Graduate stories
Our graduates are working globally in companies like AECOM, EY and Deloitte as well as government departments and organisations like the United Nations Environment Programme.
Eunice Bernal, MSc Environmental Leadership and Management
Eunice talks about her experience studying MSc Environmental Leadership and Management – and shines an inspiring light on how geography relates to so many aspects of our lives.
Otavio works at the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change in Brazil as an Environmental Analyst. He talks about what skills his master's gave him and how he uses these skills in his job.
Syeda Warda Ahmed, MSc Environmental Leadership and Management
Syeda Warda Ahmed
I completed my MSc Environmental Leadership and Management in 2023. After earning my BSc in Environmental Science, I realised that many environmental issues are deeply rooted in social challenges. I wanted to gain the leadership and management skills to help drive meaningful change, and Nottingham’s holistic, practical approach to sustainability education was exactly what I needed.
The course transformed how I think and work. It wasn’t just about theory or exams. We tackled real-world problems, developed emotional intelligence and collaborated in a diverse, international cohort that I learned so much from. My time at Nottingham gave me life-long friends, practical experience and the confidence to lead.
Now, I work as a Sustainability Officer at MidKent College, where I manage decarbonisation projects, embed sustainability across the organisation, and work with partners to help us reach our Net Zero 2030 target. The values, skills, and mindset I developed during my studies continue to shape everything I do.
Choosing Nottingham was one of the best decisions I’ve made. It gave me the tools, network, and inspiration to pursue a career I’m truly passionate about.