The Application Process

So I thought I should write something about what I've done so far, to apply for the place at Hiroshima University.

We had to start the process all the way back in January, when we were told which university we were going to and got the application forms. We were allowed to choose whether to go inside or outside Tokyo, and I chose out, because Tokyo famously costs twice as much to live in as anywhere else. I filled in ten or so forms, one of which was a ridiculously detailed medical form, including amusing questions such as "Does the patient show signs of unusual mental behaviour?" and assessments of hearing and speech. "Any problems with hearing or speech?" asked the doctor, almost jokingly.

I also had to have an eye test. I've never had an eye test before, but as it turns out, they're great fun, because my eyesight has always been excellent and I can quite easily read the little letters at the bottom. I was tempted to start reading them in a Scottish accent and confuse her.

The application process was incredibly dull, but there is of course more to come. I still have to obtain a visa, buy plane tickets, get travel insurance and probably some other things I've forgotten. Looking forward to all that, then.