Stories from our students

Student Futures helps students and graduates make the most of their time at Cardiff and beyond.

Explore how our community has developed new skills, taken on exciting opportunities and celebrated personal and professional achievements - both during their studies and after graduation.

Building a greener future through environmental impact assessment

From Environmental Geography to major projects, shaping a career with real impact in environmental consulting.

How live event marketing helped build confidence and career skills

Arianwen gained hands-on experience in live event marketing with Depot Cardiff.

Building a sustainable future through action and innovation

"My time as a Student Futures Assistant truly nurtured my passion for sustainability and environmental advocacy."

Building a business with the Enterprise Team

After joining the Enterprise pathway and working closely with the Enterprise Team, Lucy's budding business idea flourishes.

Creating a more sustainable world through work

Eve works at Waterhaul, a Cornish company turning end-of-life fishing gear into recycled, traceable marine plastic products.

Shaping the future, one career at a time

After completing a master’s in Sustainability, Charlotte is now working at the heart of the UK’s energy transition.

Driving change for people and the planet

From graduate to Sustainability Consultant – meet Lily and see how she’s building a career with impact.

Building a greener tomorrow, one graduate at a time

After completing her MSc in 2021, Deborah now leads work that’s helping one of the UK’s largest utilities move towards a low-carbon, climate-resilient future.