My experience at UWS so far has been thoroughly enjoyable. The first few weeks have gone in so quickly; I can’t believe we will be starting week 4 on Monday. I feel privileged to have a place on the BA Honours Education. At first, I was apprehensive about starting as I was unsure of what to expect, and being one of the youngest students (17), I was uncertain of how I would fit in with student life.
Since starting the course, I have learned a great deal about myself and overcame my anxieties. The module Situated Communications has helped myself to come out of my comfort zone especially in the workshops; it has built my confidence considerably. In addition, I felt a little uncomfortable about the Mathematics for Understanding module as I never really liked Maths it was a subject I struggled with at school. But, with lots of challenging work and determination I managed to get a B in Higher Maths. After having a few weeks of Mathematics for Understanding lectures and tutorials, I feel more comfortable with Maths and I feel able to ask any questions if I do not understand a certain concept.
Overall, I feel I have settled in very well to the University of the West of Scotland and have met many wonderful and inspiring people.
