Lawrence Itakpe - MSc Applied Petroleum Geoscience
The University is a warm and welcoming environment and this made my time studying in the UK very enjoyable and enriching
”Lawrence Itakpe, MSc Applied Petroleum Geoscience student
An ambitious Applied Petroleum Geoscience student from Nigeria who studied a master's degree at the University of Derby has since gone on to become a leading Geoscientist at an internationally recognised oil and gas company.
Lawrence Itakpe, who graduated in 2011, recognises the support and knowledge gained from his time at the University as playing a crucial role in his career development and success.
Why Derby?
Lawrence, who now works for oil and gas research company Nubian Group in Nigeria, said: "I decided to study at Derby as the master's programme in Applied Petroleum Geoscience offered by the University is very comprehensive and in line with industry development and demand.
"The academic staff who taught me offered a high level of industry knowledge and expertise in the field and were very supportive and encouraging during my studies."
The University recognises that there is a clear link between student wellbeing and academic success, and provides a wide range support for its international students to ensure they settle happily into life in a different country.
Lawrence added: "The University is a warm and welcoming environment and this made my time studying in the UK very enjoyable and enriching.
"My degree not only added value to my career, but also gave me the opportunity to gain a greater level of confidence and this has allowed me to become more skilled in delivering presentations and communicating my ideas."
Are you an International Student?
The University of Derby is currently home to more than 1,000 international students from over 70 countries around the world and has strong relations in Botswana, Greece and the Middle East. These international links are also being extended to countries including China, Malaysia and Sri Lanka.
For more information about life as an international student at the University of Derby, visit www.derby.ac.uk/international
