Postgraduate alumni

Our postgraduate alumni share their University experiences and where they are now.

Jac, a graduate of the MSc Energy, Society and Sustainability programme, discusses the importance of building relationships and stepping out of your comfort zone at university.

Kaja discusses being taught by some of the UK's leading researchers within the MSc Energy, Society and Sustainability programme, and why you should make the most of the resources available to you at university.

Gail shares how a dissertation project in the MSc Marine Systems and Policies programme led to her securing a contract to work at COP26.

Lauren discusses the benefits of keeping in touch with people after university and building upon the knowledge and skills gained from her degree in MSc Energy, Society and Sustainability.

Luis discusses his motivations for choosing to study Marine Systems and Policies and how his masters experience inspired him to start his PhD.

Cameron, an MSc GeoEnergy graduate, discusses the challenges and rewards of working in a fast paced industry and the importance of a dissertation to a potential employer.

Alexa, an MSc Environmental Protection and Management graduate, discusses the importance of networking, utilizing your lecturers connections and finding family in friends.

As a graduate of MSc Marine Systems and Policies, Calum shares how putting yourself out there throughout your studies can help you find your dream role.

Rebekah Harries, a former PhD student in Sedimentology, talks about her climate research and finding a supportive community.

Laura Young, a former student of MSc Environmental Protection and Management, talks about taking advantage of opportunities and being prepared to take on any challenge, however uncomfortable.

Valentina DaCosta discusses completing her MSc Marine Systems and Policies programme in the middle of the Covid-19 pandemic.

Audrey shares her experience of studying the MSc Environmental Sustainability.

Win Sim shares his experience of studying the MSc Environmental Protection and Management.

Emma shares her experience of studying the MSc Energy, Society and Sustainability.

Robert shares the motivation to pursue a purpose-driven career and why that led him to Edinburgh.

After completing an MSc in Carbon Management, Erika was invited to lecture on the programme before joining the teaching team full-time and completing a PgCert and PhD.

MSc Geographical Information Science graduate, Richard, gives us an insight into life after graduation

Rosa shares her experience of studying an MSc in Environment and Development.

Angus shares his experience of returning to education after 32 years.