Meet our masters students

Find out what graduates valued most about their postgraduate study with us and how these experiences have shaped their future paths.

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I loved Sheffield, it was an unbelievable place to live

Matthew Rees Politics BA, International Development MA

Matthew Rees completed a BA in Politics and an MA in International Development. After playing cricket in Australia for six months, he now works as a National Graduate Management Trainee for Wakefield Council.

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My experience provided an excellent foundation for my career in public policy and the Civil Service.

Adam Ramzan Politics and International Relations BA

Adam graduated in 2021 after studying a BA and MA in Politics and International Relations. He was the first in his family to go to university and now works as an AI and Data Ethics Advisor for the Home Office.

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Everyone in Sheffield is very friendly

Zhiyan Ding Digital Media and Society MA

Zhiyan Ding is an international student from China who came to the Sheffield to study the MA in Digital Media and Society.

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The university provides so many opportunities to learn and develop your skills

Lumana Upreti Politics, Governance and Public Policy MA

Lumana recently completed the MA in Politics, Governance and Public Policy and shares her advice and experience.

Postgraduate alumni Tom Sharman

Two decades on and my MA is still relevant

Tom Sharman International Political Economy MA

Current Policy & Economy Adviser to the North of Tyne Metro Mayor, Tom Sharman talks about his MA here at Sheffield and his career path since graduating.

Postgraduate student Lourdes in park

I knew immediately I wanted to apply to the University of Sheffield

Lourdes Sales Piera International Relations MA

After studying her undergraduate degree at Sheffield, MA International Relations graduate Lourdes wanted to stay to further her studies and continue enjoying student life in the city.

MA Alumni Mikhail Menshikov

Being a part of the University of Sheffield's legacy

Mikhail Menshikov International Studies (International Relations) MA

Mikhail Menshikov talks about how his master's in the school helped develop his international career.

MA student Osheen

Studying politics, governance, and public policy in the UK

Osheen John Politics, Governance and Public Policy MA

Overall, I feel that this degree has equipped me with the necessary knowledge and skills to be successful in a career as a policy analyst. I am excited to explore career opportunities in this field and contribute to policies that address the complex challenges faced by our society.

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Developing key skills and new perspectives

Lewis Atkinson International Relations MA

The knowledge accumulated in the areas of how the world works has given me the ability to explain complex problems in a more presentable and explainable way. The degree utilises and develops a wide range of key skills employers may be searching for.

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I love that I’ve been given opportunities to use knowledge from my studies to put my own mark on the business

Laura Davidson Sociology MA

Laura studied for her masters in sociology at the University of Sheffield. Laura discusses how her degree helps her in her current role, working in Human Resources (HR).

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Postgraduate online open day

Become part of our community of talented postgraduate taught students. Register now to join us at our online open day on Wednesday 30 April 2025.

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