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First Blog Entry!



Here we go! Firstly I'm Shauna, I'm 23 and I'm a student on the BA PP course at Middlesex university. I'm completely new to the blog world so I'll be learning as I go...so far so good I think. There's one week to go until I have my first welcome zoom so I'm going to spend some time this week reading through some other blogs from modules ahead. It has been quite a while for me since I've done academic work and I think its human nature to want to become more knowledgeable in any subject. This probably explains why I can't wait to get going. 

Right now I feel a little bit like I'm going into this course blind, I'm uncertain about what ideas I will begin to develop, and where my research will lead me, I'm really hoping I'm not alone in this! That being said, I'm certain that once I've read the handbook (several times) and taken part in the welcome meetings I'll have more of an idea about what is to come! I'm really excited to get stuck in and hopefully find further understanding of my practice. 

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  1. Ellie OwenFebruary 8, 2021 at 6:15 AM

    Hi Shauna, I'm starting Module 1 too, it was really nice to read your blog! I agree, I'm going to keep reading and re reading the handbook! Excited to learn about everyones practises. Ellie x

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  2. Sophie BurrowsFebruary 10, 2021 at 3:36 AM

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  3. Sally SharpFebruary 10, 2021 at 6:55 AM

    Hi Shauna,
    I'm on Module 1 as well. Looking forward to sharing this journey with you and the group.
    Sally

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