An interview with...
Alireza Zareekbatani, PhD Education (TESOL) by distance learning 2010
Besides my intrinsic motivations to study a PhD in TESOL, a major reason I choose Exeter was my visit to the University for the 42nd IATEFL Conference. I was thrilled to hear that the University was The Times Higher University of the Year 2007/8 and among the top-ranking universities. Meeting such leading international scholars in an environment conducive to learning intensified my enthusiasm.
The University possesses a precious asset in its team of leading international scholars and staff members who really care and spare no effort. This was clearly reflected every step of the way from the processing of my application by the friendly and patient staff, to the expert guidance on module lectures and my assignments by the leading authorities on education.
As a distance learning student, I have benefited greatly from my professors and tutors’ highly informative lectures among other helpful materials available through The Hive; the Graduate School of Education’s social network with an educational focus. Besides providing a channel to receive constructive feedback from online tutors, The Hive also permits very useful online discussions with other off- and on-campus classmates though postings. Easy access to invaluable journal articles through the electronic library is another outstanding feature.
To sum up, if you are determined to bring a positive refreshing change in your academic and professional state of affairs, in a way that suits your life wherever you are, I would strongly recommend the a PhD by distance learning with the University of Exeter.
