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GO Student Ambassadors, International Placements

Meet the GO Ambassador 2026/27 – Sebastian Fleming-Smith

14 October 2026
Global Opportunities Globetrotters

Global Opportunities Globetrotters

Name: Sebastian Fleming-Smith

School, degree programme and year of study: SHARE, Ancient History, 4th year

Host destination: Hong Kong

 

Your experience abroad

Tell us about your global opportunity—where did you go, and what did you do?
I went and did a study year aboard in Hong Kong at the Hong Kong University. I got to pick a massive range of modules so i had the opportunity to study stuff i would never get to in Cardiff, I got to travel around Asia with a great group of friends, as well as ending it with an internship.

 


What surprised you the most about your host country/programme/time abroad?
The difference in uni culture over in Hong Kong/Asia.

What is the one thing you miss about your time abroad?
Just being in the city itself, i love exploring Hong Kong with friends and then also having the ease of travel and good weather around Asia.

 

A bit about you!

What’s something you’re passionate about outside of your studies?
Being outside exploring, so I love walking/hiking, I love writing as well as designing.

What’s your favourite place on campus/in Cardiff?
Bute Park

If you could live anywhere in the world for a year (a dream destination), where would it be—and why?
New York, after working in Hong Kong and London, I want to next experience New York. The culture, work ethic and vibe that it seems to portray is something i would love the chance to get to experience that.

What’s a fun fact most people don’t know about you?
I made a board game when i was 11… Shaperise…

Reflections and Advice

Describe your global experience in three words
Eye-opening, hard, fun

What advice would you give to students considering a global opportunity?
Make sure you give it a chance, it will be the best year of your life if you give it a proper go. Step outside your comfort zone!