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Gemma

Southampton Solent University

BA (Hons) Sports Journalism

Hello I'm Gemma and I am in my first year at Southampton Solent University studying BA (Hons) Sports Journalism.  

In the future I would love to be working in the press box for my favourite teams and the fact that I can get paid for it excites me so much! 

My start to uni life has been a bit different than normal as I came with a broken knee but have settled in very well and met some of the best people :) 

I would love to share my experience with any new starters and give some advice to help with your journey!!

Joel

Southampton Solent University

BA (Hons) Education

Hi, I’m Joel and I am in my second-year on the BA (Hons) Education course. I aspire to be a secondary school teacher in the future, teaching the next generation! I previously was on the BA (Hons) Sports Journalism course before moving to education. I love football, supporting Watford FC, and F1, and race and drift on games in my spare time. If you have any questions, feel free to ask. 

Kitty

Southampton Solent University

BSc (Hons) Accountancy and Finance

Hi, I'm Kitty, a first-year BSc (Hons) Accountancy and Finance here at Southampton Solent University. I currently work with the university as a student ambassador as well as being a course representative. As a disabled student, I have my struggles, but the university is amazing at helping in any way they can. Please feel free to ask any questions about the course, life at university, life as a disabled student or anything else.

Maddi

Southampton Solent University

BA (Hons) Criminology

Hi! My name is Maddi and I’m currently in my first-year studying BA (Hons) Criminology. After graduating, I aspire to complete a Masters degree in the same subject! I am part of the Solent Equestrian Society, we meet every Wednesday and ride. In my spare time I enjoy PC gaming, reading and journaling. I’m also a massive fan of Harry Potter and Stranger Things! Feel free to send me a message if you have any questions, I’ll be more than happy to answer! :) 

Safia

Southampton Solent University

BA (Hons) Social Work

Hello I'm Safia! I am currently in my second year and I study BA (Hons) Social Work. After I graduate, my goal is to become a social worker. As a mother, I have gained valuable experience in caregiving which I believe will be beneficial in my future profession. Additionally, I have volunteered at schools and various groups to further enhance my skills and knowledge in this field. I am looking forward to pursuing my passion and making a positive impact on the lives of others.

Spencer

Southampton Solent University

BA (Hons) Television Production

Hi, I'm Spencer, a second-year BA (Hons) Television Production student. My favourite module so far is Studio Production and for this reason, when I graduate, I would like to work in live television. When I'm not studying, I'm busy working backstage at the local theatre as a technician on all of the big shows that come through on tour. In my spare time, I attend swim training with the CSSC Masters to keep up my exercise.
Feel free to send me a message with any questions you may have - I'm happy to help!

Yasmin

Southampton Solent University

BSc (Hons) Psychology

Hello I'm Yaz, a second-year BSc (Hons) Psychology student! I'm an aspiring clinical psychologist passionate about mental health and helping others as a result of struggling with my own mental health issues. I'm from Cornwall with a springer spaniel. Back in January, I raised money for Mind, and now volunteer at Solent Mind. 

Fatemah

University of Northampton

Bsc Occupational Therapy

Jambo/Hello! my name is Fatemah, an aspiring occupational therapist from Mombasa, Kenya. I am in my second year of university and eager to see where this path takes me. Whether its pursuing my passions or serving as a part time ambassador, i am fully committed to embracing new experiences and opportunities. I look forward to connecting with you all :)

Jacqui

University of Northampton

Bsc Psychology

I am 50 years of age, originally from Glasgow in Scotland and left school in 1989, with 8 O' Grades (GCSE’s) and 5 Higher (A Levels). Desperate for a new adventure and to start working and earning, I applied for a job in Television Production in London. 
I successfully worked for an independent company in Soho, initially as a Production Runner, progressing finally to Production Manager. I returned to Glasgow for a year, to work for BBC Scotland as Production Manager, before taking time out to travel in 1999. 
I travelled throughout Southeast Asia, Australia, New Zealand, and America for 2 years.
On return, I moved to Brighton, East Sussex where I worked for American Express, a lifestyle magazine called Venus, and as a volunteer for the Brighton Unemployed Family project, between 2001 and 2012.
Brighton is where I met my husband and went on to have two children, a girl, and a boy. Ava who is now 15 years old and Lochlan who is 13.

8 years ago, my Husbands job transferred to their other site near Leamington, bringing the family to the midlands. We now live in the village of Weedon, a half-hour drive, west of Northampton. 
Since living in Weedon I have completed 7 years working in primary education. I began working in Special Needs as a 1:1 and in my 5th year at Weedon Primary, I completed an HLTA course through Northampton University, qualifying me to teach years 1 to 6 in primary school.
I have trained in Autism, Attachment Disorder, Dyslexia, Speech, and language among others.  I ran nurture groups and introduced a kinaesthetic approach to a lot of my teaching, after researching its efficacy in primary schools.
During my school career, I have been fascinated by how children learn. Some by doing, others by seeing. I have come to love the continual questions from children and the challenge and adventure of not always knowing the answers.
Throughout my working life, I have loved interacting with people, obsessing over human behaviour and how the mind works and influences decisions. My favourite literature often tackles aspects of psychology and I find it an extremely exciting and alluring subject.
Throughout the lockdown period, it became apparent that I was not fully satisfied with my career and felt I was ready to learn and take on a new challenge. 
My initial thought was to go into Educational Psychology but with more investigation, I decided it was time to move away from education and start something new. My next thought was counselling, which I am still very much keen on exploring and could see a possible future career. As a volunteer in Brighton Unemployed Centre Family Project, I assisted low-income families and homeless people, realising my ability to listen sensitively and offer solace.
Completing a course for the British College of Journalism a few years ago, I gained skills in reporting and analysing as well as fuelling my curiosity in psychology. I wrote articles on social, biological, and cognitive psychology. From a piece on music and memory to another on psychology in pain management. 
Having completed a year of the single honours psychology course I now feel the career direction I want to go into is counselling psychology. I have recently secured a part-time job locally with the group of Northampton psychiatric hospitals (NHFT) and ideally, would love to complete my master's within the NHS but if not I will probably stay at the University of Northampton to complete my master's in counselling.

Nadeline

University of Northampton

Bsc Accounting & Finance

Hi! My name is Nadeline and I’m from Indonesia. Aside from being an Accounting & Finance student, I love to dance and have been a part of the UON Dance Team since last year. I also enjoy taking a walk in the outdoors, going to museums, and shopping! I look forward to helping new students as a Unibuddy Ambassador, so feel free to ask me anything!