The Wyrd Learning Podcast - Understand Uni Life

Hosted by: Dr. Tracy Dix and Dr. Alex Patel @Wyrd Learning

Hi! We are Alex and Tracy, with our combined 40 years' experience of teaching students & supporting learning at various UK Universities, we will give a unique insight in to life at University, illustrated with...

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Episode 5: In Conversation - Settling into Student Life, with Kia Morant

September 26, 2022

We’re excited to welcome a special guest to the Wyrd Learning Podcast. Kia Morant is a third-year student studying Politics and Economics at Aston University who will be sharing her experiences of what it was like to...

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Episode 4: Tips to Fend Off FOMO During Freshers’ Week

September 16, 2022

Do you have to go to everything in Freshers’ Week to make friends, or can you opt out if a Ball, going clubbing or nights out aren’t your thing? Think about it. If you don’t like clubbing and drinking, then going to...

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Episode 3: Get Clear About Clearing

August 12, 2022

An interview with Dr Catherine Armstrong, involved in clearing and admissions at Loughborough University. Catherine describes what clearing is like and offers advice on how to approach it. Follow us for more tips and...

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Episode 2: Who're you calling 'Wyrd'? Or What's in a Name?

July 24, 2022

Hello, and welcome to another episode from Alex and Tracy at Wyrd Learning. Today, we're going to hear the personal and candid story behind name 'Wyrd Learning'. It really tells you what we are all about and how we...

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Episode 1: What do hobbies teach us about learning? Or, practice makes progress

July 19, 2022

Hello dear listeners! We are absolutely thrilled to release this pilot episode of our brand new Wyrd Learning podcast! Today, we introduce ourselves Alex and Tracy, talk about the work we do in a UK University and...

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