PULSE Current Psychology student Jemimah shares her reasons for choosing Swansea There’s a Dylan Thomas quote where he says, “This sea-town was my world” ...I think that’s what Swansea and the University become when you live here. I loved how Swansea felt as a university and I loved how close it was to my family. I remember going to the open day while I was still doing my A-Levels, and my dad and I agreed it just felt like a second home to me almost immediately. It still does today almost three years later. Psychology sets you up so well for a huge range of possible futures. That’s amazing to me! From the biology of the brain to social aspects of society...psychology covers it all. Studying during the pandemic has definitely been challenging. It has had its advantages and online assessments absolutely suit my learning style better than traditional exams. But keeping motivated and feeling like you’re part of the university experience online was hard. I think Swansea did (and is still doing) a great job at adapting to the change and accommodating for a truly difficult couple years. After I graduate, I’m planning to get some experience and volunteer work within the psychology sector, hopefully involving children and vulnerable adults. Then, after a couple of years, I plan to do my master’s. I would definitely recommend Swansea University to other students. It has an amazing feel as a university. There’s such a pull to love it, and the university itself is great for so many things. My friends and I have big love for this place.
LAURYN DAVEY MBBCh Medicine Student
There’s a reason that everyone and their dog tells you to join a society when you get to Uni...it’s the best way to make friends, learn new things and have fun. We have over 150 societies and clubs to join, from the University Challenge Society, to the Trampolining Society, and even a VegSoc. Whether you’re a top baker, master archer or an ancient studies enthusiast, we have the society for you, including some fantastic medicine and healthcare related ones...
“I chose to study at Swansea to continue my training set up in Wales - it’s a positive environment to be based at and supports both my sporting and academic needs. I represent Wales at an international level in athletics and have been nominated to compete at the 2022 Commonwealth Games. I use off season in winter to prioritise my study, so when competition season arises I am ahead of my work.” SWANSEA UNIVERSITY HAS ACHIEVED TALENTED ATHLETE SCHOLARSHIP SCHEME (TASS) DUAL CAREER ACCREDITATION
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