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Why did you choose to study your course at NTU?

I chose to continue my studies at NTU because of the fantastic teaching and opportunities to get involved in extra-curricular activities that will benefit my career. NTU also has great support for students, whether it be academic or personal and so I felt like I would always be supported.

What made your mind up about studying a PG course at Brackenhurst Campus?

I previously studied BSc Wildlife Conservation at NTU, and chose to stay at Brackenhurst due to the immediate access to the countryside but also easy transport to the city! When studying a conservation course, it makes a difference being able to conduct fieldwork on campus and take time out of studying to walk through nature.

What do you enjoy most about your course?

As part of the Master of Research, I enjoy being able to focus my research on areas which most interest me, and along with the help of academic staff, I can really take the time to dive into these topics!

How do you find your modules and what have you most enjoyed studying/researching? Please tell us about any research you have been involved with during your time as a postgraduate student.

I have enjoyed furthering my research skills with statistical and GIS based modules, as well as considering the future of conservation in our species recovery module! I am currently conducting research into forest regeneration across Sherwood Forest, to assess how local and landscape scale structural features can affect the recruitment of new trees. This is a fantastic opportunity for me to hone my skills and produce a meaningful piece of research.

What do you think about the facilities available on your course and what do you use the most?

Having all of the facilities on campus located close by makes it easy to be productive! The library offers great spaces to focus and get my work done.

What do you think about Brackenhurst Campus? What do you get up to in your spare time?

I enjoy taking walks around campus and spending time around the Dew pond. There are also lots of opportunities to get involved in practical work through the Conservation Society, whether it be planting wildflowers on campus or creating ponds at a reserve!

What is your top tip for someone considering studying/living at Brackenhurst Campus?

I’d recommend making the most of living in the countryside, with walks and exploring the local area! I’d also recommend getting involved wherever you can to make more friends, such as societies or freshers events – as Brack is like a small community!

Have you been involved in any placements, work experience or volunteering as part of your course? If so, what did you do and what did you achieve?

In my spare time, I am involved in running the Global Youth Biodiversity Network UK (GYBN UK) who get young people involved in international and national biodiversity policy and enable youth ideas in decision making. My main role is to create media, whether this be educating on the ins and outs of international policy or encouraging youth to get involved!

Have you been involved in any research events or conferences during your time as a postgraduate student? If so, what did you do and what did you achieve?

On behalf of NTU and GYBN UK, I attended the United Nations Convention on Biodiversity (CBD) in Cali, Colombia to advocate for youth perspectives in decision making! Across two weeks, I attended talks, discussions and negotiations to provide ideas from UK youth and met with key government ministers to discuss future opportunities.

Why would you recommend your course to someone considering studying it?

The course content and teaching are great, and the campus enables students to put their theory into practice!

What are your plans for after the course and how do you feel your course has/will help you to achieve that goal?

After the course, I am aiming to work within the conservation sector, specifically ecosystem restoration to bring back biodiversity in the UK. I will also be ensuring that research and youth engagement remain part of work so that the future of conservation will be improved!