Student and graduate profiles
Undergraduate
Abhineet Gupta
Bachelor of Forensic Biology in Biomedical Science - AusAID Australian Development Scholarship
"UTS is one of the few universities in Australia that offers a biology-oriented forensics course."
Alice Peillon
Bachelor of Science in Environmental Biology
"A biology degree allows a broad knowledge of the environment which can lead to a huge variety of jobs - environmental consulting, within universities and as officers for national parks to name just a few."
Deon Poncini
Bachelor of Science (Mathematics) / Bachelor of Engineering (Software)
"I was told that the main reason they hired me was because of my mathematics degree"
Erika Frey
Bachelor of Medical Science
"I perceived UTS as a young, innovative university that attracts creative and innovative people, and delivers courses in a novel and resourceful way."
Fayme Padilla
Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Science
"There are heaps of learning resources such as the study centres to help us too - like the Chemistry Learning Centre."
Francesca Gisi
Bachelor of Science in Environmental Forensics
"My role in Aquatic Ecotoxicology involves the maintenance of algal and invertebrate cultures, toxicity tests with effluents and chemicals using bacteria, algae and invertebrates, statistical analysis from toxicity tests and writing up of reports for clients."
Garry Mann
Bachelor of Forensic Science in Applied Chemistry
"UTS had the course I wanted, gave theory as well as practical experience, along with modern facilities and awesome lecturers"
Johanes Bijosono Oei
Bachelor of Science in Biotechnology
"The best things about studying science at UTS are the relaxed vibe of the laboratory classes, and the accessibility to lecturers and tutors."
Kristine Borisova
Bachelor of Mathematics and Computing
"UTS's central location and the availability of IT facilities 24/7 is a big draw card for me."
Matthew Altaie
Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Applied Physics
"Science at UTS is challenging, thought-provoking, rewarding and fun."
Nikeeta Naren
Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Science
"The biomedical degree at UTS is the only one accredited in Sydney by the Australian Institute of Medical Scientists."
Shima Baradaran Vahdat
Bachelor of Science in Mathematics / Bachelor of Arts in International Studies
"There are career opportunities in different government sectors, state transport, the airline and aviation industries as well as almost any finance firm - the graduate positions in major banks and finance companies are very appealing.."
Honours
Alison Jaggard
Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Environmental Science (2010)
"I did an Honours year because I wanted a taste of real research and to see if I was up to the challenges that Honours study brings."
Angus Gentle
Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Applied Physics
"Besides the academic side of my honours year, there is also social life where I spent many good times with people within the Department and UTS: Science."
Belinda McCarthy
Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Environmental Science (2011)
"I wanted to spend a year researching in both field and laboratory situations so I could get a taste of what a career in research science would be like. I wanted to test and consolidate my skills in experimental design and analyses, which I knew would be a key part of an honours year."
Bo Yi Wang
Bachelor of Science, Urban Ecology (2009)
Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Environmental Science (2010)
"The Honours year was the best time I have ever experienced. It was a very rewarding experience for me, a new way of studying."
Casey Maree De Souza
BSc in Mathematics and Finance (Honours)
"There are so many study supports for students and the lecturers are always there to help."
Chris Keipert
Bachelor of Applied Chemistry (Honours) in Forensic Science
"Besides the excellent facilities, UTS also has great atmosphere, helpful and dedicated staff, and teaches engaging subjects."
Davina Poulos
Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Environmental Science
"I have been taught by many talented and passionate people who have inspired me and helped me get to where I am today."
Jack O'Connor
Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Environmental Science
"I think scientific research is vitally important for understanding the world we live in and our place in it. Knowledge is a critical first step to things like compassion and constructive action. "
Jennifer Clark
Bachelor in Marine Biology (2009)
Bachelor (Honours) in Environmental Science (2010), C3 Scholarship
"It is one thing to read something in a textbook and it’s another to see in happen out in the real world. UTS enabled me to experience environmental science in a real world context through field trips. "
Jerran Naidoo
Bachelor of Biotechnology (Honours)
"The place felt comfortable and at ease, it made me feel that I can be a successful student."
Jessica Tout
Bachelor of Marine Biology (2009)
BSc (Honours) in Environmental Science, C3 Scholarship
"I really enjoyed my honours year and the best part was spending a week snorkelling on Heron Island doing my own research,"
Kate Howson
BSc in Applied Chemistry (Honours) in Forensic Science
"The practical projects on the course are really good. They prepare you for the real world."
Kien Nguyen
BSc (Environmental Sciences major) (2009)
BSc (Honours) in Environmental Science (2010), C3 Scholarship
"I investigated the impacts of the African olive which has been recognised as an invasive weed species since 1970. "
Martin Blaber
BSc in Nanotechnology (Honours) PhD student, UTS Science
"UTS was attractive to me because it is the pioneer in nanotechnology studies in Australia."
