Starting at university

15-May-2009 3:10 pm

Sorry, I meant to type Accelerated Diploma, but I can't find how to edit my original post

26-May-2009 2:36 pm

Hi Rachael,

Nice to hear from you! I hope you get offered a place at Kings - Good luck!

I’m doing adult nursing. I don't know where I am going to live yet. I have thought about Halls, but I'm not very keen to go back to living there! I am now looking for a private rent, but would ideally want to be with other student nurses. What about you? Which area do you think is best?

Also, do you - or anyone else reading this - know if there is a PM function on this message board? I had a look, but couldn't see one.

8-Jun-2009 5:03 pm

Hi j b,

Sorry I only just saw your reply, so I'm guessing that you had the interview today? If so, how did it go? If not, I can give you info about the interview I had.

What course are you applying for?

12-Jun-2009 9:04 am

Hi,

How did your interview go? I went to an interview at Kingston, it seemed really nice!

Rachael, did you hear back from Kings yet?

3-Jul-2009 11:36 am

Hi everyone

Wonder if any one could help me got my interview for the uni next week to do adult nursing and i am still unsure what artical to take with me. short notice i no. What kind of questions do they ask??

23-Nov-2009 2:19 pm

I'm in my second year at salford university studying diploma in mental health nursing. I'm enjoying it and have had some great experience on my placements.
It was frightening at first but really enjoyable!
Good luck all !! xxx

19-Mar-2010 0:14 am

My advice is be well prepared for your interview. Think about why you want to train as a nurse, but avoid superficial answers such as 'its something I have always wanted to do'. Think about what the professional will give you, but also what you can give in return. Also, think about the study committment - its hard slog, but the rewards are great. What are your study skills like? do you have any areas that you find difficult e.g. structuring essays, but don't be put off by difficulties and come up with possible solutions to overcome them. Make sure you know your strengths, not just weaknesses, as everyone has qualities. I also suggest you give some thought to the debate about nursing becoming an all graduate profession in 2012. Take a list of prepared questions with you, don't rely on your memory as it usually goes blank under pressure. A list of thoughtful questions will also show that you have taken time to prepare. I have been a nurse for 29 years and teaching for 14 years - nursing is a fantastic profession, so I wish you all the best of luck with your interviews.

15-Apr-2010 8:09 pm

Hi all,

I have an interview at Kingston tommorow morning at 9am. I live in Luton, so the getting there alone is a challenge.

Im just relying on my lechwe/girl guide motto from 30 odd years ago,:
' Be prepared'! (I pray that its not obsolete theses days)!

Wish me luck, I think Im gonna need it!

I'll tell all about it tommorow nite when I get back.

NNS

19-Apr-2010 12:59 pm

Hello everyone, I need some help with some interviews at some good Universities. Would appreciate if someone could help me. Thanks!
Psychiatric Technician Program, Concord

26-Apr-2010 2:46 pm

hey everyone,
i have an interview tommoro morning for coventry university, have to say im starting to panic slightly nerves getting the better of me. ive had a read through alot of comments on here and they seem helpful. good luck to u all who got interviews coming up ill let u know how i get on. if anyone got any advice to give me helping hand would be very much appreciated xxx