University of Tasmania, Australia

Age:

20.

Course:

Bachelor of Education (Specialisations), Newnham campus, Launceston.

What two secondary areas are you specialising in?

Outdoor Education and Health & Physical Education

What senior secondary school did you attend?

Hobart College.

Did you study any other post-secondary study before coming to uni?

No

Why did you decide to apply for the Bachelor of Education (Specialisations)?

I had originally applied for a government job, but due to the economic times in Tasmania the department ceased employment, so I had a gap year where I worked in a few outdoor areas and did a few trips with a school.  This type of work inspired me to enrol in Education. 

What is your favourite unit?

My favourite unit has been Introduction to Human Biology.  I have found it really engaging and interesting because there is so much subject matter, and I feel like I am really learning something.

What have been the highlights and challenges?

I haven't had too many challenges so far, however I have found it difficult sometimes comprehending exactly what tutors are asking of me, particularly in larger assignments.

Advice for future students?

Make the most of the help being offered to you and utilise your tutors - they answer most queries when you're unsure of something - and keep up-to-date in all your units, it's easy to get behind!

Where you would like to see yourself in 5 years time? 

I will have (hopefully) graduated and will be teaching Outdoor Education in the south of the Tasmania.

Any other comments?

Make sure you've got good,warm and comfortable accommodation if you are having to move away from home to study.