What’s in my bag – Student Midwife style
Whenever I am going to lecture or placement, these are the things I have in my bag. I do not have absolutely everything, but these are the basics and what I consider to be essential! […]
Year: 2015
The joys of placement
So, I am going to try not to make this a ranting post, but I thought I would share with you all the real joys of being a course that is 50% theory 50% practice. […]
Book Suggestions
I used to read a lot of books before university but then I soon struggled to find the time to read in peace. However I have recently got back into it and I have a few […]
Journalism at Staffordshire University
Having come to Staffordshire University through clearing, I can now honestly say that I’m so glad I did. I study an NCTJ accredited BA (Hons) Journalism degree, which is three years long. Although Staffs wasn’t […]
Trentham Gardens and the Monkey Forest!
When it comes to attractions one thing always comes to mind when anyone mentions Stoke: Alton Towers. Another attraction that doesn’t get nearly as much credit at it deserves is the Monkey Forest in Trentham […]
Changing degree courses
Picking a degree to study is a decision we have all made at least once, however I personally have made this decision two times and some of my friends have made this decision even three times. Before I […]
Living in Halls
I can remember living in halls last year like it was yesterday! Flat parties and all our housemates going out together for a birthday meal. The thing I disliked most about halls was my bedroom, […]
How to Survive an All Nighter
Exams are coming up which means more frequent trips to the library and all nighters in order to get assignments and revision done. I personally do not have any exams, only assignments but I do […]
Accommodation
For those of you currently living in halls you will probably be looking for somewhere new to live for next year right now or may even have secured yourself a house already. Renting a shared […]
Health and Fitness
Something that I struggled with a lot in my first year was cooking myself healthy meals, and exercising regularly. I play hockey, but I’m a goalkeeper and if I’m honest I should have bothered to […]