FRESHERS
ANITA, BAYLEIGH AND FORREST,
STARS OF ITV 2’S HIT SHOW
FRESHERS ON THE FIRST
TERM AT UNI
What made you choose to go to
University in Bedfordshire?
Anita: Firstly, I chose it as it’s not too far
from home, and also, because before I
even started the course, my tutor called
me personally to answer any questions
and explain more about the course. I
thought that was a really nice touch and
showed that they care about the students
that enrol.
Bayleigh: I chose Bedfordshire for the
course - Media Performance – I’d love to
be a presenter one day.
Forrest: When I went to the open day,
everything the lecturer said answered
my questions in detail, and the classes
were smaller and more intimate than
other universities I had looked at, which
appealed to me.
What were your main concerns before
going to University?
B: I was apprehensive about making
new friends, living away from home and
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generally coping with student life.
F: My course - if you don’t enjoy it,
you won’t put the effort in. I was also
apprehensive about the lectures being
difficult, knowing I would have to read a
lot of books, but I am enjoying it.
What advice would you give to someone
who’s thinking of going to Uni?
F: 100% do it - but don’t just come if you
think it’s going to be laugh and one big
social party. Whilst that’s a part of it, work
needs to come first; otherwise you’re
wasting your time and money.
How are you managing to juggle work
and the social aspects of Uni life?
A: I’m lucky as I only have lectures two
days a week. I go on the student nights
that won’t affect my lectures the next
day and then also put two days aside for
reading – it’s working well!
What have been the best bits about
moving away from home?