Louise-Oceane Delion ñޓ BSc (Hons) Marine Biology and Coastal Ecology
With a passion for the ocean and the coast, ñ is where Louise-Oceane was destined to study
So, why ñ?
ñޜMy first journey to ñ was when I came for an open day. I flew from Bordeaux to London and
got a train from London Paddington to ñ .
The ñ had so much to offer in terms of
university life and seemed the best place to study
BSc (Hons) Marine Biology and Coastal Ecology , something I couldnñޙt study back in France.
There is so much to do at the University, with all the , , and all your course mates that you will never feel alone.ñޝ
ñޜYou will meet many people doing the same things as you. The lecturers are great, the facilities are amazing and the waterfront is the icing on the cake.ñޝ
Life-changing
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Being international , you really feel like you are contributing to something new, bringing new ways of thinking, speaking and studying while making university life more interesting and richer for everyone.
It is really interesting to meet so many people with a different culture and to share experiences and knowledge.
ñޜYes, it is challenging and it can be hard sometimes. But this will be the best decision of your life.ñޝ
This is going to give you much more than a degree, it will give you new friends, a new cultural experience and so much more.ñޝ
Louise-Oceane's typical weekend in ñ
ñޜO Friday night I pop to the for a free-swimming session for students.
On Saturday morning I go to to do Ashtanga Yoga or take the ferry to do the Mount Edgcumbe park run.
In the afternoon I relax at one of the coffee shops with some tea and cake.
During Saturday evening I walk along the
Barbican , up to The Hoe and watch the sun setting behind Mount Edgcumbe, with a beer and a barbecue in summer months.
On Sunday I either go for breakfast at , or for a Sunday roast or head to Royal William Yardñޙs for lunch.
On Sunday night I usually cook dinner with my friends and watch one of
Sir David Attenborough ñޙs documentaries (and depending on the period, Iñޙll try to squeeze in some hours of work in
the library ).ñޝ
ñޜThe way people eat ñޓ the time and also what they eat ñޓ is completely different. The food culture is quite diverse, but itñޙs always interesting.ñޝ
Louise-Oceane's favourite places to eat
B-Bar for the best Pad Thai and live music
Jacka Bakery for a nice Pain au Chocolat, croissant or toast for breakfast
The
University Market for the best falafel wrap and the best brownies
Himalayan Spice on the Barbican for the best Indian food
Prime Café and Good Coffee Headquarters for tea and nice cakes
The Royal William Yard food market for everything there is to eat
Aroma Pizza for woodfire pizzas from an independent shop
The Gipsy Moth on the Hoe for the best veggie Sunday roast.
ñޜThere are some stunning places. My favourite beaches around ñ are Wembury, Bigbury and Whitsand Bay.ñޝ
ñޜGoing for an early morning swim on The Hoe with friends when no one is there and the sun is shining (and the water freezing) is one of my best memories.ñޝ
Louise-Oceane's top tips
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Open a bank account as soon as you arrive
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6Donñޙt feel you need to do what other students do to ñޘfit inñޙ. Do what you like and you will meet people like you
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Explore the city, explore the country
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6Talk to your coursemates, you will be spending the next few years with them so the sooner you get to know them, the better
Study marine and coastal ecosystems in a global context
In this hands-on degree, one of the best in the UK and with an international reputation, youñޙll tackle big questions, such as why are coral reefs so diverse, how do we best manage and conserve marine life, and how will climate change impact biodiversity? Fieldwork will be a key component of your studies, using the excellent marine and coastal habitats on ññޙs doorstep, as well as on residential courses in France and South Africa.