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The Be You Podcast

The Be You Podcast

By University of Chichester

The University of Chichester's Be You podcast will offer advice to anyone who is considering going to university. Each episode will have a guest joining our student hosts to address all concerns that prospective students have about going to university. From being a mature student, making friends to commuting from home - we have you covered to make sure you can be completely yourself and thrive as a university student!

Visit our YouTube channel for the video podcast version: www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLMwhF7NaFQJxaE1X4LMUj7Y6Bq-cwRxEh
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S1 - Being a mature student (Ep4)

The Be You PodcastFeb 22, 2021

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S2 - Being a graduate (Ep 13)
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Season 2 trailer!
Sep 07, 202100:43
S1 - Being in university accommodation (Ep10)

S1 - Being in university accommodation (Ep10)

Staying in university accommodation is one of the biggest experiences of studying for your degree - but what accommodation is best?! There are plenty of pro's and con's to living on-campus, off-campus, self-catered, catered and many, many more variations! Jess and Liv are joined by third year Anna to discuss their very different accommodation experiences and the process of making that decision. 


Watch the video version of the podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLMwhF7NaFQJxaE1X4LMUj7Y6Bq-cwRxEh


May 11, 202151:02
S1 - Being a commuter (Ep9)

S1 - Being a commuter (Ep9)

Worried about the experience you'll have if you commute to university? Look no further! Student hosts Jess and Liv are joined by History graduate Matt who commuted for all three years of his degree. Matt gives you the inside scoop of how to get involved in university life regardless of living at home. 


Watch the video version of the podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLMwhF7NaFQJxaE1X4LMUj7Y6Bq-cwRxEh

May 04, 202119:28
S1 - Being away from home for the first time (Ep8)

S1 - Being away from home for the first time (Ep8)

Moving away from home can be daunting - especially when it's the first time! Liv and Jess are joined by Theatre student Christopher to talk through their experiences of moving away from home, how they dealt with homesickness and the best ways to get yourself fully immersed into university life. 

Watch the video version of the podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLMwhF7NaFQJxaE1X4LMUj7Y6Bq-cwRxEh 

Apr 19, 202127:42
S1 - Being anxious about making friends (Ep7)
Apr 07, 202121:12
S1 - Being a trainee teacher (Ep6)

S1 - Being a trainee teacher (Ep6)

Nicole is currently a Secondary teacher at a local school in Hampshire. She completed her undergraduate degree in 2018 and then continued her studies to complete her PGCE Secondary PE in 2019. Nicole, with hosts Jess & Liv, discuss the pro's of each teaching route-way and advice for others who will be embarking on this journey in September to inspire the next generation. 

*You can apply for our PGCE courses up until September 2021. 

View the video podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLMwhF7NaFQJxaE1X4LMUj7Y6Bq-cwRxEh 


Mar 23, 202123:24
S1 - Being kind to your mind at university (Ep5)

S1 - Being kind to your mind at university (Ep5)

It's University Mental Health Day! For this weeks episode, 3rd year Liv is joined by Psychology students Beckie and Neel. Liv, Beckie and Neel are student mental health ambassadors for the university. In this episode they cover their personal struggles at university, how they have use the mental health services throughout their degree and advice for any other students struggling with their mental health. 

Mar 04, 202125:25
S1 - Being a mature student (Ep4)

S1 - Being a mature student (Ep4)

Starting University at an older age can be daunting. Whether you're applying after a gap year, want a change in career or are raising a family - you'll find lots of students in the same boat as you at Chichester! This week's guest is Rob who is a third year BSc (Hons) Politics student, has a 3 year old daughter and started University at 31. He talks about his student experience, why he decided to go to university later in life and his advice for others in his position. 

Feb 22, 202116:43
S1 - Being a degree apprentice (Ep3)

S1 - Being a degree apprentice (Ep3)

Degree apprenticeships are the best of both world's, you work full-time and receive a salary whilst studying for a degree that is paid for... winning! Apprenticeships are for anyone who is looking to jumpstart their career or progress to the next level in their current employment. Jess speaks to two degree apprentices, Georgia and Siân. Georgia is the Business Development Manager of her family-run business Pinks Vintage, a local business that has grown into an ice cream empire on the sunny Bognor Regis seafront with Georgia's help. Siân went straight from college to work in the digital marketing team at the University of Chichester. 

Feb 05, 202120:09
S1 - Being a student during COVID-19 (Ep2)

S1 - Being a student during COVID-19 (Ep2)

Student hosts Jess and Liv are back on another episode with guest and Acting For Film student Imogen! This episode covers what the current student experience is like during COVID-19. From teaching delivery, being back on campus for the new academic year to being supported by the university - Jess, Liv and Imogen go through the pro's and con's of the 'new normal'. 


(This episode was recorded in December 2020 and teaching methods may have changed due to government guidance by the time you listen.)

Jan 24, 202123:39
S1 - Being a University of Chichester student (Ep1)

S1 - Being a University of Chichester student (Ep1)

Welcome to our very first episode of the 'Be You' podcast! Our student hosts Jess and Liv talk everything you need to know about being a University of Chichester student, why they chose to study with us and all the advice you'll ever need to know. Jess and Liv will feature on every episode with a different guest who relates to the episode topic. If you have any questions or episode requests, contact us on Instagram: @universityofchichester, Twitter: @chiuni or use the hashtag #chiuni. 

Dec 14, 202015:39