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Stories

Bella Millward - BSc (Hons) Psychology

Stories

Studying Psychology

I have always had an innate drive to help people, I want to change the mental health system, and I want to be the reason that even one person can be listened to and helped. I want to be able to conduct research that can change people's lives. My dream is to hopefully become a registered forensic psychologist with the British Psychological Society. My chief areas of interest consist of cognitive neuropsychology and psychopharmacology.

My time in sixth form motivated me to choose my course at Leeds Beckett, as the subjects I took helped to develop my interest and knowledge in psychology. For instance, sociology overlaps a great deal with psychology, as it explores societal norms and the impact upon people's perceptions of self, which drives my desire to further understand the human brain. I am fascinated by cognitive neuroscience and how behaviours can be influenced and changed.

During my time outside of my studies, I have gained a Level 2 qualification in Understanding Autism which also helped me in developing new knowledge which I have now applied to my new job as a teaching assistant. I am always regularly seeking out opportunities to help me with my career, therefore I have volunteered to be an appropriate adult for West Yorkshire police, which I am really looking forward to starting and being of help to vulnerable adults.

How will the Professor Bligh Scholarship help your studies?

I feel having this mentorship element with an emeritus professor with a wealth of knowledge and experience will guide me to a fulfilling career where I can use my skills for good and contribute to Psychology as a whole. To make the most of this amazing opportunity, I feel the best way is to start with a focus session with the professor to figure out where our interests and passions overlap. It would be an honour to meet this prestigious person and hear about their career and aspirations that they have had throughout their life. This will give us both the best chance of having the learning experience we can both enjoy and take away the most from.