Meet our Student Enrolment Advisers
Our Student Enrolment Advisers are here to help, whether you want advice on which course to choose, or need more information about the International Study Centre. They will support you with your application and with the visa process right up until you arrive at the University. . If you prefer to be contacted by telephone, request it on the enquiry form. To make it as easy as possible for you, our Advisers speak a variety of languages, and understand several more, as well as English. Meet the team behind the telephones and emails!
- Christina speaks Mandarin, Shanghainese and Sichuanese
- Linda speaks Cantonese and Mandarin
- Unchulee speaks Thai and English
- Kamel speaks Arabic and French
- John speaks English, Yoruba and some French
- Alison speaks English, Mandarin and Cantonese
- Olga speaks Russian and English
- Linh speaks Vietnamese, Russian and English
Christina Yang
Christina speaks Mandarin, Shanghainese, Sichuanese, as well as English. Contact her here.
"Hello, my name is Christina and I come from China. I can speak English, Mandarin, Shanghainese and Sichuanese.
Before I joined Study Group, I worked as a consultant in an overseas consulting company for over five years. So I got a lot of experience in this field, and I know the real needs for the students and their parents. Study aboard is hard but exciting for a student, I will try my best to help to you and hope you will enjoy your study in the future."
Linda Rankine
Linda speaks Cantonese and Mandarin as well as English. Contact her here.
"Hello! My name is Linda and I come from China. I became an English teacher in China after my undergraduate study, and then joined an international company. I felt the desire to travel and decided to do my second degree at a UK university. This international experience has made a positive impact on both my personal and professional life. I have been through the whole process of studying abroad, and I'd like to offer the best possible service to help you achieve your goal of studying abroad. I am very pleased to now be counselling students who are interested in studying at the University of Surrey. I understand it is a big decision to make, but I am sure my knowledge and experience will help you make the right decision. I speak fluent English, Mandarin and Cantonese. Please feel free to contact me with any queries. I look forward to hearing from you and I will do my best to help."
Unchulee Pungya
Unchulee speaks Thai and English. Contact her here.
"Hello, my name is Unchulee and I come from Thailand which is also known as, ‘the Land of Smiles'. Before I joined the International Study Centre, I worked in a variety of administration positions in International Schools here in Bangkok and was most recently involved in student counselling.
I think it is imperative that a student advisor not only has good communication skills, but also has an empathy and understanding of the challenges, opportunities and concerns that confront you as an international student. After I graduated from university here in Bangkok, I also was an international student studying in London from 2004 – 2008 and this experience has convinced me of the importance of building a positive relationship with students based on attentive and personal service.
I am a keen traveler and have visited the UK, Europe, several countries in SE Asia and Australia. I enjoy meeting people from all over the world and I look forward to assisting you with your education dreams."
Kamel Koufi
Kamel speaks Arabic, French and English. Contact him here.
Hello! My name is Kamel Koufi and I’m from Algeria. I have recently moved to the beautiful city of Brighton after living for a few years in London. In addition to my university studies in languages and project management, I’ve previously worked in various roles involving training and education. This helped me acquire a strong knowledge about UK universities and colleges and understand the needs of international students.
I also speak fluently Arabic, English and French. I am also tempted to say I speak a little bit of Spanish but not enough (un poco!) I have travelled a lot and visited many countries and made so many friends. I know most of Middle Eastern and North African countries (Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Oman, Lebanon, Algeria, Morocco, Tunisia, Egypt…).
Please feel free to get in touch with me and have a chat about your future studies. I will be more than happy to listen to you and give you the best advice possible for your studies. So, do get in touch!
John Amund
John speaks English, Yoruba and some French. Contact him here.
"Hello! My name is John and I'm from Lagos, Nigeria.
Over the past few years I have worked as a Country Representative in Nigeria for a UK University. Apart from helping students, I also made lots of friends from far and wide and I think this makes my job fun and unique.
I am a graduate of Geography and I enjoy travelling. I've had the opportunity to visit a number of cities within Nigeria and other countries like Togo, Ghana and the UK. I speak English and Yoruba fluently. Though I got a credit in my ‘O’ Level French, I'm a bit rusty now but I still understand the basics.
Born to a University Professor and a School Teacher, I value strongly the importance of good education. I thus understand the needs of all my students.
With my knowledge and experience, I hope to offer you the best possible service.
Cheers!"
Alison Chen
Alison speaks English, Mandarin and Cantonese. Contact her here.
"Hello, my name is Alison and I’m from China. I can speak English, Mandarin and Cantonese.
I’ve been working in the overseas education field for nearly three years before joining Study Group in 2011. Therefore, with the close contact I have had with students studying in the UK over the years I can understand the confusion, anxiety and the demands they can face when pursuing their studies away from home. With my experience I can offer you the support you will need with regards to your studies in the UK.
Though it can be a challenge to go abroad for your studies it is also very exciting. You’ll see and experience many new things, many of which may be different from what you are used to in your home country. I’m certain you will take this study abroad experience and treasure it for the rest of your life.
Please do not hesitate to contact me for any questions you may have - I’m always ready to help and will provide you with best advise possible!"
Olga Chukova
Olga speaks Russian and English. Contact her here.
"Hello! My name is Olga and I come from the heart and capital of Russia - Moscow. I speak Russian and English fluently.
I graduated from Moscow University with a Diploma in Public Relations which made me realize how interested I am in meeting new people. Needless to say it also helped me improve my communication skills and expand my knowledge in lots of areas. I am very fond of traveling - for me it is learning about different countries so I would call it my way of self-education!
After I graduated I started working in the education industry which has allowed me to learn about other cultures and people. This has also allowed me to develop comprehensive knowledge of the UK and the study options available there. I will therefore be able to counsel you about all the benefits of studying there. Personally I fell in love with England at first sight and I'm sure you’ll feel the same. I will introduce you to the UK with a great pleasure; I will find lots of ways to get you interested in its culture and language!
Living abroad is a great opportunity for students to discover other lifestyles and to communicate with lots of people from everywhere and to find your way in the modern world. I will be happy to assist you with your future studies, so please do not hesitate to get in touch."
Linh Nguyen
Linh speaks Vietnamese, Russian and English. Contact her here.
"Hello, I am Hong Linh from Viet Nam, I speak both Russian and English, and ofcourse Vietnamese!
I have several years’ working experience with different leading education groups and I greatly enjoy counselling and supporting Vietnamese students and their parents.
As decisions about education are very important I strive to help students and their parents find the very best options according to their needs and requirements. I am very happy to be a bridge for Vietnamese students to achieve their dreams of an overseas education!"
