Class of 2025

Jackie Wahome, who is graduating with an MSc Politics, Communications and Data Analytics, came to Essex on a Chevening Scholarship and is now working as a policy analyst.

For young theatre director Guy Rapacioli from London, East 15 Acting School’s opportunities to work with industry professionals has not only been an inspiring experience, it also helped him secure a dream job that has taken him to the West End.

For MSc Applied Data Science student Esther Nzekwe, the chance to put into practise what she was learning in the classroom and develop her skills through a work placement at Sodexo provided the perfect springboard for her career.

For Zeynep Baysar, Essex’s “outstanding” reputation in human rights law meant there was no doubt about where she should study her masters.

For well-known BBC newsreader Susie Fowler-Watt, returning to education as a mature student was a daunting experience, but a passion for hearing people’s stories means she’s not only graduating with an MA Psychodynamic Counselling, but she’s also embarked on a Professional Doctorate.

For history student Rielly Kitchener, a 12-week work placement at Essex Record Office has provided inspiration for his future career, as well as his most memorable Essex experience.

For single mum-of-two Clare Mcvicar, who is graduating with an MA Creative Writing, returning to university was a challenge but encouragement from her family and inspirational lecturers helped her succeed.

For Alex Stroming, the opportunity to study abroad and learn about different theatre practices made East 15 Acting School the perfect place to study her Masters.