By Stephanie Augustin STUDYING IN


GLOUCESTERSHIRE?


The county of Gloucestershire is only a two-hour bus ride from London and even closer to cities such as Birmingham and Bristol, but many international students remain unaware of it.


On April 17, the University of Gloucestershire’s Student Services team was shortlisted for the prestigious Times Higher Education awards – highlighting the institution’s successful efforts to reach out to students who may be looking to pursue a UK education away from the hustle and bustle of the common study destinations.


Situated smack in the middle of the rolling Cotswold Hills, many tourists descend yearly on Gloucestershire to visit model villages and towns such as Bourton-on-the-Water, Stroud, and Cheltenham. But unknown to many, the birthplace of author JK Rowling


and actor Simon Pegg is also known for its strong emphasis on agriculture and sports – so much so that the university’s Gloucestershire All Golds rugby league team plays in the professional league.


Moreover, the university’s semi-urban location has not affected student performance in the workplace, as 6 months after completing their degree, over 90% of graduates are in employment or doing further study. Study International spoke to two University of Gloucestershire staff: Jane Gordon who recruits international students, and Rachel Wilson who supports existing foreign


students in the 10,000-strong cohort – about the institution’s growing outreach efforts.


1. What is your position,


and what does it entail? Jane Gordon: I’m a Regional Manager at the University of Gloucestershire, responsible for recruiting students from South East Asia (predominantly Malaysia, Vietnam and Indonesia). Rachel Wilson: I’m a part-time International Student Adviser, providing international students with free and confidential advice on visa extensions, travelling to Europe, healthcare, inviting family members


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