‘I wanted to give myself an
advantage against other
candidates and distinguish
myself to future employers.
Portsmouth was one of the
few universities that provide
MSc Engineering Geology, in
addition to this I preferred
the modern style of teaching
from this university. I’ve
learnt to take advantage of
opportunities; technical skills
that will aid me in industry,
and ways to improve my CV to
best communicate to future
employers.’
‘There is massive support
and resources available
through the supervision
team, Library and Graduate
School. I have learned a lot
through the training courses
provided by the Graduate
School.’
Mahmoud Elmarzouky
PhD Accounting and Financial
Management
Michael Moroney
MSc Engineering Geology
‘I wanted to gain
more knowledge and
professional advice on
my interests, in a formal
way. My course is a
taught Master’s with a
combination of research
and practical application.
I have been able to get
substantial support from
my tutors and friends
that I have made at the
University.’
Tolani Olabamiji
MA Interior Design
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‘I owe all my success to my
time at the University. On
top of earning my degrees,
my work has been rewarded
with competitive internal
and external funding as well
as a national undergraduate
award for an essay, and the
opportunity to go and do a
work placement with the BBC
in Senegal.’
Danielle Hayter
PhD Area Studies, History, Politics and
Literature (ESRC South Coast Doctoral
Training Partnership)
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