Science Communication: Student profiles

Meet current students and recent graduates from our Science Communication MSc as they share their experiences of studying at Sheffield and what they went on to do after their degree.

Photo of Science Communication graduate, Ananthapathmanabhan M S

Ananthapathmanabhan - my science communication career

Ananthapathmanabhan M S Now: Senior Editorial Assistant, Office of Communications, Indian Institute of Science

Ananthapathmanabhan came from India to study Science Communication and gained the skills he needed to kick-start his career as a science writer and podcast producer.

I focussed my research project on my interests in Psychology

Gemma Nield-Atkinson MSc Science Communication

After completing her undergraduate degree in Psychology here at Sheffield, Gemma was keen to learn how to share research in an accessible way. During her Science Communication MSc research project, Gemma was able to work with academics in the School of Psychology to create useful outputs informing different audiences about addiction.

Applying my experience at an exciting tech start-up

Alex Stockham Science Communication MSc

For the final project of his Science Communication MSc course, Alex chose to make a documentary that followed an investigation into the weather in Sheffield; the findings of this have recently been published in a high profile journal.

The MSc was perfect for me

Bethany Torr Science Communication MSc

Bethany’s MSc in Science Communication gave her the skills necessary to become the Campaigns and Advocacy Officer at the national blood cancer charity, Leukaemia Care.

I will use the skills I developed for the rest of my career

Marni Brennan Science Communication MSc

Marni joined the Wellcome Trust graduate scheme after completing the Science Communication MSc. Marni now uses the skills she developed on the course every day, working with partners like the World Health Organization to challenge policy and strengthen health research.

The training I received has made my goals possible

Jonathan Cooke Science Communication MSc

It was during his undergraduate studies here at Sheffield that Jonathan realised that his passion sat within science communication and communicating to those who can bring about direct change in scientific research.

My placement was fun, educational and rewarding

Gege Li Science Communication MSc

Gege completed a placement here at Sheffield during her Science Communication MSc degree, allowing her to put her new skills into practice to develop online stories showcasing the university's research. Since graduating, Gege has completed an internship with Chemistry World and now continues to do freelance work for the publication.