A first class graduate in BSc (Hons) Marine Environmental Science, continuing my academic journey in MSc Applied Aquatic Biology also at the University of Portsmouth. During my time studying my undergraduate degree I have gained valuable knowledge surrounding field work (River Itchen Southampton, Langstone Harbour Portsmouth, Malta), statistical analysis (SPSS) and both environmental and marine science knowledge.I have also undertaken a MITACS internship at the University of Guelph, Ontario, Canada in Aquatic Biology studying Fatmucket Mussels, providing me with drive to continue my academic journey.Main interests surround environmental education, conservation, and tropical and polar marine biology.Other responsibilities outside of my studies have included being Events Secretary of the Portsmouth Surf Society (22/23), Engagement Secretary of UoP Swimming and Water Polo (23/24), and currently holding the role of President for UoP Swimming and Water Polo (24/25).