Valedictorian Speech: School of Pharmacy Class of 2021

On 4th August 2021, we held our Graduation Function and Awards Ceremony, which for the second year running has been held online. Hana Sadida Qaulan, the School of Pharmacy Class Representative 2020/2021, gave a virtual valedictorian speech that shines light on the struggles and extraordinary effort of class of 2021 to cope with the challenge …

What Is It Like For A School Social Media Helper? – A Confession

Covid-19 has changed the way we use social media. During the pandemic where social contacts with others are limited, social media platform has become an important place for us to interact and stay connected for work, education and socialization. From March to May 2021, three Biomedical Sciences Year 1 students, Sherine Teo Hsun Yin, Elvina …

The Science in Life

Article written by: Siew Zhen Yun (Year 2 BSc Biomedical Sciences student) _________________________________________________________________________ As a biomedical scientist, I understand that everything around us is science, and everything under the same ecosphere is highly related to each other. I love to study the connection and interaction between living things and non-living things. Despite the global pandemic …

UNM BMS Alumni Testimonial: Hollysia Alda Agustie (2020)

Studying Biomedical Sciences in University of Nottingham Malaysia has been a challenging yet exciting journey. Back in 2016 I decided to enrol in the Biomedical Sciences program in UNM and I never once regret it. Looking back at the days where I just became a first year student, I remember being overwhelmed as everything was …

UNM BMS Alumni Testimonial: Siti Sarah Syahirah Azizan (2018)

Hello! Allow me to introduce myself. My name is Siti Sarah Syahirah Azizan and I graduated with BSc (Hons) Biomedical Sciences in 2018. The 3-year program has accommodated a strong and solid foundation in expanding my knowledge and skills for my career journey through the quality education, welcoming environment and support that University of Nottingham …

UNM BMS Alumni Testimonial: Chan Chia Yung (2016)

Till today I keep learning how true the phrase is “It’s not about the destination, it’s about the journey”. I graduated with a BSc (Hons) Biomedical Sciences in 2016. Today in 2020, I have pivoted far from that field of study, having worked in the technology, banking, and telecommunications industry, and also delving into the …

UNM BMS Alumni Testimonial: Matteo Putra (2019)

Hi! My name is Matteo Putra. I graduated from the course in 2019 and this is my testimonial about my experience as a Biomedical Sciences student at the University of Nottingham Malaysia. To start with, throughout my high school years, I was naively fascinated by human diseases. I wondered how can a simple mosquito bite or someone’s …

UNM BMS Alumni Testimonial: Muhammad Danish bin Badrul Hisham (2018)

Quoting the Danish philosopher Soren Kierkegaard, “Life can only be understood backwards; but it must be lived forwards”, my experience throughout the three years of studying biomedical sciences at University of Nottingham Malaysia could only be understood retrospectively. If I am being honest, upon self-reflection as I type these words, can I finally beginning to …

Valedictorian Speech: School of Pharmacy Class of 2020

LIFE CHANGING VALEDICTORY ADDRESS Good morning Everyone! This year’s virtual graduation ceremony is unusual, credits to Coronavirus, as you are not seeing a valedictorian standing physically in front of you wearing an academic square hat and the black graduation gown instead you are witnessing me carrying the love of my parents and the pride of …

UNM BMS Alumni Testimonial: Vania Teoh Swee Imm (2018)

Before I share my experience in my career field, I think it is relevant to point out that I am at the peak of happiness in terms of my career and never imagined having to experience this level of excitement and contentment with a job. I can say this with absolute confidence that this would …