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Student Profile: Ana Bilbao

I chose Warwick because if its ranking in Mathematics, and I wanted a university with a campus, not in a big city.

Discover Ana's journey at Warwick and what led them to apply for the Bachelors in Mathematics and Business Studies, studying with us from 2017-2021.

 
Did you consider applying anywhere else? What made you choose Warwick?

I considered studying in Spain or in France. My brother is coming to Warwick next year. I chose Warwick because if its ranking in Mathematics, and I wanted a university with a campus, not in a big city.

How did you find the application process?

I applied through UCAS on my own. I did not have any major difficulty.

How was your arrival?

Arrival was very nice. My first impression is that there were much more international (European) students than what I expected.

What is the best thing about studying at Warwick?

The friends I made and that you meet always new interesting people.

Have you joined any clubs or societies?

I was a member of the rowing team last year, I trained and did some competitions (like BUCS) This year I am on the swimming team I train with them and sometimes go to socials. I am an exec of Spanish society.

Have you managed to travel at all during your studies?

Yes. I went a few times to London and Nottingham to visit friends studying there. I travelled also with my flatmates to Dublin and with other friend to Paris and Menorca.

What do you hope to do when you graduate?

I hope to start working in London.

What makes you happiest about being a student at Warwick?

Friends and social life.

What advice would you give to someone considering applying to Warwick?

Make friends!

Ana's course:

Mathematics enhances your ability to think clearly, learn new ideas quickly, manipulate precise and intricate concepts, follow complex reasoning, construct logical arguments and expose dubious ones. The demand for mathematical statisticians has expanded so rapidly in recent years that both within and outside the academic world there is a severe shortage of well-qualified people.

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