…by Clarissa / from Indonesia / studies Nursing / 2nd Year of PhD I am a proud single mum of a 9-year-old daughter and presently doing my PhD. My decision to continue higher education was not considered lightly. It was a very serious decision for me, and it took me months of self-contemplation and consultation with … More Living Between Parenting and a PhD…
…by Paul / from Perth, Scotland / studies MSc Literature and Modernity / 2nd year (PG) “I swear you look a year younger every time I see you!” said Nathan*, as I approached him. “University life must be agreeing with you. Whatever you’re doing, keep doing it.” Nathan is a friend I have made during … More Nathan…
…by Hollie / from Australia / studying Digital Education / 2nd year MSc Doing my MSc has been amazing for my career. I realise that’s a fairly bold statement, especially for someone like me who already has 12 years sunk in instructional design and nearly 10 years in the Australian Vocational Education sector. However, I … More How my online MSc has helped my career…
…by Vanessa / from Scotland / studying Carbon Management / 2nd year MSc It was with cautious steps that I finally decided to apply for the Masters I had wanted to do since completing my undergraduate degree, an alarming 17 years ago. I have been working full time since then and although I’ve completed lots … More My online student experience…
…by Stephen / from the USA / studying Philosophy, Science and Religion / 2nd Year (Online PG) Online education affords students important advantages, such as not having to attend classes at a set time, allowing students to fit their studies around their work and family commitments, and meeting interesting colleagues from around the globe. Nonetheless, … More Making the Most of your Online Postgraduate Programme…
…by Paul / from Perth, Scotland / studies MSc Literature and Modernity / 2nd year (PG) You might see me in or around campus – coming out of 50 George Square or the Main Library, eating in the DHT Café or the Dome, browsing at Blackwell’s Bookshop or amongst the vintage clothing racks at Armstrong’s … More Out of my Ivory Tower and onto campus…
…by Louise / from Glasgow / studying Divinity / 2nd Year My 6 year old son Ryan thought it was hilarious that his mummy was going to school, both of us packed our bag with pencil cases and snacks and we set off. Going back into full time education at 40 with 2 children was … More Going back into full time education…