Miles McInerney
Bachelor of Science (Biotechnology)
BSc (Honours) in Environmental Science, C3 Scholarship
"I have always found science interesting and did an Honours year because I wanted to do some ground breaking research. "
Olivier Lee
Bachelor of Science in Nanotechnology (Honours)
"An honours degree gives you the advantage over people who just have a BSc when looking for a job"
Rosaline Habib
Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Biomedical Science
"Doing honours also gives you ablity to work independelntly, and as a part of a team, to learn to think analytically and to troubleshoot when things don't work."
Shane Ullman
Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Applied Physics (2011)
"Honours is a whole new level of learning and I'm surprised at the way I've moved forward in leaps and bounds. "
Sinead Blaber
Bachelor of Biotechnology (Honours)
"With an honours or postgraduate degree, you are more recognised as a scientist in the workforce. Honours also gives you the opportunity to perform your own research, to an extent."
Graduates
Anthony Platts-Baggs
Bachelor of Science in Environmental Forensics (2008)
"My job involves conducting field works for soil and groundwater assessments, remediation and validation for small to very large public and private projects."
Ashleigh Keast
Bachelor of Science in Environmental Biology
"I was always interested in biology and extra curricular water programs such as Streamwatch throughout high school."
George Elturk
Bachelor of Science in Applied Physics (2005)
"The skills you learn in the physics degree can carry you in unexpected directions."
Jeff Barber
Bachelor of Science - Major in Nanotechnology
"In science, especially physics, an undergraduate degree is just a starting point. You might not realise it, but you are learning how to think and communicate scientifically as much as you are learning the content."
Karieshma Kabani
Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Science majoring in haematology and immunology (2007)
"UTS science offered the flexibilty to take on electives from both the medical and biomedical science degrees."
Lisa Yang
Bachelor of Biomedical Science
"With its strong emphasis on the practical aspects of science, I chose UTS Science because I believe it is important to learn by putting theory into practice."
Marian Portugal
Bachelor of Medical Science
"Majority of its lecturers are practising researchers, so I learnt about current real world issues, and ways to solve them."
Marina Abdelmasieh
Bachelor of Science in Environmental Forensics
"The job prospects are relatively high because Australia is very big on environmental protection."
Mitch Hollier
Bachelor of Science in Marine Biology
"It's exciting that change can and will happen from the results of my research"
Patrick Stuart
Bachelor of Environmental Biology
"Field work is an important part of my job,I monitor water quality in several catchments, as well as test groundwater and manage a project to actively find sewer leaks."
Phoebe Ashe
Bachelor of Science in Environmental Forensics
"I really want to use the theory and practicals which is really emphasised by UTS."
Rachael Smith
Bachelor of Environmental Biology (2006), PhD (2010)
"I am responsible for managing the pesticide monitoring being conducted by DERM as part of the Reef Plan 2009 which aims to reduce pesticide loads entering the GBR lagoon from catchments by 50%."
Sharon Bowen
Bachelor of Environmental Biology
"I am a Team Leader in the Rivers and Wetlands Unit which is within the Water and Coastal Science Section of DECCW. I am part of a very exciting project that is mapping the vegetation of the iconic inland floodplain wetlands of NSW."
Research
Andrew Liew Tze Fui
Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Science
"Relevant and practical courses, approachable staff and network with industries - if these are what you are looking for, UTS: Science is the place for you."
Damian Licari
PhD in Environmental Biology(2010)
"I have both a strategic and compliance role as an ecologist in local government. Although 'ecologist' is my title, I'm more of an 'environmental planner' than an ecologist."
Jaime Sanchez-Camara
PhD, Marine Biology
"It is a very motivational job, each project is different and you learn new skills every day."
Lisa Hamilton
PhD Ecotoxicology (2010)
"I provide specialist advice for the research and investigation of processes influencing environmental water quality."
Rachel Robbins
PhD, Marine Biology
"Best aspect of the job: the extensive field based experience I get, being able to be out in the field and in the water with white sharks on a regular basis."
Susan Luong
PhD candidate, Chemistry - Forensic
"I was happy to do my PhD at UTS because I started this project here for Honours, and found it to be an enjoyable experience. The labs are well equipped with state of the art instruments necessary for leading research."
Tom Tnrski
BSc in Marine Biology ( JCU) and a PhD in Fish Ecology (UTS)
"I have a senior management role at the Auckland Museum. I am the line manager of all the curators in the museum and I develop the research strategy for the museum. "
