Pass or Fail

Am I a Bangor Uni Student yet? 29 Ways To Tell: read here. 

And/or take a browse at this one.

Let's just dive right in...here are my thoughts on my classes (so far):

Ethics: Religious Perspectives

• If this didn't count for a core class back at home, I would not be taking it.
• I don't consider myself religious, but I told myself "broaden your horizons, learn about other religions, blah blah blah." 
• Welp, I'm not learning about different religions - just the same thing in different countries/time periods/what am I even learning?
• Did I mention I'm required to read the bible? (Nothing against those who do enjoy that, but, no thanks, not for me.)
• My grades are made up of one 50% essay and one 50% exam (my only exam for all my courses, hallelujah).
• My essay is on ethics in the Ten Commandments (and let's just say, I win all the procrastination awards when it comes to actually doing said paper). 
• The only semi interesting thing about this class (and it's not that interesting) is that half of the students are Welsh, whereas my media classes are more diverse.

Cultural Economy of the Media

• This class isn't the worst.
• However, two 2,000 word essays as the sum of my entire grade, is.
• My first essay was about 600 words short (still passed though, so high five for me).
• The second essay is due two days after we get back from Scotland...so, if I'm going to get it anywhere near 2,000 words, I should probably do that before Easter Break. 
• Other thoughts: I like my teacher's accent and I'm glad he doesn't know my name so he can't call on me. 

Global News Agenda 

• More like my agenda is to not be in this class.
• Learning about the Middle East and censorship and all that jazz could be fun, if I was interested in any of those things.
• Same as above - two 2,000 word essays. So unfortunate. What kind of grading system is this?
• Final thoughts: why did I register for this?

Study Abroad: Why?

I think everyone studies abroad for different reasons - some solely want to travel/escape, others want to meet new people, or I suppose there are people who want to learn in another country. 

Well, as bad as it might come across that my main reason isn't academics.

For me, studying abroad has and will always be about seeing the world, growing and becoming a better, more independent person. Experiences first, academics second. 

Maybe it would be different if I was taking more production based media courses, rather than journalism courses (because I actually would love to study British Cinema), but I could care less about these modules.

At the end of the day, all I need to do is pass (which fingers crossed I should be able to do - awkward times ahead if I don't). 

PS: I'm not a fan of 2,000 word papers (or papers in general).
PPS: Today marks the two month anniversary of departing the States and embarking on the best journey ever.
PPPS: Scotland and Ireland are all booked for Easter Break - separate blog post coming soon.