Norbert Boruett

Norbert, from Kenya, graduated in 2000 with a Masters in Medical Education. He studied by distance learning.

Why did you choose to study at Dundee University?

The reputation of Dundee University in the field of medical education had reached Kenya. Our administrators and the Ministry of Health agreed to work with Dundee to offer a blended course in Masters of Medical Education.

Please give a brief 'history' of your career since graduation

I have been the project manager of The Belgium Project, which has been funding the establishment of a SkillsLab for nurses and medical assistants for the last 10 years. Equally, we have been reviewing the various curricula to support innovative teaching and learning approaches - student centered, competency based learning, e-learning, and capacity building - for teachers in teaching and assessment of learning.

I have also assisted other countries such as Rwanda and Zambia, and currently we are working with Tanzania with the SkillsLab.

How has your degree helped you in the 'real world'?

I have presented a number of papers in international forums. This has been possible thanks to the Masters course which gave me a deep and critical understanding of the profession.

Because the course was delivered in a mixed mode, this prepared me to be a self-directed learner, culminating in me being a lifelong learner.

I have acquired international qualifications in e-learning and I teach online to a number of communities.

What was the most enjoyable thing about your degree and why?

It has made me an authority. I have been teaching undergraduates in some universities and they are happy with me. I supervise students - even PhD students bring their work to be appraised, though I don't have one myself.

What was your best university experience and why?

The graduation - because of the thrill

Do you have any advice for potential new students?

Dundee is great - you are lucky to be a student so use your time well.