Interview with Yang Kang —
BSc (Hons) Podiatry
About you
“I am Yang Sern Kang and a 21 year old
BSc (Hons) Podiatry student from
Subang Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia.”
Why did you choose to study in
Edinburgh/Scotland?
“I think Scotland is home to some of the
most stunning landscapes in the UK,
along with its unique culture and
traditions. Everyone knows about kilts,
bagpipe players or ceilidh dances, and
even the Loch Ness Monster legend, but
there is more to Scotland than these
iconic elements.
“Scotland is known for its friendly
welcome, and that’s no myth. Scottish
people are glad to help people from all
over the world, giving a warm welcome,
along with their distinct accent.
has with the NHS across Scotland. I
stand by QMU’s approach to learning
and teaching by believing that clinical
practice and experience (placement) are
of major importance. QMU appreciates
that clinical practice is core to healthcare
and therefore helps students prepare
from year one, unlike the other
universities.”
What has been the highlight of the
course for you so far?
“The most interesting part of the course
is clinical placement. We get practical
hands-on experience in preparation for
practice by treating real patients and
trying to diagnose their problems and
complaints accurately. It’s enjoyable to
have conversations with your patients
and just share our experiences.”
“I would say the best experience I’ve had
in Scotland so far was visiting the
Highlands and Isle of Skye, where I was
offered breathtaking views of snow-
capped mountains and experienced
thick snow for the first time. I’m only in
Year Two, so I still have plenty of time to
visit the wonders that Scotland has to
offer and I look forward to travelling on
the iconic Hogwart’s Express.”
Why did you choose to study BSc
(Hons) Podiatry at QMU?
“I chose podiatry because of its
specialisation in the lower limb. This
includes a range of clinical practices
such as diabetes, sports injuries,
biomechanics, nail surgery, wound care,
paediatrics, biomechanics and orthotic
manufacture. This will open up a
spectrum of roles and a lifetime full of
opportunity.
“I see podiatry as a profession on the
rise, especially in Malaysia where one
fifth of the population have or had
diabetes due to our diet rich in
carbohydrates.
“I also chose to study the course at
QMU because it is approved and
recognised by the Health and Care
Professions Council (HCPC) and this is
strengthened by the excellent links QMU
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