University of Hertfordshire. Roohi Mehra, I attended a grammar School for girls and during my time there, I realised that Science was one of my strengths. I identified a degree that interested me, the MPharm, which also had good graduate prospects. This was important, as I entered Higher Education at a time when tuition…>
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Research Fellow, Centre for Research in Primary and Community Care (CRIPACC);
School of Health and Social Work. Dr Faith Ikioda “You Have to be determined if you are to make something happen. You need to take responsibility and learn. Knowledge is power.” I was good at Science at school and ended up completing a BSc in Geography in Nigeria. However, I graduated feeling very disillusioned. It…>
Senior Lecturer in Pharmacology, School of Life and Medical Sciences, University of Hertfordshire
Dr Louise MacKenzie, Senior Lecturer in Pharmacology (School of Life and Medical Sciences, University of Hertfordshire). From postdoc to Senior Lecturer “Every time I would get to the last few months of my contract I would think ‘Oh no, what am I going to do next?’ “ I had never classified myself strictly as…>
What Jobs Could I Do In Life Sciences?
Looking to work in life sciences? Here’s a handy summary of the different jobs you will find in the life science sector: Biomedical Scientist Biotechnologist Biochemist Computational Biologist Microbiologist Clinical Research Associate Industrial Pharmacist Research Assistant Bioinformatician Job descriptions Biomedical Scientist Biomedical scientists examine medical samples, for example, of blood and tissue, helping doctors to…>
Professional Doctorate: Doctorate in Education
Some Professional Doctorate, such as the EngD, come with a clear career path and/or a proven track record of improved career prospects. For others, such as the Doctorate in Education (EdD), experiences, expectations and outcomes are very individual. This article profiles two educators who attained an EdD, their motivations, and what it has done for…>
Top 10 Tips For Adapting To The Culture In China
1 – Leave your preconceptions at home Don’t let what you see and hear about China and its people in the news influence your judgment. China is rich in history and culture, but it is still a developing country. A lot of progress has been made in many respects, but there is still a…>
Canadian English Teacher at Guangdong University of Foreign Studies
Shaune Peebles is a Canadian English teacher (and world traveller), with over 10 years’ experience across Asia and Europe. Shaune discovered his teaching vocation in Guangzhou, where he worked for more than two years at Guangdong University of Foreign Studies (GDUFS) and at the Wall Street Institute (among others), before moving to Italy with his wife in 2009.
PhD Candidate in Medicinal Chemistry – Cardiff University
Iuni Trist is in the latter stages of her PhD in medicinal chemistry at Cardiff University. Iuni’s route to a PhD began in Italy and her reflections may help those reading this who may be considering coming to the UK to undertake their research. Iuni Trist, PhD Candidate in Medicinal Chemistry What was your educational…>
