Student Interview: Khairul
Khairul came from Malaysia to study accounting and finance at London Metropolitan University, and she is honest about the fact that arriving somewhere new was not instantly easy. Five months on, she told us how a self described introvert built a circle of friends, and what she would say to anyone nervous about making the same move.
“It’s great to be able to live with your friends and make use of the common room.”
At a glance
Home country: Malaysia
Studying: BA Accounting and Finance
University: London Metropolitan University
Time at Beaumont when we spoke: around 5 months
The interview
What are you studying?
I’m studying a BA in Accounting and Finance at London Metropolitan University. I’ve been living at Beaumont House for around 5 months now.
What’s your favourite thing to do in London when you have some spare time?
I like to get outside into the fresh air and take a walk. There are lots of lovely open spaces near to Beaumont House that I like to visit.
The open spaces Khairul walks in are one of the area’s quiet perks. Our West London guide points you to the best of them.
Did you find it difficult settling into a new house in a new country?
I did find it a little difficult at first, but as time goes by it becomes much easier to make new friends. I’m quite an introverted person, but all my housemates are really friendly and I’ve made a few good friends now.
What’s your favourite thing about Beaumont House?
My favourite thing is having the space to gather with friends to have fun. It’s great to be able to live with your friends and make use of the common room.
What advice do you have for a student moving to London?
Never be afraid of starting a new life in a different country away from your family. It might be scary at first, but it’s really fun and a great adventure. I would also say to get outside and get used to your surroundings so that you can start to feel at home right away.
From the team
Khairul’s story is the one to read if the move feels daunting, because she says plainly that it was a little difficult at first and got easier with time. Her advice carries more weight for it: do not be afraid of starting a new life away from your family, and get outside early so the city starts feeling like home.
This conversation, like all our student interviews, is with a real Beaumont House resident, and her answers are published in her own words. We ask the questions, our students say what they think. And if you live at Beaumont House and want to share your story, let us know and we’ll put the kettle on.
