Feb. 25, 2026

Tips for new psychology Masters students (with Jordan Turner)

Tips for new psychology Masters students (with Jordan Turner)
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Calling new psychology Masters students - this episode is for you! Bron completed the 5+1 Masters & is now completing a Master of Clinical Psychology, and Jordan completed an Educational/Developmental Masters. In this episode, we share what we wish we knew before starting our Masters and our best tips for making it through the course.

We chat about:
👉🏽 Why learning matters far more than grades
👉🏻 How Masters is the safest time to try out different approaches
👉 The realities of juggling work and placements
👉🏿 The importance of asking for help early

Guest: Jordan Turner, Educational & Developmental Psychologist

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CREDITS

Producer: Michael English

Music: Home

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