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My Honours Project by Amy McLuckie
Applied Animal Science student and now SRUCSA Co-President Amy McLuckie focused her honours project on the effects of environmental enrichment on piglet behaviour. Amy was recently nominated for the first...
Why I Chose the MSc in Organic Farming by Philip Day
Philip Day has been studying the MSc in Organic Farming since 2018 in order to open up new opportunities, “I started the MSc in 2018, aged 55 and with many...
New Student Ambassador for Wildlife & Conservation at Ayr
A warm welcome to another new student ambassador for the Riverside, Ayr campus. Harley tells us a little about himself here: Hi, my name is Harley Mathieson. I am studying for...
Dyslexia and Higher Education by Jillian Gordon
As it is dyslexia awareness week, I thought it would be a sensible time to share with you all my story of dyslexia. Dyslexia was first discussed with me when...
From Cooking Up Sauces to Protecting Natural Resources
Declan Harper previously worked as a chef, working in various kitchens and pubs in and around Edinburgh but decided to change his path and is now studying Environment Management at SRUC...
From Guest House to Glass House
Kristyna Andrlova previously worked as a Front Office Manager in the hospitality industry and, although she enjoyed her job, she always wanted to return to education. A love of nature...
Vet Nurse Extends Caring Hand to People
An Ayrshire veterinary nursing student has extended her caring skills to people during the coronavirus pandemic. Rachel Liddell, 20, from North Ayrshire, is studying for a Level 3 Diploma in Veterinary...
Tiffany Mactaggart, First-class BA (Hons) Rural Business Management, Edinburgh
Tiffany Mactaggart, First-class BA (Hons) Rural Business Management, Edinburgh Tiffany has been awarded a first-class honours degree in Rural Business Management – and has landed a job as an Agricultural...
Katie Insch, BA (Hons) Rural Business Management
Katie Insch, 2:1 BA (Hons) Rural Business Management, Aberdeen A new entrant to farming, Katie has worked her way up from an HNC to an Honours degree – as well...
Kaleem Shaikh, BSc (Hons) Agriculture, Edinburgh
Kaleem Shaikh, 2:1 BSc (Hons) Agriculture, Edinburgh Despite suffering from health issues, Kaleem has worked his way through the system, starting with an NC Agriculture at Oatridge and completing a...