The Student Experience Podcast
Join Shaunagh, Head of Student Experience at the University of Chester, and Lily, President of Chester Students' Union, in conversations about all things Student Experience. From wellbeing and money to subject spotlights and tips on navigating university life, Shaunagh and Lily invite a new guest each month to offer insights, advice, and stories to help you make the most of your university experience. Whether you're a current student or thinking about applying, this podcast offers a supportive space to explore the highs and challenges of student life.
The Student Experience Podcast
Subject Spotlight - Criminology
In this episode of the Student Experience Podcast, Shaunagh and Lily take a deep dive into Criminology at the University of Chester. They’re joined by Dr. Paul French (Lecturer in Criminology) and students Leanne Peters and Sam Barlow to explore what it’s really like to study Criminology at the University of Chester—from lectures and research to volunteering opportunities and student societies.
Together, they discuss:
- What Criminology is and the key issues explored on the course.
- Motivations for choosing to study Criminology and how to balance studies and extra-curriculars.
- How getting involved in societies, volunteering, and events has supported both academic learning and student experience.
- Exciting opportunities, including an upcoming conference for prospective students.
Whether you're considering studying Criminology, curious about student life, or looking for ways to get more involved as a current student, this episode offers an insight into Criminology at the University of Chester.
For more information on the course, upcoming events, and how to get involved, check out the links below:
- Criminology at the University of Chester
- A Changing World and Its Global Challenges Conference
- Criminology Society
- Criminology Society Instagram
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