Bethany Higgins

Background

About Bethany Higgins

Inspired by the research I completed during my undergraduate study in history, my current goals lie in taking an innovative approach to the documentation of women's health issues in periodicals. In my recently submitted MSc dissertation I examined the quality of health-related content in feminist magazines c.1972-1981, to emphasise their value in elucidating women's health issues. This worked to demonstrate how periodicals are capable of arbitrating and determining readers' health experience, whilst highlighting any issues which arose through insufficient teachings. I am strongly committed to furthering my academic career within the field of health and healthcare, and believe the many transferable skills I have acquired through my time in higher education to be desirable to any future career. Whilst attending university, I have taken many opportunities which I believe have demonstrated not only my commitment to the development of myself, but also the department which I study in. This commitment to the Faculty has been illustrated by the routine dedication of my time to ensure its continued advancement, this has ranged from various voluntary roles such as class representative and library tour guide, to representing the University for a cultural exchange with Shandong University in Jin’an, China. I have recently commenced in a new role within the Wheatley Group as a Resourcing Officer following a year as a Customer Service Advisor for the organisation. Working for Scotland's largest social landlord has enabled me to further develop my comprehension of the skills and qualities most desirable in employment within professional setting whilst also providing me with an extensive insight into the ongoings and operations within the housing sector.