The Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering is delighted to congratulate those students conferring today! Over the last year, the dedication and tenacity you have demonstrated in continuing your studies has been remarkable and your achievements have been tremendous. All of the staff with MAE wish you all the very best going forward and look forward to seeing your future successes in your career of choice.
About Me
I am an experienced Electrical and Renewable Energy Engineer with a demonstrated history of working in the mining and utilities industry. Moreover, I am well vested in the design and development of small and medium scale renewable energy (i.e. wind, floating and land based solar Photovoltaics, hydro) projects with sound knowledge in technical, (mini-grids, grid integrated, off-grid), commercial (i.e. demand, business and financial modelling) and legal aspects (i.e. investment risks, power purchase agreements, lease agreements, EPC contracts, O&M contracts, financing agreements, regulatory issues and insurance requirements).
How did you make the decision to study at Strathclyde?
The decision did not come easy because I was in a dilemma as I had offers from other 5 UK universities. However, after extensive background research and engagement with Alumni and academic staff, I easily settled for Strathclyde for its breakthrough in Renewable Energy related research at the “Energy Systems Research Unit”.
What do you like about your course and Strathclyde?
The course is a good blend of how Sustainability in Engineering and Social movements can help mitigate climate change and consequently improve the livelihood of humanity.
What specialist subject knowledge have you developed whilst studying the course?
I have gained specialist skills in blending both the existing and non-existent network infrastructure in case of rural areas with an optimal Renewable Energy System balance which aims at attaining carbon neutrality (SDG 13), enhancing access to clean affordable energy (SG 7) and development of innovative and sustainable communities and infrastructure (SDG 9 and SDG 11).
What professional skills and experience have you gained during your course?
I developed excellent energy modelling, environmental/energy sustainability, financial engineering, risk and project management skills.
What are your ambitions for the future and how do you think your time at Strathclyde will help you achieve your goals?
My ambition is to become a renowned Renewable Energy Specialist with an international consulting reach. The practical approach of imparting knowledge coupled with vast stakeholder engagement in sustainability related issues (i.e. climate change and renewable energy projects to decarbonize transport and heating in Scotland) will go a long way in motivating me to attain my goals. Additionally, I am hoping to get an opportunity to pursue my PhD at the University of Strathclyde in the near future.
How have you found your time living in Glasgow and what's your favourite thing about the city?
What makes Glasgow awesome are its lovely people and vintage scenery and buildings. I initially struggled a bit to cope with the weather dynamics of the day. I remember experiencing all the seasons in one day at some point, but I eventually fell in love with everything Glasgow.
Have you managed to explore anywhere outside of Glasgow?
I initially planned to explore Scotland (& the United Kingdom in general) but had restricted movements due to Covid 19. I only managed to visit Edinburgh and London before the Covid 19 imposed restrictions on non-essential travel.
What would you say to anyone thinking of coming to study in Glasgow at Strathclyde.
I would enthusiastically encourage them to join Strathclyde University which is ranked amongst the best in the world with qualifications internationally valued and recognised. The university has one of the world’s leading academics and experts with renowned research in various disciplines. The depth of theory into which the Strathclyde engineering course delves is, I believe, the most suitable way of learning at postgraduate level.
