The last two weeks have certainly been challenging for everyone, since my last blog post I have moved out of my flat in Stirling due to the Coronavirus crisis, and I have found working back at my family home quite challenging at times. However, I have managed to complete my final report and all the appendices, before submitting it this morning. This means I can use the next week and a bit finishing off my dissertation without the thought of having to complete my report afterwards.
Before I starts writing my final report, I made sure I completed all the relevant appendices to be placed at the end of my report. I used these documents to help plan my report, looking back on my identified areas of weakness from the first skills audit for example, and reflecting on the development over my placement. In completing this exercise, I felt there were areas I had improved throughout my placement, but I also realised there maybe areas I had not identified before that I could improve upon.
The main areas of improvement I saw within myself upon reflection were in communication, organisation and problem solving, which I was especially proud of as I am not usually the most creative thinker. My placement taught me that being prepared is extremely important, but also that being flexible and adaptable within sessions to overcome problems is a large part of being successful in the sports industry. The report definitely helped me reflect on the module as a whole and recognise the value the experiences I have gained through my placement have given me in respect of gaining future employment in sport.
Overall, I have really enjoyed the challenging nature of this module and I am extremely happy I decided to throw myself into it, as I was not sure about it before I started. The module gave me different experiences than I have had at University before and I appreciate the opportunities given to me. It is not common for sport students to gain work experience like this during their studies, as opposed to PE teachers or nurses for whom placement is a key part of their University career, so this made me even more grateful.
I look forward to finishing my dissertation as my last piece of work at the University and having a bit of time off before starting my next chapter post-University.
Well done on submitting your final report and good luck with your dissertation! I’m glad you had a good experience on this module – Jordanne.
Great to hear you enjoyed this module and have gained a lot from it. – Euan
Thank you, Keir. I am glad you have already submitted your final report and have spared some time to finalise your dissertation. Well done. Good luck with your dissertation submission! -Romie