Student stories

There's a group of 15 of us that continue to still see each other weekly almost 10 years on from graduation. It's the people that made Surrey incredibly special and still does.

The course was rigorous and up to date with industry trends. With a strong emphasis on hands-on, practical work - not just theory. That practical experience has proven incredibly useful in my current role and continues to shape how I approach real-world problems.

Surrey was where my perspective shifted. Surrounded by diverse voices, I found the desire to explore the world not just to see more, but to understand more, lead with heart, and grow beyond boundaries. Over 15 years in Asia and still exploring

My degree from Surrey gave me a strong foundation in understanding the psychological aspects of health, taught me valuable research skills, and helped me grow more confident in applying theory to real-world settings.

Transparency enables efficiency. If it's bad news, give it to me raw, so we may resolve it well and quickly.

Mantra:  Embrace the turbulence. Patience. Onwards.

I have fantastic memories of my time at Surrey. My degree course gave me the opportunity to travel abroad, find friends for life and develop the foundation of skills from which I have developed my career to date. I am excited to join the Surrey Leaders network to help other graduates get the most out of their experience at the University

I am passionate about shaping a workplace where every individual thrives.

It was while studying at the University of Surrey that I realised I could connect my love of nature to my fascination with people, opening up a range of career opportunities where I have been able to put my learning to good use and make positive change for people and planet.