sheff vs soton med

hi i got offers from both and need some help to decide where to go between these and was wondering if anyone who does med at these places, could u describe ur time, in terms of the area, the diversity, support from staff and whats the teaching actually like - is it mostly going to lectures etc + clinical placements or mostly online webinars - whats accom like, cost of living there, and do they tend to requests such as single-sex only flats w no alcohol?

or js lmk how u find it in general and why i should/shouldnt pick one.

thank u xx

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ihfdak;s

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Original post by ihfdak

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Southampton do single sex flats (girls only)
I’m not sure about Sheffield.
The uni halls ( soton accom) you get the free bus pass and free laundry use which you would not get with private.

I’ve spoken to students on the course who say Southampton as a university and city is very diverse and no one really had any negatives to say.

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ihfdak

hi i got offers from both and need some help to decide where to go between these and was wondering if anyone who does med at these places, could u describe ur time, in terms of the area, the diversity, support from staff and whats the teaching actually like - is it mostly going to lectures etc + clinical placements or mostly online webinars - whats accom like, cost of living there, and do they tend to requests such as single-sex only flats w no alcohol?
or js lmk how u find it in general and why i should/shouldnt pick one.
thank u xx

Hello @ihfdak;s,

That's great to hear you are considering UoS! Here are some answers to your questions:

How has my time been so far - the area, staff, diversity?

I've really enjoyed the university so far. Unfortunately, I don't study medicine so can't comment on that course specifically. But I'm in my 2nd year of psychology and have found all of the staff to be lovely and so helpful. They are always willing to answer questions and go through material if we are struggling. They are also great if you just want a chat. We are given a personal academic tutor who can also be contacted if we need help.

I enjoy the campus as it is very green, has lots of different study spaces and facilities and is very close to the city centre and Portswood. If you live in uni accommodation in your first year, you are provided with a free bus pass. This is so useful and the buses are great as they take you to and from all of the accommodations, the campus and lots of different areas of Southampton. The city is very lively and has lots to do during the day and for nightlife.

The university is very diverse and we have a good mix of international and home students. We have a faith and reflection room which is used for various activities and lots of cultural and faith societies which you can find here.

What is the teaching like?

As I don't study medicine I can't speak about any of my own experiences, but here is a link to the med BM4 teaching information page. It is a mix of lectures, classes and tutorials (which are in person smaller group meetings), coursework and independent study. For year 1, there is currently 32% scheduled learning and teaching, 62% independent learning and 6% placement. Here is a link to the other med courses if you would like more information about these too!

What is accommodation like?

The uni accommodation is very nice, with Glen Eyre, Wessex Lane and Mayflower Halls being popular. Shops, the city centre and the uni campus can be accessed easily by walking or getting the bus, depending on which accommodation you're in. Depending on the accommodation, single-sex flats, quiet flats and no-alcohol flats can be requested. You can find more about each accommodation here.

Cost of living?

I would say that Southampton is definitely affordable, and lots of financial help and advice is available from the university. For example, students are able to get jobs on campus such as working in the shop and as a student ambassador, which pay very well. The students union also runs a food bank and an advice centre. Finally, the university offers a support fund for those in unexpected financial hardship. You can find more info about these here.

I hope you found this helpful and let me know if you have any more questions!

Poppy, 2nd Year Psychology

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University of Sheffield Students

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Original post by ihfdak

hi i got offers from both and need some help to decide where to go between these and was wondering if anyone who does med at these places, could u describe ur time, in terms of the area, the diversity, support from staff and whats the teaching actually like - is it mostly going to lectures etc + clinical placements or mostly online webinars - whats accom like, cost of living there, and do they tend to requests such as single-sex only flats w no alcohol?
or js lmk how u find it in general and why i should/shouldnt pick one.
thank u xx

Hi ihfdak;s, 👋

Sorry it took us a minute to find your post but it's great to hear you are interested in studying at the university of Sheffield!

I came here for BA, MA and now my PhD because there wasn't anywhere else I wanted to study! The city is great and there's always so much to do.

In terms of the medicine course, Sheffield has state of the art facilities and is informed by current research. You will find that you get to experience a vast variety of different clinical settings when studying here too! You will learn through through clinical teaching on hospital wards, in hospital and general practice clinics, and through lectures, seminars, tutorials, group work, practical classes and personal development sessions. 😀

While I don't do medicine, I also know from my own experience that support services are amazing at Sheffield and everyone (both staff and fellow students) are all super helpful and supportive.

I stayed in university accommodation throughout my undergraduate because I loved the area and it was really affordable. There are multiple areas to choose from such as Endcliffe, Ranmoor, and City accommodation. I chose Endcliffe as it's super close to local shops, cafes and the botanical gardens. And yes, we offer a range of specific accommodation requests, including LGBT+ flats and single-sex flats!

If you have anymore questions, please don't hesitate to ask, or you can get in touch with some of our Medicine student ambassadors here. 😃

All best wishes,
Phoebe
Student Ambassador - PhD in English Literature

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