Even though the campus has everything you can ever need as a student, places like Leamington, Coventry and Kenilworth are very close by. Discover Eli's journey at Warwick and what led them to apply for BA History and Politics.

How did you find out about Warwick?

I already knew Warwick was a well-known university. However, talking to some family friends (one alumnus and one current student) encouraged me to learn more about the university.

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

It was financially impossible for me to attend any other university with the same stature as Warwick. Furthermore, the history department’s works on the Eastern Mediterranean was something that really intrigued me.

How did you feel to be awarded a scholarship?

It was amazing. I screamed and scared my parents.

Who was the first person you told when you received the news about your scholarship and how did they react?

My father rushed to my room after hearing me scream. When I told him that I received a full scholarship, he thought I was joking.

How did you apply and did anyone help you with your application form and visa application?

As a dual British-Turkish citizen, I did not need to apply for a visa. For my scholarship application, however, my father helped me. I had already applied to several other universities and scholarships, so I knew what to write in the form.

What was your first impression of Warwick when you first walked around campus?

I was really impressed. I remember being fascinated by the size of the campus as well as how green it was.

What is the best thing about Warwick?

I like that even though the campus has everything you can ever need as a student, places like Leamington, Coventry and Kenilworth are very close by.

What is the worst thing?

Transportation is costly. Using the bus more than two or three times a week can be a financial drain.

How is your accommodation?

My accommodation is on campus. It is one of the cheaper accommodations, but I am really happy with it. We have a good mix of people, and therefore you can find people to work hard with and party hard with.

Are you a member of any societies? If so, what have you done with them?

I am a member of a few societies. I have been to pub crawls, casual meetups, and film screenings.

What are your plans when you graduate?

My main aim is to become an academic and later pursue some side interests. These include going into museology, journalism and documentary production.

What would you say to someone considering applying for an Undergraduate Global Excellence scholarship at Warwick, what would it be?

I think taking part in a variety of extracurricular activities as well as having good grades is vital. A good CV demonstrates that you can organise your time well and spend your free time productively.

What one thing makes you happy about Warwick?

Since it is a huge campus and university, it is easy to find like-minded people and activities that interest you. It is up to you to decide how you spend your free time, and you can definitely find something to do.