Ilayda Tuccaroglu BSc Sociology

Hi, I'm Ilayda Tuccaroglu and I am studying BSc Sociology.

Studying here taught me a lot. Lectures taught me independent learning and research. It is safe around here and if I have any problem, my personal academic tutor and all the services in the campus try to help.

Why did you choose to study at Southampton?

Reputation (Russell Group University)

What is it like studying here?

I believe studying here taught me a lot. Lectures taught me independent learning and research. It is safe around here and if I have any problem, my personal academic tutor and all the services in the campus try to help. You can see that there is order in the campus.

How do you rate the study facilities at the University?

It is great that every time I look for an article, I can get access by through University account. This is why I can consider continuing my education in the University of Southampton.

Have you undertaken any work placements, collaborations with industry, internships, studying abroad or volunteering? How have these enhanced your experience?

I have done online internships and some internships back home, in Cyprus. University taught me independent learning, so this skill really helped me to learn things faster and to be more efficient.

What are you most proud of from your time at Southampton so far?

Some modules are difficult in the beginning (feels like I will never understand them). I look at these modules in the end of the semester and see that I worked hard and understand them, this makes me proud.

What do you think you have gained from your studies that you wouldn’t have developed without them?

Meeting the lecturers and listening their opinions. I respect their opinions and experience.

How have the people you have met at Southampton changed your life?

Meeting people with different backgrounds made me more open-minded.

Have you undertaken any extracurricular activities? How have they enhanced your experience?

I was a student representative last year and working for Sociology, Social Policy, and Criminology. Working with other represetatives strengthened my teamwork.

What will you do with your degree/research after you have finished your studies?

Master’s in international development.