Lectures at RCSI provide students with the information and knowledge needed to excel in their medical profession. The lecture format enables students to better understand material by including interactive elements such as questionnaires, mnemonic devices and time to clarify any confusion

Topics and modules at RCSI range from medicinal chemistry to personal and professional identity, all encompassing important clinical skills that students will eventually apply in practice.

Throughout my foundation year and brief Med1 time, I have enjoyed learning about personal and professional identity. Topics in this module include consent and confidentiality, history taking and patient care. I have enjoyed this module because I have gained new knowledge and developed my interpersonal skills. The self-growth I have achieved will enhance multiple aspects of my life within the medical field and in my future endeavours. To narrow it down further, I especially enjoyed the lecture on the importance and development of a growth mindset. This can be described as continually learning from experiences and understanding that novel situations are not something to shy away from, but rather opportunities to learn. Applying this mindset has allowed me to grow into an individual I would not have imagined before attending this lecture.

The overall lecture setting at RCSI is a great system that sets students up for success, and I have been very satisfied so far. While personal and professional identity may be my favourite module to date, all modules taught offer an array of knowledge to students. The knowledge and skills gained will inevitably serve all students well within their future practice.