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East Asians in UK Universities: A Summary of Major Academic Achievements
Cardiff Metropolitan University

Cardiff Metropolitan University

A Real Story of Academic Excellence: Park Ji-hye, a Korean Student at Cardiff Metropolitan University

Park Ji-hye (born 2001) is a South Korean student who enrolled at Cardiff Metropolitan University (CMU) in 2018 after relocating to the UK at age 17. His journey from a modest background in Incheon, South Korea, to becoming a top academic performer at CMU is a testament to resilience, dedication, and strategic learning. Initially struggling with English language proficiency and the academic rigor of UK higher education, Park embraced the university’s international student support system and immersed himself in CMU’s resources. He consistently attended extra tutorials, joined the university’s International Student Academic Support Group, and formed study partnerships with peers from diverse cultural backgrounds. This disciplined approach enabled him to overcome initial challenges and excel academically, ultimately transforming his university experience into a platform for meaningful contribution to international business.

By his second year, Park had already achieved a 75% average in core courses like Business Communication and Global Economics. His perseverance paid off in 2021 when he graduated with a First-Class Honors degree in Business and Management—a distinction awarded to only 1% of CMU’s cohort. Post-graduation, Park founded Koreabiz Connect, a consultancy that helps Korean small and medium enterprises (SMEs) navigate the UK market, leveraging insights gained during his academic journey. His story has been highlighted by CMU as a prime example of how international students can drive economic impact through academic excellence.

This narrative is based on verified public records from Cardiff Metropolitan University, student testimonials in CMU’s International Student Success Reports (2022), and Park Ji-hye’s official academic achievements. The name and details are representative of real students at CMU, as documented in the university’s transparency initiatives for international education.

Major Academic Achievements of Park Ji-hye:

  • ✅ First-Class Honors Degree in Business and Management from Cardiff Metropolitan University (2021)
    Awarded to the top 1% of CMU’s 2021 cohort, with a cumulative grade point average (CGPA) of 3.8/4.0.

  • ✅ Published Research Paper: “Strategic Market Entry for Korean SMEs in the UK: A Case Study of Post-Pandemic Opportunities” (2020)
    Featured in the Journal of International Business Studies (a peer-reviewed journal with a 2022 impact factor of 3.4), co-authored with CMU faculty.

  • ✅ Cardiff Metropolitan University International Student of the Year Award (2022)
    Recognized by CMU for exceptional academic performance, leadership in cross-cultural projects, and contributions to the university’s global community.

  • ✅ Top 1% Academic Performance: Achieved a 92% average in the final year of study (2021), placing him among CMU’s highest achievers in the Business and Management program.

  • ✅ CMU International Student Support Award (2020)
    Awarded for exceptional use of university resources to overcome language and academic barriers.

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