PhD Chemistry
I came to the University of Aberdeen in 2001 to study for my undergraduate MChem Chemistry degree and when the opportunity came up for my PhD I couldn’t say no.
My PhD is industry sponsored so it has given me the chance to see research from both an industrial and academic point of view. I have also enjoyed the opportunity to demonstrate within undergraduate laboratories and be involved in some of the programmes run within the department trying to inspire school children into science. My PhD has also enabled me to enhance my skills through the ASPIRE generic skills training programme as I have attended courses on presentation, leadership and communication. Even now nearly 8 years since I arrived as a wide-eyed fresher I still find new things to do in the city and one of my favourite events is the ChemSoc annual BBQ at Balmedie Beach. The variety of excellent golf courses in the area has also inspired me to learn how to play (if what I can do could be called that).
The staff and student in the Chemistry department have been warm and welcoming during my time here in Aberdeen and I couldn’t think of a better place to do my PhD.