Alumni stories
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Luke Dewe
Meet Luke. Even though Luke found academic study tough, Herts gave him an opportunity to study for a bachelor’s degree after an interview with the admissions team. He went on to graduate with first-class honours and is now working as a Physiotherapist in the NHS.
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Gabby Caroleo
Meet Gabby. Gabby was working as a Radiology Department Assistant at her local hospital but wanted to become a radiographer. She fulfilled her ambition by studying at Herts and is now working in a job she loves.
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Isio Orogun
Meet Isio. Isio’s drive to help people led her to the BSc (Hons) Diagnostic Radiography and Imaging course at Herts. She is now a Senior Radiographer in the NHS, with ambitions to become a Sonographer.
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Yasmin Ahmed
Meet Yasmin. After finding her passion for optometry at school, Yasmin applied to study MOptom Master of Optometry at Herts through Clearing. She is now a fully qualified optometrist.
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Austin Barker
Meet Austin. As a Senior Physiotherapist, Austin saw Herts as an opportunity to progress in his profession. He is now an Advanced Clinical Practitioner, working for The Hillingdon Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
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Elise Woodbridge-Colella
Meet Elise. Elise’s journey to radiotherapy began when she supported a family member receiving cancer treatment. She is now a qualified Therapeutic Radiographer, who has worked for the NHS and in the private sector.
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Andrew Bennett
Meet Andrew. He chose to complete his master’s degree at Herts because of the University’s excellent reputation and flexible programmes. In under a decade, he became the National Clinical Director for Musculoskeletal at NHS England.
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Jordan Murtagh
Meet Jordan. Driven by a passion for science and technology, he decided to move from Ireland to study radiography at Herts.
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Mark Sanderson
Meet Mark. Despite not having a bachelor’s degree, Mark was accepted on to the MSc Mental Health Recovery and Social Inclusion course as it offers opportunities to those who have experienced mental distress. He has used his studies to build on his work in the NHS.
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Sean Cloak
Meet London Ambulance Service paramedic Sean Cloak, who shares his clinical knowledge as a Visiting Lecturer.
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James Wilkinson
Meet lifesaving paramedic James Wilkinson, who shares his clinical knowledge with other students.
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Amira Guirguis
Meet Amira Guirguis discovered her passion and retrained as a pharmacist. She is currently studying towards a PhD in Pharmacy.
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Melonie Sanassy
Meet Melonie Sanassy who gained valuable work experience during her studies to make her stand out. She currently works as a pharmacist at the Royal Marsden Hospital.
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Dr Ahmed Ameer MRPharmS
Meet Dr Ahmed Ameer who has put his research into practice since graduating in 2015. He currently works as a Medication Officer and lecturers at the University of Hertfordshire.
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Khan Asghar Iqbal
Meet Khan Asghar Iqbal who is saving lives everyday as a Newly Qualified Paramedic (NQP). Khan is currently working for the Welsh Ambulance Service Trust.
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Nikunj Thakrar
Meet Nikunj Thakrar who has built a successful career as a Pharmacist since graduating in 2009. He currently works for Tesco as a Pharmacy Manager and has returned to the University as a visiting lecturer.
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Ramatu Nguru
Meet Ramutu Nguru who has excelled as a Registered Nutritionist since graduating in 2016. She currently works as a School Food Nutritionist for Herts Catering Limited (HCL).