Best: Meeting people who have the same interests and tutors that want us to succeed. Discovering what you’re actually good at (and what you enjoy). Moments of independence that made you feel capable and grown. Worst: Stress that hit harder than expected (deadlines, exams, group work) Feeling lost or unsure about your path at times. Balancing everything—social life, studying, wellbeing—never felt easy. This has been supported by the uni listening to feedback and acting on student voices.

This course is taught in person, on campus, 2-3 days a week. It has mainly self-study hours, but tutors are contactable by email during the week. Placement happens once a school year, and we are placed within 90-minute travel from home. This has not been beneficial for me, as I have been placed far away from my home address, and travel takes time and costs money. Unless we have a weekend job, we are unable to earn money during this time as it is full-time, and we get no grants towards travel. However, the university has a hardship fund to apply to, but it is limited and not guaranteed.