In this Cantonese episode, we sit down with Athena, a jewellery designer who transitioned from a theory-based education and full-time job in Hong Kong to a practice-driven Master’s program in the UK at Birmingham City University (BCU).

Athena shares:

• Why she left a stable career to study abroad
• The biggest contrasts between Hong Kong’s and the UK’s education styles
• How BCU fosters creativity through studio access, competitions and real-world exposure
• Her experience representing her class and influencing the graduation exhibition
• Meeting world-class artists at the Munich Jewellery Fair and how it shaped her artistic direction
• How she transformed recycled aluminium cans into a statement jewellery collection inspired by Birmingham’s street waste

This episode is more than just about jewellery—it’s about rethinking creativity, finding your voice through international education, and embracing cultural diversity.

In this episode of Uoffer Global Podcast Frontiers, we chat with Ayush Gurung, currently an undergraduate Media and Communications student at Swansea University. Ayush shares how his two-year gap working at a top Nepali newspaper inspired his decision to study abroad and how he’s turning practical experience into student leadership roles on campus. Discover insider tips on thriving in UK student life, building a standout CV through campus participation and securing part-time work as an international student.

Perfect for anyone looking to make the most of their study abroad journey!

Our guest, Riddhi Dhanuka, began her studies in Mumbai through a Transnational Education programme with the University of Wolverhampton where she obtained bachelor degree, before moving to Edinburgh to complete an MSc in Marketing at the University of Edinburgh. She’s now navigating the UK job market herself.

In this episode, Riddhi will share:

1. The real benefits of earning a British bachelor’s degree at home through TNE,

2. How teaching styles and campus life differed between Mumbai and Edinburgh,

3. Which career‑support services made the biggest impact—and where gaps still remain.