What was it about the course that encouraged you to move from Geography for postgraduate study?
During my studies in Geography I became fascinated by both health and law so the opportunity to combine the both, a feature not present in other UK masters courses, was ideal. Additionally, given the broad range of topic areas covered in contemporary Geography undergraduate degrees I wanted to narrow down my skills and become more specialised before embarking on a career.
How have you found the course - was it what you expected?
My expectations in terms of the quality of teaching and the interesting nature of the topics have certainly been met. The range of areas covered has been beyond what I have expected with some elements of health I have never considered before, making it particularly interesting. The number of contact hours and opportunities to interact with professors has also gone beyond my expectations and has made the experience more personable.
What have you enjoyed most about the course?
The diverse range of backgrounds the cohort come from results in really interesting discussions. The ability to explore topics from a range of perspectives and gaining knowledge, from not only the tutors but also other students, is enlightening.
What have you found most challenging about the course?
Time management can be challenging in terms of balancing readings and assignments with extra-curricular activities and socialising. However, with careful planning I have found it possible to enjoy Bristol and the lively community here as well as continue with my passion for fitness, alongside my studies.
As a legal masters, learning to use legal terms and think from a legal perspective is challenging without a background in law. Having said this, the department provide many opportunities to gain confidence in this area, including the option to attend Academic Language and Literacy sessions, in addition to attending some first-year lectures to gain a foundational understanding of the legal system.
Has there been a particular subject area that you have been most inspired by in terms your future career?
While there has been no one subject I have been particularly drawn to, the cross-over and interaction between the subjects has been enthralling. I take an open unit in human rights and believe the ability to take open units is beneficial in terms of applying human rights concepts to the health context. Overriding concepts such as health justice highlight the interrelated nature of the course which I believe provides a depth of knowledge that will be well applied in my future career.
Why did you choose Bristol in the first place?
I partly chose Bristol due to the reputation of the University for its teaching. Additionally, as a city Bristol has much to offer in terms of culture and entertainment and is a great place to live.
Why did you decide to remain in Bristol for post graduate study?
I loved being part of the Bristol university community for the 3 years of my undergraduate study and feel Bristol has become a second home to me so it was a natural decision to stay. The diverse options for post-graduate study meant there was a course that fitted my interests perfectly without needing to move to another city.