Parul University - PU Speciality : Communication
programme: Journalism and Mass Communication

l studied at Parul University from 2017- 2020 as an international student all the way from Zimbabwe. The most thing l liked about this university is that it accommodates more than 1200 international students from about 53 different countries all over the world, hence it enriches with global exposure through Bilateral International Exchange Programs. Another thing was that whenever we attended our classes ,they were always been conducted in English language so that everyone could understand even though our lecturers where both male and female Indians. On the other hand, the hostels for international students are decent, safe, and equipped with basic amenities. while the food was a major adjustment at first especially the spices, I eventually grew to enjoy Indian food. the international canteen offers options that are more familiar to foreign students. Campus life is self contained, with access to clinics, hospital, Bank, stores, and transportation, which makes daily life easier. However, the journey wasn’t always smooth. Language barriers, culture shock, and moments of homesickness did show up. Understanding the local accent, adapting to Indian punctuality which is a bit relaxed, and dealing with administrative procedures required patience. But over time, I adapted, and support from faculty, international student coordinators, and friends made things easier.