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By April Baniqued. Published 15 April 2026.

When I was choosing my career path at 18, I was torn between fashion and law, two completely different worlds. I chose fashion for my undergraduate degree and invested years of effort into pursuing it. The industry and career prospects didn’t turn out as I had hoped. I decided to take the path I didn’t choose and see where it leads. I want to anchor my career here and build something more meaningful and sustainable.

I attended several open days and I liked 91ÌÒÉ«’s London Moorgate campus the most. It felt clean, bright and welcoming. The staff were friendly, helpful and I felt comfortable right away. The University also has a strong reputation for practical training in the legal industry, which made me confident in my choice.

My main motivation to study abroad was to broaden my knowledge and opportunities. I enjoy being in a multicultural environment where I can exchange ideas freely and learn from different perspectives. More importantly, studying abroad allows me to express myself authentically without feeling judged. So far, it has been both challenging and rewarding.

Even though I speak English fluently, I was a bit worried that not being a native speaker might affect my studies, especially in law, where language is so crucial. After a few months on the course, I’ve realised that critical thinking matters more than perfect wording. It’s about how you reason and analyse.

Pivoting my career into law is an accomplishment I’m proud of. It means a lot to me because it’s a big step that represents courage and growth. As well as the opportunity to qualify for a professional role and challenge myself intellectually.

I also initially struggled to keep up with the reading load, especially since my background is in fashion and I hadn’t done academic reading for a long time. I’m still working on it but I’ve been improving by staying disciplined. I push myself a little more each week.

I’m grateful for the supportive friends I met at the University. We help each other through the course and motivate one another during stressful weeks.

I’ve also attended some of the Widening Horizons Career Talks. I’ve found them insightful. They introduce different areas of law, including niche ones I hadn’t considered before. I plan to continue using the Employability Service’s support to help me secure a vacation scheme in the near future.

Joining the Student Union as the International Students’ Representative has been the biggest initiative I’ve participated in. Having been in the UK for many years, I wanted to help others who are going through the same journey. I hope to help them feel more supported and connected, creating a stronger sense of community for those who have moved here alone. I also want to ensure their concerns are acknowledged and addressed. This role gives me a chance to represent them and ensure our voices are heard. As an introvert, it wasn’t easy to step up and speak publicly but I strive to make sure their needs are not overlooked. It’s been an empowering experience.

I also plan to discuss ideas with the Student Voice Coordinator soon. Currently, I’ve noticed that some assessment requirements for international students could be better consolidated. My first goal is to gather this information in one place to give everyone more clarity. I also intend to organise employability events. This will help us identify our strengths, address our challenges and prepare for opportunities after the course. I am also happy to share my list of good food in London.

My advice for students is to just go for it instead of overthinking. You’ll never know if something is right for you until you actually do it. Once you commit, you’re already moving forward.

In five years, I hope to be working as a solicitor at an international law firm or in-house for a fashion or creative company. I aspire to combine my legal knowledge and creative background.

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