Masters student profiles

The support of the teaching staff has enabled me to succeed

Zeyu Lin Chemistry BSc; Drug Discovery Science MSc

Zeyu Lin did his undergraduate degree in chemistry at Sheffield, then started on our Drug Discovery Science MSc to train for a role in the pharmaceutical industry.

I chose to study at Sheffield because of its modern laboratories and state-of-the-art experimental facilities

Zheyuan Chang Chemistry MSc

Zheyuan enjoyed the multicultural experience of studying Sheffield, as well as being part of a world top 100 university.

I strengthened my basic knowledge of chemistry and learned more about the areas I am interested in

Hanqing Zhou Chemistry MSc

Hanqing came to Sheffield and found a city that is well suited to Chinese students, and course that helped her develop her practical skills in chemistry.

Supportive and welcoming

Song Hee Yeo MSc(Res) Chemistry

Song Hee Yeo came from South Korea to do her undergraduate degree in our department, before progressing on to our MSc(Res) Chemistry course. She's now doing a PhD with Professor Iain Coldham.

Starting a career in renewable energy research

Daniel Cheung MSc Polymers for Advanced Technologies

Daniel did his undergraduate and masters degrees with us here in Sheffield, and is now a polymer researcher working on renewable energy.

My MSc(Res) course gave me a platform to showcase my potential

Liam Smith MSc(Res) Chemistry

Liam studied the fundamental chemistry behind artificial photosynthesis and solar energy conversion in our Lord Porter Ultrafast Laser Spectroscopy Laboratory. This led to him securing a PhD position at the University of Manchester, where he'll be working with Rolls Royce.

A boost in my career

Bryony Parker BSc Chemistry; MSc Chemistry

Bryony worked with Professor Steve Armes on a polymer science project during her masters course, which led to a publication in a Royal Society of Chemistry journal. She's now working at the interface of chemistry research and the chemical industry.

My path to a PhD

Tom Bailey MSc Chemistry

Tom boosted his practical while completing a research project based around catalysis and, as a result, has secured a PhD position at a different university.

One of the best places to study the subject

Dayang Fazirah Abg Ahmad MSc Chemistry

Once she had adjusted to life in the UK, Dayang Fazirah started to develop lots of new skills and use a range of specialist equipment to prepare her for a PhD or chemistry job after graduation.

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