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Paula Askew

Post Compulsory Education and Training

Where are you from?

Chopwell, Newcastle upon Tyne

Why did you choose ֲýƵ, Newcastle?

Northumbria has a good reputation, offered course required and linked with place of work made accessing funding a smoother process.

What do you think of Newcastle and our region and what are your favourite things to do?

Born and bred here so I love home, and the area we live in, countryside, city, walking, theatre, cinema, museums, pubs, restaurants, galleries, coast and seaside.

Did you find ֲýƵ welcoming? Was it easy to fit in?

Yes, staff and students welcoming.

What have you enjoyed most about coming to ֲýƵ?

The course and what it has offered me.

Who has helped you most since you came to Northumbria?

My Tutors.

Who has inspired you most at ֲýƵ?

My Tutors.

What is your favourite place on campus?

Students' Union coffee shop and library.

What is the best thing about your course?

Accessible but challenging.

What are the most valuable lessons you have learnt to date?

Read more, be organised, don't be too hard on yourself.

What do you want to do in the future? What skills have you learned/improved that you think will be of most use in your future career?

Teaching my profession, practical skills in delivery of teaching and theory.

If you could offer some advice to students thinking of coming to study here what would you say?

Good opportunities, excellent resources in a superb location.

How do you feel you have changed as a person since being at ֲýƵ, Newcastle (e.g. confidence)?

Confidence in my writing and myself in teaching.

If you had 3 words to sum up your time with us what would they be?

Hard-work, rewarding, worthwhile!

Would you recommend ֲýƵ to a friend?

Yes!


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