Health Science Reviews

by Noku-Lunga Ndima

The past three years have been a blur. I feel as if I’ve dreamt my way into adulthood whilst being stuck in the mind of a child.  At the beginning of the year, I was nervous, as could be expected when beginning a new journey. I would look around at my fellow honour students and wonder how they knew the content. I felt as if there was some course between undergrad and honours that I had missed. “I would ask myself where did they learn this”?

The general techniques course made me question my worthiness in being accepted into this degree. The only thing I truly knew was that I wanted to pursue this degree so I could get a job that would make me money. However, I was uncertain about whether I would truly be happy in the field of forensics or even pass this honours year.

Fortunately, I met classmates who felt the same way and together we studied and improved our knowledge. I realised that I wasn’t the only person who doubted their capabilities. I learned that I was more than I gave myself credit for. As the year progressed so did my resilience.

Although nothing can ever dispel the lingering insecurity regarding what I know and still need to learn. I can confidently state that I have learned a lot this year. Not only have I improved as a student, I have also learned more about my aspirations in life. This year has taught me the value of hard work and companionship. I no longer ask myself “Where did they learn this?” I know that I can learn anything I set my mind to.