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My name is Eduardo Foglia-Pearshouse, and I am in my second year of studying BSc Economics with Year-Abroad at the University of East Anglia. I am from Norwich, and knowing the city well has been of great benefit to me in my university life so far.
Why did you choose to study at UEA?
I have been familiar with the UEA from a young age, as both my mum and dad are alumni. For me, studying at UEA was an easy choice: the university possesses a strong community spirit, excellent facilities, picturesque surroundings, and, most importantly, an outstanding Economics department. Furthermore, UEA offers a study abroad scheme, a key motivating factor in my decision to study here; in August 2023, I will travel to the United States to study at a partner university for a whole academic year, before returning to complete my degree in Norwich.
What do you most enjoy about studying economics? Do you have a favourite module, and can you tell us why?
What I enjoy most about Economics is the subject’s relevance to the real world and current events. Economics affects almost everyone, everywhere, at any given time, and it is fascinating to explore topics which are so significant. My favourite module is Macroeconomics. I enjoy looking at the ‘big picture’, and macroeconomics explores how the economy operates on a global and national scale, as well as analysing the theory behind the discipline itself. I hope to study it at an advanced level in my final year when I will be able to develop a deeper understanding of the subject.
How did you make friends, and what do you do for fun?
I consider myself lucky in that I started university alongside two of my best mates from high school (we’re all on the same course!) because the change from secondary school to university can be daunting. However, everyone is in the same boat, and you soon realise that you are interacting with more people in a day than you can count. All staff are caring and student-focused, which creates the perfect environment for learning; lecturers are very friendly and supportive and are aways happy to discuss content or just have a chat.
What do you do for socialising, or any other extra-curricular activities?
There are so many activities and clubs for students to get involved in, from sports teams to cultural societies, where you can form meaningful friendships and be part of a community of like-minded individuals. I am in the athletics club, which hosts training sessions open to all, offers the chance to participate in competitions, and throws weekly parties. Alternatively, the on-campus nightclub is where it’s at; I have made a surprisingly high number of good friends from my regular Saturday escapades.
I would encourage everyone to consider coming to the University of East Anglia. I believe that I have grown academically, professionally, and personally in my time so far at UEA. Not only have I learnt a lot about Economics, and continue to do so, but I have also had great fun, experienced wonderful things, and formed special personal connections which I hope to carry with me into the future.