Ilam Apartments Resident Profiles

Studying towards Bachelor of Commerce and a Bachelor of Laws

‘It’s only a five minute walk to UC. I can get up ten minutes before class and be there in eight! You also get to meet many people from different countries.’

Sarah Whitty
Sydney, Australia
Studying towards a Bachelor of Engineering with Honours in Civil Engineering

‘I wanted to be close to the University but still have the independence of living in a flat where I can do my own cooking. Ilam Apartments are great for that, and for meeting new people.’

Joel Ashworth
Studying towards a Bachelor of Engineering

'There has always been a community feel on campus, which is one of the best things about Canterbury.'

Martin Mueller
Offenbach, Germany
Studying towards a Certificate of Proficiency Engineering (Postgraduate)

'I enjoy living here – there is always something to do, lots of sports and socialising.'

Gem Crawford
Studying towards a Masters in Hazard and Disaster Management

'I was told the Hall was a good place to live for postgraduates, and the self-catering appealed to me far more than the catered options. I also really enjoy that there is always something going on and someone to talk to in the Hall.'

Elise Kroll
Studying towards a Bachelor of Mathematics

'As an international student I wanted to meet as many students as I could, and Ilam Apartments seemed like the perfect place to interact with other students while allowing me to live more independently.'

Tendai Marerwa
Studying towards a Bachelor of Science and a Bachelor of Commerce

'I chose to live in a hall of residence because I'm addicted to the student lifestyle! And I'm really enjoying Ilam Apartments because of the diverse mix of peoples and cultures.'

Brady Thompson
Studying towards a Bachelor of Science

'I really enjoy the freedom I have at Ilam Apartments and the ease of meeting new people.'