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23 Questions With Caitlin Wallace
I’ve just realised that I’ve never properly introduced myself to the blog! So, inspired by Vogue’s 73 Question Series (if you’ve not watched the one with Kim Kardashian yet, you need to get on it it’s a laugh a minute) I thought I would share 23 tidbits about me! What are studying at Dundee? I’m […]
By Mar 29
NEC cards – what are they and how do I get one?
On January 31st 2022, a new bus scheme began for Scottish citizens under the age of 22. The free bus scheme comes through the National Entitlement Card (NEC) which you can apply for here. What is it? An NEC card is a few things! It is a valid form of identification in the UK, it […]
Apr 30
Answering 21 random questions because I turned 21!
I turned 21 two months ago so I decided to answer 21 super random questions I found online, because why not? Knitting! Seems really relaxing and interesting. I prefer half-full but it is usually half-empty. Biology + Math and yet here I am studying law hahah Hmm, maybe fly in the cockpit? Coffee!!! and maybe […]
Apr 30
10 songs for your exam playlist
I made this list with my favourite songs that usually get me through all of life’s lows, hopefully, they can cheer you up too (or just make you vibe I guess). Good luck with your exams/final week assignments!!! You got this. Vibes are 10/10 with this one, so run to listen to it here. 2. Bejeweled […]
Apr 29
Self-care during and post-exam season
Some of you may have already begun taking your exams, others might still have a few days left, and some of you may not even have any! However, taking care of yourself is still something you need to keep in mind because exams can really take a toll on your mental and physical health. Here […]
Apr 29
Should I watch this? 5 Netflix shows to binge on after exams!
I have been binging so much content on Netflix because of exam stress that I decided I should share my favourites so you have something new (or old!) to (re)watch once you are done with your exams (or during to de-stress!). Enjoy! This one I have just begun after re-watching TBBT for the 4th time […]
Apr 28
3 easy and fast recipes for busy students!
I love cooking, but sometimes it is just impossible to cook because of how much time it takes. Over the years I have developed three easy but absolutely delicious recipes for when I am on the go or just busy with uni work/exams. Remember, food is meant to be sustenance for your body AND your […]
Apr 27
By It’s almost a wrap!
After a long and extensive third year, it is that time of the year when we all can take a few deep breaths and cool down before the exams! The third year for me has been quite a roller coaster for many reasons! Right from having everything on campus to long theory sessions in the […]
By Mar 31
Applied Bioinformatics – why and how?
Hello all, welcome to another blog exploring my module choice! Those who read my last blog on Practical Project B know that I took applied bioinformatics as my module for the D block of my third semester. In this blog, I want to talk about why you should take this module and give a few […]
Mar 29
Choosing practical project B??
After a theoretical first block, I chose a practical module for my D block. This module offers multiple practical projects, and depending on your degree routes, you are either provided with a plant science-based or biochemistry-based project. But if you already chose practical project A, then you will be given a bioinformatics-related project for this […]
Mar 28
Managing studying and work while at university
It is not always easy to manage going to university when you need to make money, especially during the cost of living crisis the UK is currently going through. When I first started working as a university student, my main concern was balancing my time between lectures and work, just as most students do too. […]
Feb 24
Third year – Information session conversation tips!
As we are already past the halfway mark for this semester and approaching the reading week, quite a few events were organised by some research groups at the University. These were specially arranged to share the prospective research areas for Honour’s Project for third-year students. I attended two of these – one organised by MRC […]
Feb 18
Sea of opportunities!
University is a time of endless opportunities, often we students don’t realise how much is available to us and how many events, workshops or extra activities we can attend. As a transfer student (I have changed my course from Product Design to Environmental Science) I’ve decided for myself that I will jump at any opportunities […]
By Feb 06
A visit to the Botanical Garden
A visit to the Botanical Garden As mentioned in my earlier blog on the James Hutton Institute, there are places in Dundee that encourage plant enthusiasts. One such place is the Botanic Garden, curated by the University of Dundee. This place is not too far from the City Centre and easily accessible via Xplore Dundee’s […]
Feb 04
What is GEM? Should I enrol?
An undergraduate degree in Life Science here at Dundee is fuelled with many opportunities to undertake an Entrepreneurial perspective as part of the course. Some of these opportunities include the Scientific Enterprise –like optional modules you will encounter during your first and second year. But in addition to those modules, multiple masterclasses are organised by […]
Feb 01
73 Questions with a 3rd year law student
Inspired by the popular Vogue-style interview, I have gone ahead and prepared the questions (slightly adjusted) they have asked the UK’s most precious gem, Adele, to answer myself so you could get o know me a bit better! I am taking it one day at a time! I am trying to juggle my academics with […]
Feb 01
Things to consider when picking a University that is right for you
Picking a university right for you while weighing the pros and cons of other influencing factors such as location, cost of living and commute time can be stressful, but here are some things I considered before confirming my offer with Dundee. Program transferabilityProgram transferability is your primary focus. Therefore, before submitting my choices to UCAS, […]
By Jan 24
Low dopamine mornings: a game CHANGER.
If you ask the majority of students, what is the first thing they do when they wake up in the morning? The answer usually tends to be to check their phone. Whether it is a quick scroll on social media, responding to texts, or checking your email to see what you missed while asleep. Unfortunately, […]
Jan 24
Summer Placements – where to look?
As soon as we enter the second and third years of our degrees in a four-year life science course, we are keen to be part of a lab and experience research first-hand. But to do that, it is essential to know where to look, and so in this blog; I will list a few places […]
Jan 21
A fresh start
A new semester has begun, and with it, the campus is again busy with students. Seeing this bustle on campus after a slow winter hibernation is nice. And with this new semester, I am sure you must be enjoying some of the new modules and their lectures.Of course, some of us are certain about our […]
Jan 17
The third-year leap
From the day you join university, you will hear your seniors talk about the “third-year leap” – a phenomenon that will intrigue you! I found this phrase a little alluring, but as I complete the first semester of the third year, I dedicate this blog to discussing the leap for biological sciences. The jump from […]
Dec 11
A treat for aspiring Plant Scientists!
Plant Science is a fascinating field that needs a little bit of lure at the university level, depending on the Professors you get! Thankfully, here at Dundee, we get excellent researchers from the James Hutton institute to help us explore the world of plant science. So, from potato to barley and the staple arabidopsis, a […]
Dec 09
Tips for module representative
We come across many modules throughout the year during our course. There are some that we genuinely enjoy and some that we would want to improve – either way, there is a way for you to get more involved in the feedback process of a module while still adding to your CV. So here are […]
Dec 09
N&V and Lay summary?
As a life science student, it is essential to know the feeling of not knowing and then realise the pitfalls along a learning process for that same concept that was once alien. This very feeling will eventually aid in communicating the idea with greater efficiency. Similarly, it also reflects to a varying degree of complexity […]
Dec 07