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Last week, we were delighted to welcome back former SRC Bede Sixth Form student Priya, who delivered a talk to our students, offering valuable advice about her experience at university.
Priya, who’s from Norton and attended SRC Bede in 2011 said: “I’m a small town girl with big dreams, you’ve got to put yourself out there to achieve. I believe it’s important to stay true to this area as there’s lots of opportunities to channel that ambition. Mine has been through higher education, which has been both fun and valuable.”
With two degrees already under her belt from Teesside University, BSc Psychology & Counselling and MSc Health Psychology, Priya hopes to further her educational achievements, by studying a PhD in Health Psychology. Her ultimate career goal remains within the educational sector, as she hopes to become a lecturer in Health Psychology, whilst completing practical research in the community.
Speaking about her experience at SRC Bede, Priya said she was “nervous and shy at first” and advised students to start by choosing a study programme that combines what they enjoy, with what is practical to achieve their goals.
Priya, who was diagnosed with dyslexia whilst at university, said: “I struggled through GCSEs and A-Levels, but I fell in love with academia and studying. It proves that no matter what, if you work hard, you can get there.” She completed her studies of A Level Sociology, English Language, Health & Social Care and Religion, Philosophy & Ethics with good grades.
Her advice for students is to: “Manage your expectations, if university is what you want to pursue, research your options now. Look at degrees and also what’s to come after. Avoid disappointment by starting on a course that’s different to what you expected. Talk to your tutors and careers advisor, there’s a whole spectrum of courses, so you’ve got to be able to do some digging about what those courses have to offer.”
She highlighted how getting out there and seeing what universities have to offer is key, adding: “When I was applying to university, I had no idea what I was doing at first, so get as much help as you can. Network, go to open days with friends and look at the subjects on offer.”
She ended her presentation by offering some words of inspiration for our students, saying: “Embrace studying, student life isn’t meant to be easy, but it’ll be the best years of your life.”
If you are thinking about studying at Teesside University like Priya, their Passport Scheme is designed to help you with the transition from college to university. It can help you to think about your research and next steps, by attending taster sessions and open days. Find out more here: https://www.tees.ac.uk/sections/passport/about.cfm
Priya, who’s from Norton and attended SRC Bede in 2011 said: “I’m a small town girl with big dreams, you’ve got to put yourself out there to achieve. I believe it’s important to stay true to this area as there’s lots of opportunities to channel that ambition. Mine has been through higher education, which has been both fun and valuable.”
With two degrees already under her belt from Teesside University, BSc Psychology & Counselling and MSc Health Psychology, Priya hopes to further her educational achievements, by studying a PhD in Health Psychology. Her ultimate career goal remains within the educational sector, as she hopes to become a lecturer in Health Psychology, whilst completing practical research in the community.
Speaking about her experience at SRC Bede, Priya said she was “nervous and shy at first” and advised students to start by choosing a study programme that combines what they enjoy, with what is practical to achieve their goals.
Priya, who was diagnosed with dyslexia whilst at university, said: “I struggled through GCSEs and A-Levels, but I fell in love with academia and studying. It proves that no matter what, if you work hard, you can get there.” She completed her studies of A Level Sociology, English Language, Health & Social Care and Religion, Philosophy & Ethics with good grades.
Her advice for students is to: “Manage your expectations, if university is what you want to pursue, research your options now. Look at degrees and also what’s to come after. Avoid disappointment by starting on a course that’s different to what you expected. Talk to your tutors and careers advisor, there’s a whole spectrum of courses, so you’ve got to be able to do some digging about what those courses have to offer.”
She highlighted how getting out there and seeing what universities have to offer is key, adding: “When I was applying to university, I had no idea what I was doing at first, so get as much help as you can. Network, go to open days with friends and look at the subjects on offer.”
She ended her presentation by offering some words of inspiration for our students, saying: “Embrace studying, student life isn’t meant to be easy, but it’ll be the best years of your life.”
If you are thinking about studying at Teesside University like Priya, their Passport Scheme is designed to help you with the transition from college to university. It can help you to think about your research and next steps, by attending taster sessions and open days. Find out more here: https://www.tees.ac.uk/sections/passport/about.cfm
