University is about more than just studies for BSc Psychology student Ria Moses. The variety of opportunities outside of the lab helped her explore all her future career pathways.
Published: 13 December 2023
My psychology degree
My favourite thing about the course so far is the fact I can take modules from other disciplines.
During A-Levels I knew I loved Psychology but I also really enjoyed Criminology. At University, I just assumed I would have to sacrifice one for the other.
As I was unsure which path to follow, I went with a Psychology degree because it was my favourite A-Level.
I discovered that within Psychology at Southampton I am given the opportunity to do modules within Criminology so now I am essentially doing both things I really wanted to do which makes the degree even more enjoyable!
RIa Moses
How Ignite helped my studies
My time as a Psychology student is even better as I am on a programme called Ignite Your Success. The programme supports me through university with things such as bursaries, workshops on wellbeing and careers, as well as giving me a mentor to provide any advice.
As a part of this programme, I was given the opportunity to take part in a guaranteed paid internship. I completed my internship at the local Mayflower Theatre where I helped during rehearsals, warmups and script writing. I also helped chaperone the younger members of the performance. It was a great experience as I love drama and theatre, so I had lots of fun, but I also gained lots useful skills such as communication, leadership and confidence.
My personal growth
My time at Southampton so far has encouraged me to grow as a person. My confidence in public speaking has improved drastically after being a student ambassador and working at the Open Days, where I had to speak to thousands of different people.
Through my Ignite Your Success internship I learnt the importance of networking in order to gain advice from others and strengthen my understanding in the career I aspire to achieve. Although my internship wasn’t something directly related to my degree, I managed to take aspects of it and apply it to my life which helped greatly.
