STUDENT TESTIMONIALS
MEET OUR POSTGRADUATE STUDENTS
Mikaela Sminia Professional Master of Education (Secondary)
"I chose the PME postgraduate programme because it enables me to pursue my passion for Mathematics and gain a strong foundation for a related career. I selected the education track because I find joy in helping and inspiring others. This program allows me to combine my love for both people and mathematics in my academic journey."
Panchanit Sukjirattikal MSc Business Management
"From my role as a Product Manager at a startup e-commerce platform, I came to realise an importance of bridging the gap between technology and business. The modern business world demands more than just technical proficiency; it requires a comprehensive understanding of the market, the financial landscape and the strategic aspects of product development."
Sebastian Duncan MA Creative Music Technologies
"I am pursuing a Master of Arts in Creative Music Technologies. Postgraduate studies are an ideal fit because I want to continue developing my musicianship, technical expertise and marketable skills. As someone who is passionate about composing, performing, and teaching, I also hope to expand my career opportunities with a postgraduate degree."
Sydney Ellis MA Comparative Criminology & Criminal Justice
"I’m currently a Masters in Comparative Criminology and Criminal Justice student. This program appealed to me because it looks at crime in a comparative and international context which is unique for a criminology master's program. As an international student with an undergrad degree in Global Justice, maintaining a global focus in a master's program was really important to me."
Wieteke Windrich PhD Applied Linguistics & Intercultural Studies
"I am currently in the first year of my PhD in Applied Linguistics and Intercultural Studies, where I am researching second language acquisition between German and Dutch. I chose to do the course in Maynooth as I had previously completed the master’s in applied Linguistics and Intercultural Studies and essentially did not want it to end. I pursued a master’s degree to gain employability and expand on my undergraduate degree."
Mary Goldsberry MSc Business Management
"I recently completed my MSc in Business Management at Maynooth University. I wanted to do a postgraduate degree to add value to the years of experience that I have gained, and I believed this program would equip me with the necessary tools to further enhance my career progression."
Katelynn Doran MA Comparative Criminology and Criminal Justice
Katelyn Doran, a Masters in Comparative Criminology and Criminal Justice student, talks about her journey through Maynooth University, from studying law as an undergraduate and why her lecturers and the facilities helped her make her decision to stay and complete a postgraduate programme.
Jo Madden MSc in Design Innovation
Jo Madden, a part-time masters student in MSc Design Innovation, comes from a background in pharmaceutical marketing and sales. She talks about how her master's program will equip her with the skills needed to make a positive impact in the industry.