Cameron's ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Experience
Key Stats
Name: Cameron James
Course: Sport and Exercise Science (BSc)
Cameron's Sport and Exercise Science Experience
Cameron’s Sport and Exercise Science Experience
What is your favourite thing about Carmarthen campus?
There are many good things about the campus, the campus has a lot of nature around it, and access to good facilities. Also being around a lot of Welsh culture on this campus has improved my Welsh speaking with it being my second language. But the best thing has been the staff, I feel lucky to be here because of them.
Why did you choose ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø?
The positive atmosphere. I’ve worked in various jobs since finishing school, tried a trade in college twice. But I always wanted to work in the field of sport and exercise someday, lack of confidence stopping me. I attended an open day at CSG, which led to a campus tour at ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Carmarthen. My 2nd child was also due soon, I thought I’d struggle, but the staff were positive, understanding, and all my self-doubt was gone when encouraged by them, I applied. Studying what I enjoy, I come home to my family a lot happier these days and that’s important to me.
What did you enjoy outside your studies?
Making use of the facilities, the uni’s pool where I learned to swim at 24 y/o, the sports hall, and the gyms. I’d love if I lived closer to campus, because I really appreciate the staff and friendly atmosphere at these places.
What do you hope to do when you graduate?
I’m considering multiple paths. I like the thought of post-graduate study after 3rd year. Long-term, some type of 1-on-1 analysis work with athletes. But my goals continue to change as I learn more about different areas of study, so I’m keeping my options open.
What is your favourite thing about Sport and Exercise Science?
The classes are small (varied between 5-25 students), this makes opportunities for class discussions and gain more experience in the practical sessions. In these sessions, we also have access to great equipment that we can use for our coursework or to practice what we’ve learnt.
Would you recommend ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø and why?
I would highly recommend ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø. The smaller groups provide opportunity for more engaging learning, during sessions I feel comfortable asking lecturers questions to improve my understanding of the subjects.
The university always considers my circumstances and support me greatly in my work and personal development. The staff I’ve met on the course are people that I can trust, so I never hesitate to ask for help.
The learning here has developed me in ways that I never thought I could, which has benefitted me outside of university too.
