Southampton was a pivotal time in my life

I felt that my time at Southampton was pivotal in the development of who I am today. I spent four years in a place where I felt welcome and was supported to explore my subject as I wanted, but also given the opportunity to be surrounded by people who I liked and respected to help me grown as a person. I made lifelong friends whilst at Southampton, both on and off my course.

My advice to Physics and Astronomy students

Embrace every opportunity, or as many as you can, there will be so many! Work hard but play hard too and when you need the support, welcome those who are reaching out to help you. Also… always go to your lab sessions!

If you’re interested in training in medical physics, do some work experience first. You must anyway, to get on to the scheme, but it also enables you to see the many different roles available in the field.

For students considering teaching, make sure that you are resilient and that you really do want to do it. It is the hardest job I have ever done but also the most rewarding, I can’t think of any other jobs that have as much job satisfaction (or as many daily emotions!).