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"I may pursue more postgraduate degrees in the UK’’
Hi, I’m Misha Denise Virtudazo, from the Philippines. It has always been my desire to work in the field of human care. As a graduate of Nursing in the Philippines, I thought to myself that a Bachelor’s degree cannot seem to suffice my thirst for knowledge and learning. I usually have the feeling of challenging any clinical practice and information I come across. This course offers modules that would help me support my own professional practice in relation to evidence-based practice and modernisation agenda.
As an international student, I should make sure that I enter an environment where I can feel safe and at home. Upon searching for a school to pursue my postgraduate studies, I’ve found that the University of South Wales was distinguished for commendable student support. The university ensures that students are assisted in every way for us to adapt to UK life easily. All sorts of support is offered, may it be educational (Drop-in Centre), financial, social (Student Union) and spiritual. Moreover, as a nurse in my country, I look forward to get onto the UK NMC register. I saw that the Overseas Nursing Programme is already embedded in the course and that they provide assistance in the ONP adaptation at hospitals.
It may be intimidating at first, but truthfully, I can say that the lecturers value their students very much. Supervision is available at all times, may it be personal or through email. Furthermore, it is really impressive because all the lecturers are with professional distinctions – Masters or Doctoral Degree.
It has been my dream to work as a nurse specialist in a hospital anywhere here in UK. I may pursue more postgraduate degrees and be a doctor of my profession if given a chance.
To study a Masters degree in UK may be a shock to most, especially to international students. But, a combination of determination, passion and the right attitude will help you to get into what you want to be. You may feel inferior at times, but the university has the right facility to help you get through whatever.