Kathleen Crawford
BSc (Hons) Biomedical Sciences
I started University later in my life compared to the rest of my classmates (they were pretty shocked to find out my age!)
Science and Conservation student stories
What is it really like studying at the University of Cumbria? Here's what some of our science and environment students thought of their time here.
Student Stories
Oliver Fox
BSc (Hons) Geography
Hi there, I’m Oliver. I’m currently in my second year studying Geography in Ambleside.
Jayden Glinka
BSc (Hons) Zoology
Jayden Glinka talks about life as a Zoology student from Canada and a newfound love for ground beetles.
Sophie Babbs
BSc (Hons) Zoology
Hi, my name is Sophie Babbs and I have just graduated with a first class BSc (Hons) Zoology degree with integrated foundation year at the University of Cumbria.
Alumni
Harry Wakefield
BSc (Hons) Forest Management
Originally from Norfolk, Harry wanted a change of area when coming to university, choosing the National School of Forestry for its reputation within the forestry sector.
Sarah Hilton
BSc (Hons) Geography
What’s it like studying Geography? My name is Sarah and hopefully I can answer that for you!
Sam Poultney
BSc (Hons) Marine and Freshwater Conservation
Sam, from Stafford, experienced working as a summer River keeper in Derbyshire before coming to university.
Alumni
Kahina's Story
BSc (Hons) Forensic Science
I have always had a love for science and a morbid curiosity about true crime.
Abby Clarke
BSc (Hons) Geography
Abby tells the story of how her love for Geography brought her to our Ambleside campus.
Amy Jay
BSc (Hons) Geography
Amy tells us how her love of the outdoors brought her to our Ambleside campus to study BSc (Hons) Geography.
Bethany Woollacott
BSc (Hons) Geography
Bethany tells us how a passion for Geography brought her to studying in the beautiful Lake District.
Alumni
Lewis Shedden
BSc (Hons) Marine and Freshwater Conservation
Lewis made his passion for aquatic creatures his career by pursuing a degree at the University of Cumbria