After what seemed like a torturous wait my Masters results came through at the end of last week. I knew my chances were good as 5/6 of my assignments were distinctions and I’d had confirmation of a distinction from my research project dissertation but even so….I kept refreshing the Uni page until my overall grade had been confirmed. Officially a woman of distinction. You can read an overview of my project here…
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- Lived Experience Research Poster
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- Master of the Universe ish
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- Stacey Smith MSc Official!
A few acknowledgements and thank yous…
Middlesex University, including the course leaders and module tutors (none of who I ever met in real life being distance learning, but I shall visit the Uni in real life in a few months when the graduation ceremonies take place).
The Society for the Study of Addictions for awarding me a bursary.
People like the amazing woman that is Dr Sophie King-Hill, a good friend of mine but also an academic firecracker who on many occasions provided me with the boosts I needed to keep confidence in my abilities.
My partner for pushing me on and never doubting me, our daughter for giving me an excuse to be a good role model, and my family and friends who have been there when I’ve been anxious or overwhelmed.
I’ll be continuing to offer training and consultancy on a freelance basis in the interim period between my Masters and PhD. I’ll also be spending time on funding applications for the PhD offer I have for my research proposal with the University of Birmingham and I’m keen for any involvement I can have in other research projects to develop my skills further.
I’m open to new opportunities to develop and deliver training, projects, and to help out with development for social enterprises and Lived Experience Recovery Organisations related to substance use, mental health and wellbeing. I also aim to write as often as possible so my brain keeps up the momentum it has gained after all those words I’ve put down.
Thank you for reading!
Stacey
