Postgraduate stories

After graduating, Francisco Carbajal started his own architectural firm FNC Designs. Returning to study was a life changing decision, he says.

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Trishna is a Bachelor of Architectural Studies graduate. She is currently enrolled as a Master of Architecture student.

Ruby Satele is pursuing her lifelong fascination with cultural heritage caring for the Pacific ethnology collection and its tāonga at Auckland Museum.

Eddie is a Master of Public Policy (MPP) graduate and now works as Senior Advisor Voter Participation at Auckland Council.

Laura is in the final year of a PhD in Bioengineering. She is researching the design and development of an intravaginal medical device (femfit®) for women’s pelvic floor muscle health.

Sangvin graduated with Bachelor of Arts in Economics from the University of California Davis; and a Master of Law and Diplomacy from Tufts University in Boston. Alongside his studies, Sangvin is an undergraduate teaching assistant at the University’s Business School.

Monica is an MBA graduate. She is currently Head of Sustainability, Global Engagement and Markets at Zespri International.

Benjamin Robb is a Master of Commerce graduate. He is currently working as a Research Assistant and completing his thesis.

Alaina Muriwai-Te Rore is a Master of Dance Studies student and Bachelor of Dance Studies (Honours) graduate.

Nishita is a graduate of the Master of Professional Studies in Data Science.

Waratah is a Master of Education Practice graduate. She works as the Cultural Director at Helensville Primary School.

The Master of Education has given Willie Swann the knowledge and skills to better support his students with their secondary studies.

Nona is a PhD candidate in Environmental Engineering. His thesis aims to facilitate more efficient collaboration between Māori communities and non-Māori parties to utilise and develop geothermal resources.

Larissa Michelsen is a Master of Engineering Studies graduate. She works as a Product Development Engineer for Fisher & Paykel Healthcare.

Roma is a PhD candidate in Fine Arts with scholarly creative work.

Maddy is a Graduate of the Master of Global Studies. She currently works in politics.

Julie completed a Bachelor of Health Sciences (Honours), investigating the perceptions of Māori stroke survivors and their whanau on the use of a robotic aid to assist rehabilitation. She is extending her research into a PhD, focusing on the epidemiology of cardiovascular disease among Pacific people living in New Zealand.

Alesha is a graduate of Hikitia Te Ora – Certificate in Health Sciences (CertHSc) and the Bachelor of Health Sciences (BHSc). She is currently studying for a Master of Health Leadership.

Divya is a PhD candidate. She was awarded the Fowlds Memorial Prize in 2020 and a University of Auckland Doctoral Scholarship in 2021.

Maria is a Master of Laws graduate, specialising in Corporate and Commercial Law. She works as a Solicitor for Simpson Grierson.

Kieran Berry is a Master of Laws graduate, who works as Legal and Research Counsel for the Office of the Chief Coroner.

Dr Simone Watkins is researching the health outcomes for babies born with serious heart conditions in New Zealand.

Xavier is a Master of Science graduate in Geography. He works as a Poukokiri Rangahau Māori (Senior Librarian, Māori Research) at Auckland Council.

Using the Hauraki Gulf as her laboratory, Mallory Sea is working towards her PhD. Postgraduate study helped her to combine her skills and make new connections.

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Joseph Chen is researching neuroimaging and psychopharmacology. Postgraduate study helped him to step out of his comfort zone and explore a career in academia.

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