1.3 Getting to know you

Hi my name is Aalam, and I'm going to start a BSc in Psychology. I'm from East Sussex and I decided to study psychology because I've always been intrigued by what drives human behaviour and I want to explore that more. 

Hello! My name is Lottie and i am very excited to start studying BSc Psychology with a professional placement I am from Warwickshire and i chose to study psychology because there isn't just one topic of the subject that doesn't fascinate me, and i cant wait to learn more!

Hi! I'm Martha and I'm from Bath. I'm studying BSc Psychology!! I chose to study Psychology because of the unending opportunities it gave me to learn about the mind. I find every aspect of Psychology incredibly fascinating and I'm pleased to be studying something I enjoy.

Hi, I'm Abram, currently living in Wiltshire, but soon to move back to my home county (Devon) and move into Exeter. I'm an executive director for a Social Care Company, and plan to use this part-time Psychology MSc (Conversion) to advance my knowledge of the lived conditions experienced by the individuals that we support. Primarily at the moment we are supporting individuals living with Autism Spectrum Condition, learning disabilities, mental health support needs, and challenging behaviours. I am looking to follow the MSc with a PHD, and I will be using my studies as a foothold to establish a new branch of the business in Exeter over the next few years. There will be jobs available! 🙂

Hi I'm Izzy from Guildford and I'm doing BSc Psychology! I chose to study psychology because I find the complexities of human behaviour super interesting and would love to understand it better.

Hi, my name is Sophia and I can't wait to study MSci Applied Psychology (clinical) this year! I am from Kent and decided to study Psychology because I want to learn about how can we better understand and help those who might be suffering from mental illness. 

Hi! My name is Cobie and I'm from Solihull, Birmingham about to start my BSc Psychology degree I chose this course because I love understanding the developmental mind and the nature/nurture debate. Im excited to learn more + meet everyone

Hi I'm Kristyna and I am about to start the msci 4 year psychology course. I studied psychology at a level and just fell in love with it in particular understanding attachments!

Hi my name is Mya, I’m doing BSc psychology and I’m from Guernsey. I chose psychology because I did it at a level and loved it! 

Hiya everyone ! I’m Ivan, and I’ll be doing a BSc in Psychology with a Professional Placement. I live in West London but am originally from Ukraine. I’m genuinely interested in all aspects of psychology and aim to become a Clinical Psychologist in the future. To make this intro less boring though I’ll add that I’m particularly interested in exploring trauma and its effects on thoughts and behaviours, the intricacies of social graces, and how power and prejudice can lead to distress and create a ripple effect. Looking forward to meeting you all soon !!

Hi Everyone! I am Abby and I am studying BSc Psychology with a year in placement. I currently live just south of the city of Bath. I thoroughly enjoyed Psychology at A-level and want to understand more about the topic as I feel very passionate about it. I look forward to meeting you all shortly

Hi, I'm Lucy and I am going to be studying BSc Psychology. I am from a little village called East Worlington about an hour from Exeter so will be commuting in each day. I find learning about human behaviour very interesting and am looking forward to learning more.

Hi I am Angie from Bracknell, Berkshire. I am gonna study BSc psychology and I decided to study psychology because I can understand human behaviour and improve my critical thinking skills.

Hi, my name is Izzy and I'm from Preston. I will be studying BSc Psychology. I chose to study psychology as I am intrigued to learn more about what drives human behaviour and understand more of our brain.

Hey I'm Ilgaz and I'm from Turkey. I will be studying BSc Psychology. I wanted to study Psychology as I am very interested in certain disorders such as Dissociative Identity Disorder and Schizophrenia. 

Hi, I’m Ava from Surrey and I’m studying Bsc Psychology. I chose to study psychology because of the insights it offers into human behaviour and i’m most excited for studying forensics!

Hi my name is Emily, I am from just outside London in Buckinghamshire, and I am studying BSc Psychology and I am excited to study Psychology because I find it so interesting and I want to know more about why we act the way we do. 

Hi! I’m Sophie and I’m from Surrey. I’ve decided to pursue BSc Psychology due to my increasing interest about cognitive neuroscience plus how complex the human mind is and It’s impact on our behaviour.

Hi! My name is Posy Harris and I am from Hertfordshire. I will be studying MSci Applied Psychology (clinical).

