“I wouldn’t mind going to University now, it’s nothing like I thought it would be.”

Published: 09 March 2020

Pupils from Arco Academy in Camberwell visited St George’s, University of London on Tuesday 11 February to learn about careers in healthcare and to get a taster of University life.

During their day on campus, students learnt about the illustrious history of St George’s and our pioneering alumni. They also had opportunities to meet Student Ambassadors, hearing about their paths to university and their experiences at St George’s. Sharon Grimmond, Fundraising and Programme Manager at the Arco Academy, said, “This was a fantastic opportunity for our students to explore and understand the hospital university environment.”

Aims for the day included offering the school pupils insights into the courses offered at St George’s. Among the unique experiences they encountered, in a session aimed at showcasing the medical and the social implications of prostheses, the school students had a chance to make their own prosthetic finger.

Describing what they gained from the day, Arco Academy students said:

“Learning about prosthetics is really good. It may be something I would consider going into. I think I’d be quite good at it.” – Josh

“I think I wouldn’t mind going to University now, it’s nothing like I thought it would be.” -- George

“This was a great day and we are thankful for the opportunity to visit St George’s.” -- Xahir

Widening Participation Manager for St George’s, Marlene Copeland, added, “It was an absolute pleasure having the students from Arco Academy visit St George’s. Both the pupils from Arco and our student ambassadors really enjoyed the day, which was fantastic to see.  We really look forward to working together with Arco in the future.”

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