Lucy – Biomedical Sciences

What is your favourite thing about Teddy Hall?

Absolutely the people. I’ve made some incredible friends and have had fantastic tutors throughout my time here.

What do you like about the College’s site and location in Oxford?

The central location is fantastic and everywhere is walkable from the College site. Having such easy access to department, sports facilities and central Oxford is extremely convenient.

Why did you choose to study your course?

I am really fascinated by the human body, and understanding how it works, how it goes wrong and how it can be repaired.

What do you enjoy most about studying your subject?

I loved the Final Honours School research project. Having the opportunity to participate in and take ownership of an original research project really helped to contextualise taught content.

How have your tutors supported you during your time at Teddy Hall?

The Teddy Hall tutors were fantastic. Tutors really taught us as students and tailored the teaching to ensure we got the most out of the tutorial system.

What’s the best thing about living in Hall accommodation?

The sense of community: having so many people on the main site means the College is really sociable.

What do you like most about the Hall’s library?

Having a 24/7 library has been incredibly helpful in the run-up to exams and submission deadlines.

How has Teddy Hall supported or shaped your extra-curricular interests?

I have loved getting involved in college-level sport. The variety of different sports and serious sense of college pride at any and all sporting events is incredible.