Antonia Roti

BSc Business and Management

Antonia, please tell us how and why you chose to study at the Henley Business School?

‘Initially, I was quite anxious about going to university, but I was clear that I wanted to go somewhere with a really good business school. So I did some research and saw that Henley Business School had a very high ranking, and also that the employment rate was very impressive.’

So how has the course been for you so far?

‘The course has been tough, but I have been surprised and pleased that the teaching has been so engaging.

I thought I might just be a number, but especially in my first year, when all the teaching was still face-to-face, my lecturers were always happy to stay behind after class to answer any questions I might have.

I particularly remember my Professor taking time to help me prepare for my essay on HR, and I wouldn’t have expected a Professor to do that.’

What have you particularly enjoyed about your course?

‘As well as the lectures, I’ve really enjoyed university life. The environment is very friendly and supportive, and I like having everything so close by on campus.

I use the library a lot, and it’s good to have a quiet area where I can study alone, but also areas where I can work with other people when we are involved with group projects.’

How have you changed in your time at Henley Business School?

‘I feel like I have developed a lot as a character. I’m much more determined, and I’m much clearer about the direction I want to take. Before coming to Reading, I felt a bit lost, but now I know exactly where I want to go.

At one point, I considered going down the accountancy route, but now my thinking has changed a lot. My plan is to take a Masters degree in Marketing or maybe digital marketing, and I really hope I can do it here.’

And finally, what would you say to anyone thinking about studying on this programme?

‘Be yourself, and don’t be afraid to ask questions – if you do, you’ll get all the support you need.

And attend as much as you can. Not just the lectures, but the extra-curricular activities too. I’ve met lots of people from different cultures and backgrounds just by getting involved with different societies, and a mentoring programme.

Being here has been great fun, but I’ve also learned to deal with things differently. I now believe in myself a lot more.

Coming here was definitely the right choice for me.’