Student Profiles

Effrosyni-Ioli Tzatzimaki

Name: Effrosyni-Ioli Tzatzimaki

Course: Childhood studies

I am from: Athens, Greece 

What is it like in Aberystwyth? Aberystwyth is a small and safe place, where you can go out for a drink, go to the cinema, have fun, and most important make friends from all over the world.

Describe what it is like coming to Aberystwyth from your country, how is it different and what do you enjoy? There is a big difference but in Aber you learn to be independent and free of parents. And moreover, you can meet different cultures and have a great studying experience

How do you fund your studies? Personally, for the tuition fees I have taken the EU loan, which basically they have the responsibility to pay my fees and I will repay them, with my money from my job in the future. My housing fees comes from my parents and my pocket money from my part-time job.

Why would you recommend Aberystwyth to other Greek students? It is a very good opportunity for you to combine studies and entertainment.

What is the best thing about your course? The excellent support that you get from your tutors and the extra learning opportunities at the school of Education and lifelong learning.

Why did you study your course? I chose this course because I would like to understand children’s development, child psychology so that I can work with children.

Why did you choose Aberystwyth University? Because it is in a beautiful location by the sea!

What are you planning to do in the future? Establish my own nursery school!