I decided to study this given my fascination with the human mind, specifically with regard to mental health. 

Hello! My name is Lauren, I am studying applied msci applied psychology!! I'm from kingston and I decided to study psychology because I find the complexity and uniqueness of brains incredibly interesting!! I am particularly excited to learn more about developmental psychology as well as psychopathology : )) 

Hello! I'm Becca, and I'm going to be studying and MSc in Animal Behaviour, part-time. I live in Cornwall, and find this subject fascinating! I am hoping to branch into this career, working in research or with animals, or potentially further study. 

Hi I'm Kat, I'm studying BSc Psychology and I'm from Salisbury in Wiltshire. I chose to study psychology as I would love to work in the psychological field when I'm older. 

Hello! I am Alfy Varghese from Kerala, India, about to start my MSc in Clinical Psychology. The reason I chose psychology as a career stems from a profound conversation with an uncle during a journey. His words left a lasting impression, highlighting my ability to make people feel at ease and open up. This, along with a later discussion with a psychologist, ignited my passion for the field. I realized that psychology is my true calling, offering a meaningful way to contribute to society. I am confident that this course will strengthen my path and help me achieve my long-term aspirations, bringing me closer to fulfilling my dreams after gaining experience.

Hello! I’m Anna Mariya Siju from Kerala, India, and I’m about to embark on my MSc in Clinical Psychology. My journey into psychology began as a deeply personal one. It was through this field that I found a path to self-discovery and healing, transforming my own life in ways I had never imagined. The profound sense of peace I feel when I help others find comfort through my words has been incredibly fulfilling. This emotional connection and the ability to make a positive impact on others have fueled my desire to become a Clinical Psychologist. With heartfelt dedication, I am confident that I will soon turn this dream into reality.

Hi, I am Ishita. I'm about to start an MSc in Psychology (Conversion). I am from India. I decided to study psychology to better understand myself and the people around me. Mental health has always been a passion for me and I hope to make a significant impact in people's lives through a career in clinical psychology.

Hi I’m Gabi and I’m from Oxford and I’m studying BSc Psychology.

I am studying psychology as I like how it is able to provide explanations for behaviour that we can’t see on a surface level.

Hi! I’m Elena, I’m from Hertfordshire and I’m going to be studying MSc Psychology conversion. I’ve just finished my neuroscience degree and really enjoyed the psychology elements so I’m excited to explore it further  

Hi, I'm Chloe and I'm from Aldershot in Hampshire and I am starting BSc Psychology this year. I wanted to study psychology as I love being able to apply what I've learnt to every day settings and to understand the meaning behind different behaviours. 

Hello, my name is Aila and I am looking forward to starting a Bsc Psychology degree because the mind is a fascinating thing which I hope to understand further, more specifically animal behavior and human-animal interactions

Hi, I’m Inaaya, I’ll be studying BSc psychology and I’m from Evesham. I want to study psychology because I love to understand tandem observe the way people behave, I find it really interesting.

Hi everyone, my name is Helena and I'm from Cincinnati, Ohio in America. I was always interested in Psychology but I decided to study it at a university level after I met some clinicians and researchers who helped me develop my ideas and inspired me to pursue a formal education in Psychology and join this fascinating field someday. 

Hi, I'm Anna from Bristol. I am about to start the MSci Applied Psychology course. I am keen to study psychology because I have seen just how much of an important role psychologists can play in helping people. 

Hi! I'm Robyn and I'm about to start BSc psychology. I come from a village near Stratford and I decided to study psychology because I am interested in learning more about why people are the way they are. 

Hey! My name is Noa and I am going to study Bcs Psychology. I am from London but I’m half French too. I can’t wait to learn more about the intricacies of the brain. I want to pursue a career in law and it’s vital in my opinion to have a better understanding of human behaviour in this department. 

Hi, my name is Selin. I'm from Istanbul, Turkey. I'm in the MSc Clinical Psychology program. My desire to pursue this master's lies in my curiosity to understand how traumatic experiences shape responses and behaviors, particularly in vulnerable populations like children. 

Hi, I'm Kirsten and I'm studying BSc Psychology. I'm from London and decided to study psychology as I want to make a positive impact on others wellbeing.