Postgraduate student profiles

Hear from our past postgraduate students and find out more about what they've gone on to achieve since their time at Sheffield.

This course has been a useful step in helping me prepare for my career as a Surgeon

Nooruldeen Al-Asali MSc Human Anatomy with Education

As an intercalating medical student, the MSc allowed Nooruldeen to develop practical skills that he can now apply as a doctor, including the dissection experience that will be beneficial as he pursues a surgical career.

The skills I picked up at Sheffield played a significant role in my employability

Abinaya Ramesh MSc Human and Molecular Genetics

Thanks to the technical skills she gained on her course, including molecular cloning, Abinaya is now taking the first steps to pursue her dream of becoming a geneticist.

The MRes allowed me to pursue my passion for tropical ecology

Benjamin Birch MRes Ecology and Environment

Benjamin's field course to Malaysian Borneo as part of his undergraduate studies at Sheffield inspired him to continue his studies with an MRes in the school. Benjamin loved working with postgraduate students from all around the world who shared his passion for tropical forest ecology and conservation throughout his masters.

The course director helped me to get to where I am today

Khushboo Malhotra MSc Molecular Biology and Biotechnology

Khushboo is now a Microbiology Laboratory Technician at Isopharm here in Sheffield, using the lab techniques she learnt on her course every day, and teaching her colleagues how to use them too!

My year studying Molecular Biology and Biotechnology MSc

Linshu Xiong Molecular Biology and Biotechnology MSc

Linshu was looking for a hands-on masters course to build on her undergraduate studies in biotechnology. This course gave Linshu technical skills training including how to use industry-standard lab equipment, ready to pursue a PhD.

I wanted to become more knowledgeable in my field of ecological consultancy

Yeh Chi MSc Biodiversity and Conservation

Following his undergraduate degree, Yeh worked for Taiwan Rivers Network but soon discovered how much he'd benefit from gaining high-level skills in conservation and biodiversity through a masters. After his supervisor recommended Sheffield, Yeh came to study with us and has loved getting close to nature in the Peak District.

I draw upon what I learned at Sheffield pretty much every day

Niall Bradshaw BSc Biology with a Modern Language (now BSc Biology)

Niall's final year research project really helped to set the direction for what he wanted to do next. Niall chose to stay in Sheffield after his BSc, completing an MRes, followed by a PhD. Niall now works for the Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs and draws upon what he learned at Sheffield almost every day.

From BSc Zoology to a career in genomics

Lizzie Waddilove MSc Human and Molecular Genetics

Whilst studying BSc Zoology at Sheffield, Lizzie became interested in genomics and its applications to human health. Thanks to the in-depth laboratory training Lizzie received on the Human and Molecular Genetics MSc, she's now secured a job at the prestigious Francis Crick Institute in London.

My research project allowed me to investigate ethnic inclusivity within anatomical science modules

Natasha Noel-Barker MSc Human Anatomy with Education

Natasha’s research project allowed her to investigate ethnic inclusivity within anatomical science modules. She hopes that her research will make a positive contribution to the experiences of future students and ensure that their voices are heard.

The MSc gave me the skills I need to kick-start my career in biotechnology

Nataya Deans MSc Genomic Approaches to Drug Discovery

Nataya wanted a masters course that would give her the skills and intensive training she needed to pursue a career in biotechnology. During her course, Nataya learnt various laboratory techniques, statistical programming, bioinformatics, and how to use scientific databases and high-throughput technology. Thanks to this experience, Nataya has now completing a PhD here in Sheffield.

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