Meet 2021’s

Since graduating in 2016, Frazer has worked around the world teaching forensics and facilitating the launch of technology start-ups. 

Joseph is Head of Partnerships at LIGHTBLUE, where he leads business development, strategy and growth for the company’s Middle East and US operations. 

Alex has forged a career in film and television, recently working as Assistant Director on the Amazon Prime six-part anthology A Series of Light.

Abbie developed a passion for clinical psychology during her undergraduate degree and has since forged a career in the field within the NHS. 

Having completed his degree last year, Zach has become the Project Manager and Research Co-ordinator of an Indonesian NGO which he co-founded in 2017.

An award-winning undergraduate dissertation provided the springboard for Jess to take on a Research Assistant role within the EU-funded Marineff Project.

Sam began his sports career as Academy Football Operations Assistant at Norwich City and is now Assistant Academy Manager at AFC Bournemouth.

Within two years of graduating, Gemma has progressed from Junior IBM Associate to a Senior Technical Consultant with the organisation.

Aundre launched his career as a Software Test Consultant; developing automated testing tools for clients in the automotive, financial and technology industries. He now works for Twitter.

Since graduating, Dingile has worked with some of the biggest names in the media and is now a Press Officer for the British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA).

As Communications and Programme Manager for Ukie’s Digital Schoolhouse, Laura engages schoolchildren in learning about computer science through immersive events.

Michael credits his degree in business studies with finance from BU as giving him the platform to build a successful career in the financial world. 

After securing a place on the BBC's Extend in News scheme whilst still completing his degree, Drew has gone on to work for BBC Radio 4's Money Box, Panorama, and more recently BBC Ouch. 

Having relocated to China after graduating, James is now Senior Copywriter for a leading consumer drone manufacturer, specialising in e-commerce writing.

After graduating from BU in 2015, Bukky joined media agency Wavemaker, before combining her love of sports and marketing as Marketing Manager at Premiership Rugby.

Since graduating, Ngan has returned to Vietnam to become a Senior Brand Executive at LUXASIA, the leading beauty omni-distribution platform of Asia Pacific.

Charley has forged a career as a freelance producer, working across film, TV, promos, commercials, music videos and short films.

Alice has built her skills and career in a global context, firstly on a placement year in China and then with a move to Uganda to join AFRIpads. 

As Head of Events for Challenger Escapes, Sam specialises in creating live problem-solving experiences that support experiential marketing campaigns.

Brad has combined education, professional training and voluntary experience to forge a successful career in psychology.

Phoebe works for BBC Studios, where she is responsible for programme management across the Learning and Development team.

In his five years at medical technology company BD, Ben has led the digital transformation of its UKI organisation.

As the Creative Producer for BritBox International, Celia has steered large-scale campaigns for iconic British shows, including Line of Duty.

As an Account Manager at 90TEN, Amelia has helped to shape the agency's approach to influencer engagement for clients in the health sector.

Hannah has used her degree in English to build a career in licensing, specialising in retail and sport. In 2020 she won the Licensing International Global Rising Star Award.

As a Nutritionist, Ellie trains staff on Food Information Regulations and allergen safety whilst overseeing allergen management across 200 schools.

Ollie has drawn on the skills – as well as the passions – he developed while at university to make a big impact in the communication and media sectors. 

Ashen was attracted to join Innocent Drinks by the company's values. He now looks after the company's Quick Service Restaurant Channel, developing and executing strategy.

Daisy moved straight from undergraduate degree to a doctorate, undertaking one of the first Clinical Academic Doctorate Studentships at BU.

As Managing Associate at German Media Group, Hubert Burda Media, Elisabeth shapes staff communications and provides key support to the Executive board and company owners.