Engineering

How does the workload/classes/teaching styles vary to back at home?

The student has to be disciplined enough to go to classes and do home work because there is no one to follow up on you.

Describe Sheffield in a short paragraph

Gives the experience of a large university without overwhelming you with its size.

If you could give advice to a prospective student thinking of choosing Sheffield, what would you say?

Do it! You rediscover yourself and learn more.

Could you give any advice or tips to a student preparing to come to Sheffield or tell them anything you wished you knew in advance.

Make plans to travel because there are so many sites to see.