Clare Stevenson
Course Title: BSc (Hons) Forensic Science
Year of Graduation: 2021
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What were you doing before coming to Wrexham University?
Before I enrolled at the University I worked at a garden centre and ran my own small business producing and selling specialist house plant compost.
What attracted you to Wrexham University?
A friend who had recently graduated from Wrexham Uni and they talked me into applying after I’d posted something on facebook about wishing I wasn’t too old to retrain as a Forensic Ecologist. She assured me I wasn’t and that Wrexham uni was the place for me so I applied, got accepted and started my studies all within the space of a few months! I’m so glad I did!
What was the support like?
The support system is vast and it is so important to find out what extra help is available to you. Whether you need assistance with IT, assignment writing, or researching there is always someone available on the resources team to help. There is also a great Inclusion Team and University Counsellors who are on site and dedicated to helping you adjust to life as a student. Your personal tutor will be able to advise you about all the help and support available to you.
How do you think you have benefited from studying at Wrexham University?
I have benefitted hugely from studying at University. My academic achievements have far surpassed anything I thought myself capable of and I have learned so much in the short time I have been here. Not only that but I have made lifelong friends who have been a tremendous support from the very start of my course.
Would you recommend undertaking a course with Wrexham University, and why?
Yes, do it, it will change your life! There are also lots of short courses available if you want to study other subjects alongside your degree. These can be anything from Confident Numeracy to Climate Change, I would highly recommend seeing what else is available.
How did studying at Wrexham University help you?
I have benefitted hugely from studying at University. My academic achievements have far surpassed anything I thought myself capable of and I have learned so much in the short time I have been here. Not only that but I have made lifelong friends who have been a tremendous support from the very start of my course.
Best. Decision. Ever.
If you’re thinking about going to University but aren’t sure if you can then take this as a sign that if I can do it, you can do it too. I would encourage anyone who has been out of the education system for a while to do a foundation year. It is invaluable in teaching you what is expected from you at University as well as furnishing you with all knowledge you need about the resources available to you.
Clare Stevenson