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Class of 2017 - Your plans after graduation

Allan Fu Chiew

Allan Fu Chiew

24 Sarawak, Malaysia - MPharm, Pharmacy

I’ve enjoyed burning the midnight oil with my friends. I was Entertainment Officer for the Hong Kong and Malaysia Society, singing and rapping on stage for Chinese New Year. I’m planning to secure a pre-reg in the UK to become a qualified Pharmacist.

Nikola Orozov

Nikola Orozov

22 Razlog, Bulgaria - MPharm Pharmacy

I was President of the Pharmacy Society, which contributed to my professional development, and I made many friends on my course and outside of it. I am looking forward to starting my pre-registration year at Leeds Teaching Hospital, and embracing life after university!

Abdulkadir Mahmud

Abdulkadir Mahmud

34 Gwarimpa, Nigeria - BA (Hons) Banking and Finance Top Up

I’ve really enjoyed my studies – and table tennis! I’ve loved meeting different people from various countries. After graduation I’m planning to further my studies by enrolling in the Master in Financial Management. Eventually I’d like to work as a financial analyst at the Stock Exchange. 

Imogen Storey

Imogen Storey

21 Bishop Auckland, England - BSc (Hons) Sports Coaching

I was Young Coach of the Year for County Durham Sport and Physical Activity. What I’ve enjoyed the most at University is learning new skills in a variety of subjects. After graduation I plan to relax – but not for long, I want to study for a Masters! 

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Anna Finuliar

Anna Finuliar

21 Sunderland, England - BSc (Hons) Biomedical Sciences

I have always enjoyed meeting new people, and I was involved in volunteering during my time at the University. My Placement year, helping at a local hospital, made me realise what I want to do after graduation. Now I plan to work as a Biomedical Scientist in the NHS.

Phoebe Ng Sook Ying

Phoebe Ng Sook Ying

29 Ipoh, Malaysia - MPharm, Pharmacy

I competed in BUCS (British University and College Sports) and got to know many friends around the world, as part of the Dance Squad, Badminton Team and Swimming Team. I have secured my pre-registration in Bradford. My aim is to be a charming Pharmacist!

Emma Goodchild

Emma Goodchild

22 Durham, England - BSc (Hons) Computing with Sandwich Year

In my industrial placement year I worked at Nissan UK in Information Systems. I gained valuable skills that I can use in the future. After graduation I have post as a Software Engineer at Accenture. In my first two weeks I’ll be working in Madrid – which I'm really looking forward to.

Jean Lubuma Mwakiel

Jean Lubuma Mwakiel

51 Republic of Congo - BSc (Hons) Mathematics Education

I really enjoyed my placement at a school in Wingate. I taught Maths to students aged 11–18 years. After graduation I hope to get a job in teaching. My background is in economics and I love maths, so I decided I’d become a teacher to inspire young people to love maths too.

Elena Bell

Elena Bell

22 West London, England - BA (Hons) Business and Management

I’ve really enjoyed how friendly everyone at the University is. I’ve met some great people over the last three years. I am planning on having a chilled out summer, spending time with family. I’ll maybe treat myself to a holiday - and then I’ll get myself sorted with a job!

Kristiana Ivanova

Kristiana Ivanova

21 Ruse, Bulgaria - BA (Hons) Public Relations

I’ve enjoyed meeting so many amazing people from all around the world. I was a volunteer at the Bulgarian Red Cross, and here I was involved with the British Red Cross and Age UK. I’m moving to London, where I have been offered several opportunities in PR.

Jason Su

Jason Su

21 Manchester, England - MPharm Pharmacy

I’ve enjoyed meeting and socialising with people from around the world. I’ve also been living away from home, so I was able to learn about independence. After graduation, I will be returning home to Manchester to complete my training as a pharmacist working for Community Pharmacies UK.

Adam Woods

Adam Woods

20 Spennymoor, England - BSc (Hons) Sports Coaching

While I’ve been at the University I’ve been participating and coaching the swimming and water polo team. I would like to develop my personal training business - improving the overall health and well being of the region.

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Regiliene Bartolome

Regieline Bartolome

21 West London, England - BA (Hons) Business and Management

I’ve really enjoyed how friendly everyone at the University is. I’ve met some great people over the last three years. I am planning on having a chilled out summer, spending time with family. I’ll maybe treat myself to a holiday - and then I’ll get myself sorted with a job!

Morggen Turner

Morggen Turner

32 Sunderland, England - BA (Hons) Business and Management

I’ve loved pushing my limits and realising my own potential. I’ve done lots of volunteering for the University, and I’ve been a Student Buddy, a Student Rep and a Peer Coach. After graduation I hope to get my dream job in operations management.

Rachel Ng

Rachel Ng

23 Selangor, Malaysia - BSc (Hons) Physiological science

University life really changes you as a person! I have met the most wonderful friends, and I’ve been a member of the Sunderland Dance Squad, becoming a Street Dance Coach in my final year. I will be pursuing a Masters in Neuroscience in the UK, travelling the world and, of course, dancing.

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