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Student Profiles
Tom Pienkowski - Final Year BSc Environmental
Conservation
"Although the whole four years at Bangor have been fantastic I wanted to talk about the ‘year out’ or year in industry that I took last year. Through a little bit of luck and a lot of generosity of time from individuals within the department, I was able to arrange a really exiting year away; one which I’m now seeing the rewards of as I apply for Masters programs and jobs for when I finish my course in June."
Stephen Ramage - Graduated in BSc Forestry
"Nearly 5 years on from graduation I am finding the logistics and fast pace involved in modern commercial forestry to be both demanding and satisfying. I am responsible for delivering a large timber income budget from the North of Scotland as well as ensuring that the growing timber crop is adequately managed and established."
Frank Agyei - Graduated in MSc Conservation and Land Management
"I opted for Conservation and Land Management as my second year course as part of a two-year Erasmus Mundus double degree program. Initially, I thought I was over influenced by friends to come to Bangor University but things got clearer after attending a few lectures."
James Regan - Graduated in BSc Environmental Science
"I finished my BSc in Environmental Science at Bangor in 2001 after three great years of studying (and some occasional socialising). The course was really enjoyable and I especially liked the modules which involved chemistry, although I also really liked being out & about on field trips!"
Mark Malpass - Graduated in PhD Microbiology in Poultry Production
"Towards the end of my PhD I was offered the position of Technical Manager at Lloyds Animal Feeds. The role has a wide scope of responsibilities ranging from Animal Nutrition and Feed Safety, through to Pollution control and Environmental issues. Therefore, the diverse skill-set that I have gained over the course of my studies at Bangor have given me the essential skills that I’ve needed in my current role."
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Hosen Alam - Graduated in MSc Agroforestry
"I came across the advert for my first job on SENRGy’s notice board. I strongly admire Bangor University’s efforts in helping students with job hunting, life-long learning courses (CV writing, statistical education etc.), and weekly seminar series. I definitely say ‘yes’ to anyone who seeks advice with regard to enrolment at Bangor University."
Charlotte Wells - Environmental Conservation
"We get the opportunity to go on many field trips, and I really enjoy them. It’s very interesting to get the chance to incorporate the environment around you into the course your studying. The lecturers are all very helpful, they make the effort to see you as soon as possible if you have any problems."
Richard Belcher - Forestry
"I heard about the university from a lecturer at college, he’d studied Forestry here and highly recommended the course. I then came here on an open day, and really liked it. Not many universities offer a course in Forestry, and the facilities here are great."
Danielle Lea-Smith -
Graduated in BSc Forestry
"Following graduation, I took a one-year job as a graduate forester with the National Forest Company, which is creating woodlands in former coal mining country. I now have two part-time roles; with the Forestry Commission in Merseyside and with Heartwoods, the West Midlands’ woodland and forestry initiative."
Mary-Kate Jones - MSc Conservation and Land Management
After graduating from Bangor University, with a 2:1 in Applied Terrestrial and Marine Ecology, I worked locally as an Environmental surveyor before returning to Bangor to study for an MSc in Conservation and Land Management.
Andrew Peach - Masters of Environmental Science
So far the highlight of this degree has to be the Residential Field trip to Tenerife where we spent a week collecting samples of soil, identifying adapted plant species and generally getting to know our peers and lecturers better
Natalie Chivers- Environmental Science
I think I knew I wanted to come to study at Bangor as soon as I visited the Open Day! I think my highlights of the course so far have definitely been meeting amazing people that share similar interests and learning so many new things.
Ben Pattle - BA Geography
The best thing about Geography and Bangor for me is the diversity of the local area and the proximity to the most valuable resources for the course - which is the outdoors! Every time you visit places on field trips there is always a member of staff there who really knows what they’re talking about, and across the school many of the staff are leading experts in the field of study they teach.
