Kei Murakami

I am from Chiba, Japan, and came to New Zealand about three years ago after graduation from high school in Japan and spent two years in a New Zealand secondary school.

I originally planned to study for BCA in Accounting after graduating from school, but I did not get enough credits for direct entry to a university, so I spent a year in the Foundation Studies Programme so I could qualify for entry to the degree.

That was not an easy decision for me though I am not regretting my choice.

The classes in the Foundation Studies Programme are reasonabyl easy for me and I have been able to join a local rugby club. The social clubs like sports or cultural clubs are the best way to improve your English and blend into the New Zealand culture.

After I finish this course, I am planning to study some other languages and creative writing to be able to translate literary works, such as novels and picture books