Sean Lim Xue Han

For 17 years of my life I lived in Singapore, a multi-racial country that has more or less the same population as New Zealand, and yet has an area that is slightly smaller than Lake Taupo. My decision to study in the University of Waikato has enabled me to immerse myself in Kiwi culture, as well as benefit from the full range of facilities, from the efficient library to the lustrous green fields.

The environment here is calm and serene; just conducive for studying. In addition, Foundation Studies has given me the valuable experience of interacting with people from other cultural backgrounds. It has certainly widened my perspective on life, and in the whole process, I have acquired self-confidence in all the things I do.

The best thing about Foundation Studies is the passion of the teachers. They are always there and all so helpful, whenever you need them, as well as being encouraging in all your endeavours.
 
My advice to new students is “Ask and you will receive; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened for you". Whenever you are in doubt, ask a teacher or ask a friend. If you need help, ASK. If you need tips for the exams, ASK. If you want answers, SEEK it. If you need to find a teacher, KNOCK on the door…If it is closed, EMAIL them.
 
I have not regretted my decision to study here. It is certainly one of the milestones in my life.