Jennifer Tyson - BSc Agriculture, Conservation and Environment
Jennifer Tyson, 21, from Cheshire attended Helsby High School. She is now in her 3rd year of a BSc degree in Agriculture, Conservation and Environment.
David Beaton - BSc Agriculture, Conservation and Environment
My studies at Bangor prepared me for employment by providing me with a broad understanding of agriculture, conservation and environment. When I started at my current job I knew nothing about cotton but the skills
Raju Acharya - MSc Agro Forestry
I graduated from Bangor in Agro-forestry (2nd year of the SUTROFOR Program) in 2008. Well-known professors and lecturers, excellent administrators, a well equipped library and lecture room, cooperative and helpful local students, interesting modules and projects, combined with a landscape of sea and mountains are the key characteristics of the University. All of these combined mean that I will remain an appreciative and true friend of Bangor University for ever.
Nicole Giglia - BSc Applied Terrestrial & Marine Ecology
Nicole is currently studying on the International Study Programme in Environmental Science and Forestry at the University of Eastern Finland in Joensuu
Lauren Kelly - Geography
Lauren graduated in 2008 with a 1st class honours in Geography
"I feel like I owe a lot to Cled and the Geography team back in Bangor. From day one they looked after me. I could not have wished for a more supportive and friendly team to support me through my under graduate degree and feel that my time at Bangor was the main reason I got as far as I am now!"
Fru Parsons - MSc Conservation and Land Management
"The skills that I was taught at Bangor turned out to be a lifesaver. The baseline knowledge and skills involved with overall land management and the ability to write management plans and reports allowed me to succeed. On a side note, don’t forget to flex your social muscles. Social skills and enthusiasm are just as important if not more so than academic knowledge. My boss has told me that above all else he looks for enthusiasm and you won’t be able to portray this across without good social skills – remember this! Work hard and play hard – I know I did."
Barry Roberts
"I chose Bangor for many reasons, but mainly it was down the reputation of the Forestry department and the landscape which surrounds it. My main interest was within Community Forestry and the course offered me the flexibility to concentrate part of my studies in this area."
Ed Clark - BSc Forestry
"Set
between the Snowdonia National Park and the Menai Straits, Bangor is the ideal
location for those who love the great outdoors. With large forests such as
Newborough and Gwydyr within close proximity, I found that it was the perfect
location for studying forestry.
Sally Walker - BSc Environmental Conservation
"The best thing about the degree was the field trips. The university is set in perfect surroundings for looking at
what you’re studying. The final year trip to
Dave Trice -
Environmental Planning and Management BA
"My three, action packed, years at Bangor University ended in 2009 with a 2:1 BA honours degree in Environmental Planning and Management (EPM); a unique exciting take on geography and the environment that is not offered by most universities. "
William Malcolm - Forestry
"The school is easy going and all the lecturers are approachable and in many cases are world experts in their specific field. I doubt anywhere in the UK offers the same scope in terms of geographical setting as Bangor, meaning things you learn about are pretty much on the doorstep."
Rajiv Daniel Sidhav - Why study Geography at Bangor?
The study of Geography, with all its concepts and theories, is an enlightening experience in itself. Throw in all of the benefits that Bangor, and the whole of North Wales has to offer, and you’re talking about a degree with an edge.
Rebekah Bell - My Freshers Week Diary
I arrived on Saturday 20th September, with my parents and brother. As we drove through the streets of Bangor I began to get apprehensive, ‘what would my flat mates be like?’ ‘Had I chosen the right course?’ ‘Was this the right university?’...the list of questions increased as we neared the entrance to the Ffriddoedd site. I think my parents were almost as nervous as I was. Find out more by reading the entries in my Welcome Week Diary....
Chris Duncan - Graduated from BSc Forestry in 2008
I enjoyed my time at Bangor as the course offered a good range of modules covering all aspects of forestry as well as the wider environment. The mix of field and classroom based teaching made the course varied and inspiring. The staff were friendly, helpful and gave informative lectures based on both current research and first-hand experience.
