What work experience had you gained before coming here?

I worked in outreach for the Modern Slavery Response Team, Hestia in London; I was a Field Officer in Zimbabwe for a charity called Restless Development; I worked for Project Play, a children’s charity in Calais working with refugees; and I was an English teacher in Taiwan.

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Why did you choose Warwick?

It was the only place I could really get into with my qualifications, but honestly I wouldn’t want to be anywhere else. The course has been incredible so far.

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How are you finding the MB ChB so far?

For me it has been great, with an unbelievable amount of support from the faculty (especially when I took time out) and I love how hands on it is.

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How have you found your clinical placements?

I have really enjoyed them so far. It is very rewarding getting to learn from the doctors and interact with patients in the way we do. It isn’t always easy but with the right attitude and resourcefulness you are given a lot of respect, responsibility and autonomy.

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What do you most enjoy about the course?

It feels like you’re part of a big family and everyone looks out for each other.

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Have you been involved in any extracurricular activities during your time here?

Yes, I did the Revue last year and will definitely be doing it again. I have also found a few friends on the course who I enjoy playing music with.

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Do you have any idea at this stage about which specialty you’d like to pursue?

Not entirely, but I would very much like to work with refugees, displaced people and those who may not otherwise have access to healthcare.

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Do you have any advice for people applying to the MB ChB at Warwick?

It’s a big shock to the system, but as long as you keep your feet and learn to look after your wellbeing then you’ll be okay.

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Finally, which three words would you use to describe your experience of studying at medical school?

Intense, rewarding and necessary.