For my elective I went to Auckland, New Zealand. I had always wished to visit New Zealand and wanted to learn more about healthcare for their indigenous Māori population and Pacific Islander populations. I am interested in endocrinology and knew these populations had high rates of diabetes and obesity, so I was interested in how … Continue reading “My elective experience by Rachel Daly, 5th year MBChB”
To firm or not to firm? by Beth
So, you’ve sent off your UCAS applications and the wait begins before you start receiving invitations for interview (if applicable) and offers from the universities you’ve applied to. The decision can seem very daunting to some, or exciting to others as you make the choice about where you’ll be living and studying for the next … Continue reading “To firm or not to firm? by Beth”
Looking after your mental well-being as a student by Beth
Having been a student at Birmingham for 6 years, I am certainly no stranger to the stresses we are put under during our time at university. It can be really difficult when you feel you are not managing to keep on top of everything, and this can be for a number of reasons, whether it … Continue reading “Looking after your mental well-being as a student by Beth”
My Tours diary – Isabella Montagna, Biomedical Science
Sat 22nd It’s the day before I set off for Tours and while packing enough clothes, toiletries and travel adapters for 4 weeks, I’ve been thinking back to when I applied for a summer placement in Tours. I completed the application form without thinking I would ever end up here, but I got through to … Continue reading “My Tours diary – Isabella Montagna, Biomedical Science”
A little bit about me – Mehnoor, 2nd year Nursing
Hi! My name is Mehnoor and I am a second year Nursing Student. To get to know me I thought it would be best if I answer some questions. So, here we go… Why do I want to become a nurse? Well, the simple answer is that one day my mum said to me, “You … Continue reading “A little bit about me – Mehnoor, 2nd year Nursing”
Introducing me – Lucy, 2nd year Adult Nursing
Hi, I’m Lucy a second-year adult student nurse. I’m 32 and came to do nursing after a psychology degree and working in a nursery, so far it’s been the best decision I ever made. I decided to go into nursing because I’ve been a life-long patient. I wanted to give something back and I wanted … Continue reading “Introducing me – Lucy, 2nd year Adult Nursing”
Introducing me – Beth Woodward, 3rd year GEC
Hello! I’m new to joining the student blogging team so here is a bit more about me… I am currently in my 3rd year of studying Graduate Entry Medicine, which means I am technically a 4th year medic. Before getting into Medicine, I studied Biomedical Sciences here at UoB which I loved and did some … Continue reading “Introducing me – Beth Woodward, 3rd year GEC”
Université de tours, France: My Summer Placement Abroad by Hannah Evans
From the start of second year, our head of year and other lecturers drilled it into our heads that having a summer placement in second year was invaluable for our CV. Gaining extra experience, apart from our research project in year 3, would truly give us the edge. I first thought about contacting lecturers to see … Continue reading “Université de tours, France: My Summer Placement Abroad by Hannah Evans”