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Anna Kaye Jones - BSc Environmental Science and MSc Conservation and Land Management
The standard of lecturing at Bangor is very high, with lecturers always willing to give time to help students. The School of Environment, Natural Resources and Geography is a friendly and supportive department, which is conducive to learning. Bangor itself is a very student orientated city with great night life which can also boast fantastic beaches close by. I enjoyed my time at Bangor so much that I returned to the University to do an MSc course.
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Laura Crook - BSc Environmental Conservation
Bangor is a homely city and always has a friendly atmosphere, it’s easy to make friends with people across a wide range of degrees.
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Helen Marie Meatcher – Masters in Marine Environmental Protection
"The MSc in Marine Environmental Protection at Bangor University is widely regarded as a high quality vocational course for this field. Having discussed the course content with Dr John Turner, the course director, I was keenly interested in subjects and training provided.
"Through my course I had exposure to staff that are among the best in their field and so lectures were of a high standard. Students are taught current methodology and concepts."
Damien Varley - Applied Marine Biology
Damien Varley, 20 from Leeds in his 2nd year of Applied Marine Biology.
"Imagine what you think of it and its better, trust me. The lecturers are laid back, easy to talk to and most of all they really know their stuff. There are a few legends you will get to know really well. A couple of my lecturers even gave their own published books as extra reading.
"If I could go back and start again at a different university I wouldn’t."
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Antonia Alice Cox – Joint Honours in Marine Biology and Oceanography
Antonia Alice Cox from Newport, South Wales is in her second year studying a joint honours course in Marine Biology and Oceanography.
"I’ve been interested in marine biology since I was six, or so my dad would tell you from an even younger age. I chose to study here as this university was reputed to have the best marine biology department in Europe. Why go anywhere else other than the best? Not to mention that I love sports and Bangor seems to be equipped to accommodate all tastes and allow opportunity for trying out new things."
David Tarrant - MSc. Marine Environmental Protection
"Since joining Royal Haskoning I think I have used an element of every single module directly in my work as a marine environmental scientist.
"I'm grateful for all the help and support I received during my time at Bangor, I believe it to be the most defining year of my life so far and certainly the one in which I achieved the most."
Dan Wood - MSc. in Aquaculture, Shellfish Biology and Fisheries
"A lot of the MSc. course was centred on training to become a professional scientist. I’m now using this training everyday. I’ve just been promoted and really love the fact that my job uses a wide variety of my skills."
Vicky Williams - BSc Ecology
Vicky, 21 from Hertfordshire is a third year BSc Ecology student.
"I wanted to be near both the sea and a National Park. I came to Bangor for an interview and then again on an Open Day and just fell in love with the place.
"My favourite part of the course is the practicals and field trips. Bangor is well sited for fieldwork because it’s so close to a variety of habitats. I especially enjoy the opportunity of working at Treborth Botanical Gardens, It gives me good fieldwork experience."
Robert Ward - Zoology
Robert Ward, 20 from Chessington in Surrey is studying Zoology.
"I heard about Bangor from searching for Zoology courses, specifically those that had an element for Herpetology. I chose to study here firstly for the course, and its good focus on Herpetology, and secondly for the surroundings. What can be better than having mountains, the sea and great pubs?
"The best thing about the course is probably the field trips, and the amount of experience that can be gained from some of the lecturers."
Lindsay Peppin -PhD in Wildlife Forensic
Lindsay Peppin, of County Durham is studying a funded PhD in Wildlife Forensics.
" The best thing about being a student in Bangor would have to be the thriving postgraduate community- that’s aside from the stunning location and first class teaching."Lindsay Peppin, of County Durham is studying a funded PhD in Wildlife Forensics.
" The best thing about being a student in Bangor would have to be the thriving postgraduate community- that’s aside from the stunning location and first class teaching."
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