Undergraduate student profiles

Our students go on to great things, working for some of the world's top companies. Many of our students return to provide seminars in partnership with us on cutting edge related topics and work with us to arrange student networking events.

The placement has allowed me to really understand the content of my 1st and 2nd years.

Samuel Jackson BEng Materials Sciences and Engineering with a Year in Industry

Samuel is doing his placement at Airbus Defence and Space in Stevenage

I loved every minute of my studies. I felt supported and was given the opportunity to really enjoy my degree and perform the best I could.

Latham Haigh MEng Materials Science and Engineering (Research)

Latham graduated in 2021 and is now studying for his PhD in the Department where he is investigating the effects of radiation on the durability of radioactive ceramic wasteforms.

Flexibility within the department gave me the opportunity to explore the different aspects of materials science and engineering.

Amie Lee Materials Science and Engineering with a Year in Industry

Amie graduated in 2022 and is now working as a packaging technologist for Mondelēz International.

I love the practical side of engineering and the materials labs are so diverse.

Melisha Barboza BEng Materials Science and Engineering

Melisha initially didn't know which field she wanted to study but felt materials science and engineering would allow her to explore a diverse range of subjects.

I chose materials science and engineering because of its ability to incorporate maths and all the sciences.

Luke Palmer MEng Material Science and Engineering

Luke really enjoys the hands-on aspect of the course especially the practical side of engineering and the materials labs. He thinks the facilities and the friendly welcoming atmosphere make Sheffield one of the top places to study materials science in the country.

I'm eternally grateful for all of the support I've received from the University of Sheffield, which has allowed me to secure my dream job

Patrick Anderson MEng Chemical Engineering with a Year in Industry

Patrick is a final year Undergrad and has secured a graduate role at ExxonMobil, where he completed his Year in Industry

A day in the life of a chemical engineering student

Chalisa Pusitdhikul MEng Chemical Engineering with a Year in Industry

Chalisa Pusitdhikul, from Thailand, is studying MEng Chemical Engineering with a Year in Industry and tells us about a typical day.

I've developed a strong set of skills and professional business acumen, with lots of knowledge and unique experience relevant to working for an SME

Román Rocha Lawrence MEng Bioengineering

Bioengineering graduate Román started work at Elaros just two weeks after graduating, having nurtured a relationship with the company for several months.

At Sheffield I made lifelong friends and received a great education that has prepared me well for the work I currently do.

James Bromley MEng Materials Science and Engineering

It was at the start of August 2018 that I got a call for interview at UKAEA and I started there as a contractor two weeks later. In early 2020 my position was made permanent. Throughout this time, I have been managing projects with growing confidence and levels of responsibility as I gain experience within the role.

Proper science means you don’t know exactly what’s going to happen. At first that can be a bit scary, but your experience will guide you through.

Chris Morris Currently a member of the Centre for Doctoral Training for Nuclear Energy Futures

Chris studied Materials Science with Nuclear Engineering and has gone on to join the Centre for Doctoral Training in Nuclear Energy Futures.

School of Chemical, Materials and Biological Engineering

School of Chemical, Materials and Biological Engineering

Undergraduate student profiles

The placement has allowed me to really understand the content of my 1st and 2nd years.

I loved every minute of my studies. I felt supported and was given the opportunity to really enjoy my degree and perform the best I could.

Flexibility within the department gave me the opportunity to explore the different aspects of materials science and engineering.

I love the practical side of engineering and the materials labs are so diverse.

I chose materials science and engineering because of its ability to incorporate maths and all the sciences.

I'm eternally grateful for all of the support I've received from the University of Sheffield, which has allowed me to secure my dream job

A day in the life of a chemical engineering student

I've developed a strong set of skills and professional business acumen, with lots of knowledge and unique experience relevant to working for an SME

At Sheffield I made lifelong friends and received a great education that has prepared me well for the work I currently do.

Proper science means you don’t know exactly what’s going to happen. At first that can be a bit scary, but your experience will guide you through.

Undergraduate student profiles

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