So I’m torn. I’m been offered places to study biomedical sciences at both Imperial College London and the University of Bath this fall. My family and I have made plans on what my situation is would be if I decide to attend either.
If I go to Bath, I will be getting a year of paid work placement. I will also be living in a catered en-suite room on campus, surrounded by the beautiful city. It’s a really good option.
If I go to Imperial, I will have to live at home in greater London for my first year at least, since London is expensive and more dangerous overall. I will have an account set up to pay for Ubers to the campus.
However, I have done a shadowing at Imperial set up by my doctor, and I have a friend there who is a current first year taking the same course. Essentially, I have connections that could help with getting placements. And I know this shouldn’t be a defining factor, but Imperial is also more highly ranked, especially for science.
All things considered, what looks like my best bet?