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Even though Wale Ajana had researched student life in the UK, he still wasn’t sure what to expect when he left Nigeria to come to the University of Bedfordshire two years ago. Now in the final year of his accounting degree, he is part of the welcome team that greets and helps new students to settle into university life.
Before coming to England, Wale visited the University’s representatives who were very helpful. They offered him invaluable support during his decision-making process.
He said: “The agents in Nigeria gave me a lot of information about the different universities
in the UK and the courses they offer. After making my choice, they put me in touch at the
University of Bedfordshire who gave me further details about my course and the entry
requirements.”
Wale didn’t waste time getting involved in the Students’ Union and joined the Nigerian Student Society in his first year. The society organises themed events at the Students’ Union including campaigns to raise awareness about Nigerian culture and its national dishes.
Wale was impressed with the support available at the University which he feels is very important when you are not studying in your native country.
He said: “Staff were very supportive when I applied to study at the University. They helped me to fill in my application form and my scholarship application. When I arrived I was met at the airport by current students and shown to my accommodation.
“The Personal Development Planning (PDP) subject area is really beneficial as it prepares you for life after university, by helping with interview skills and preparing CVs.”
After his studies Wale would like to work in taxation, ideally working his way up through a smaller accountancy firm before progressing to a large multinational, and eventually setting up his own consultancy.
Accounting has always been a subject which he has enjoyed. At school he wanted to work in a bank, and was always good at maths – he won an award for best accounting student at his school.
As part of his degree, Wale has gained a Licence International Financial Analyst (LIFA) which is a professional qualification. This allows him to act as a financial analyst and manage individuals and organisations’ account portfolios.
Wale is putting his LIFA qualification to good use and is auditing the books at his local church, RCCG Victory Centre in Luton.
To find out more about studying for a BA (Hons) Accounting at the University of Bedfordshire call 0800 389 66 33 or visit www.beds.ac.uk.
