Flying the Nest: A British Scholar’s Journey of Growth and Discovery at WAS Changzhou
My experience as a British Scholar in China has been life-changing. I have achieved so much in the short time since arriving in this wonderful country, and have enriched my life more than I ever imagined.
Stepping off the plane at Pudong Airport, I was greeted by the muggy heat, a stark contrast from the chilly British weather. But more than the weather, I could feel a sense of adventure and the promise of a new frontier in my life, a feeling that still resonates with me.
If you had told me last year, or even six months ago, that I would be living in a boarding school in Changzhou on an Academic Scholarship, drinking Bubble Milk tea on the weekends and travelling across Chinese provinces on holidays, I probably would have laughed. Even now, I am still amazed at where I am, who I am with, the possibilities and the new and fantastic opportunities that come to life every day I am here.
Every year, the Wycombe Abbey International China Scholarship Programme selects approximately 10 scholars to study at its campuses in WASCZ. These scholars benefit from an international curriculum seamlessly integrated with rich experiences of Chinese culture. They engage in meaningful interactions with local students, fostering cross-cultural understanding and growth. This unique platform allows Chinese and international students to learn from one another, make shared progress, and develop a deeper global perspective.
