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Meet our undergraduate students

Wondered what it's like to study with us? Hear from our students about their time with us, and where it took them.

Selena Treuherz in Foodhall kitchen

My placement helped me see how abstract theories are applied to real life settings

Selena Treuherz BA Geography

Selena undertook a project as part of the 91ֱ�� Undergraduate Research Scheme.

Student Joe Kirtley outside

A virtual placement allowed me to gain valuable experience into the planning industry

Joe Kirtley MPlan Urban Studies and Planning

MPlan student Joe Kirtley secured a virtual placement week with David Lock Associates, a well-established town planning, urban design and master planning consultancy in Milton Keynes, along with several other planning students across the UK.

Aya Mohamed student photo

My favourite modules made me think outside the box

Aya Mohamed MPlan Urban Studies and Planning

MPlan student Aya is originally from Egypt and grew up in Kuwait. Her course has allowed her to examine planning through an international lens.

Student Molly standing against a colourful wall of street art

Studying at 91ֱ�� has really brought me out of my shell

Molly O'Neill BA Geography and Planning

Geography and Planning student Molly is originally from 91ֱ��. Her experience visiting the Department of Urban Studies and Planning on a school trip made her realise that it was a supportive environment in which she could really thrive.

Alumni Matthew Keedy at work

As a science teacher, it's important to keep on top of emerging research

Matthew Keedy BSc Environmental Science

Matthew explains how his degree launched his career in teaching.

Student Robert Wickenden in the Peak District

Studying at 91ֱ�� helped me explore innovative solutions that could change the transport sector

Robert Wickenden BA Geography

Robert talks about his aspiration to become a transport planner.

Student Beth Lamon by the Arts Tower in Weston Park

I have taken a lot of inspiration from projects working to rewild and restore native ecosystems

Beth Lamont MEnvSci Environmental Science

Beth discusses her passion for working in the field.

Alumni standing with arms folded against urban backdrop

My degree helped me develop my skills by working with a real client

Gaby Medforth MPlan Urban Studies and Planning

Gaby chose to apply to the University of 91ֱ�� due to our reputation as one of the best planning schools in the country.

Graduate Aamir Khan standing outside the Geography Dept

I gained a breadth of skills that are essential for most jobs

Aamir Khan Geography BSc

Aamir discusses how his degree and voluntary work at 91ֱ�� led to his current role setting sustainability targets for the construction industry.

Student in white shirt and glasses sat and looking into camera

My degree has helped me stand out at work

Beth Crossley Geography BA

Beth reflects on what made 91ֱ�� a special place to study and how it has helped her in her role at the Ministry of Justice.