Graduation Stories

Showcasing the personal journeys of our 2025 graduates as they prepare for the next exciting chapter after successfully completing their degrees.

Congratulations to the Class of 2025!

We had an amazing time celebrating our graduates at this year’s summer and winter ceremonies. Watching more than 1,000 students cross the stage and begin an exciting new chapter in their lives was truly an honour.

We wish each of them every success in the future and look forward to seeing where their Abertay degree takes them.

Watch the class of 2025 Summer Graduation highlights.

Sam Conway

From helping vulnerable communities to researching virtual avatars in criminal justice, Sam shares his path to a career in forensic research

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Joelle Nieuwenhuis

After completing a master's degree and taking a gap year, Joelle realised her passion for learning was something she wanted to pursue further

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Claire Macdonald

Claire Macdonald

When Claire decided to return to education, flexibility was essential. Working full-time for the NHS while caring for a family member meant she needed a course that could fit around her life.

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Maja Oszczypala

Maja combined artistic vision with technical mastery to create a real-time virtual production project celebrating the elegance of pole dancing

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Adnan Khan

From building predictive models to creating a smartphone app for farmers, Adnan combined data science and sustainability to make real-world impact

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Amanda Gard

Amanda Gard

From Royal Navy to PhD, Amanda’s research is driven by her dedication and desire to make a meaningful difference in women’s health and wellbeing

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Debbie Palmer

Debbie’s story proves that it’s possible to balance a young family while pursuing your dreams

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Josh Raybould

From school leaver to a graduate in forensic and analytical science, Josh is driven to make education more accessible for others like him

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Jamie McLeod

How engaging in extracurricular activities and active involvement in student clubs paved the way for Jamie to secure a prestigious law traineeship

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Roisin Smith

Roisin Smith

After a 30-year break from higher education, Roisin’s story is an inspiring reminder that perseverance can turn long-held aspirations into reality.

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Kathleen Jarvis

Kathleen went from unsure school leaver to confident events professional, with international experience and a degree to back her

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Szymon Iskierka

Stepping out of his comfort zone and into the heart of Canada, Szymon secured a coveted internship opportunity that will shape his future career

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Christie Duncan

Christie used her final year at Abertay to explore the power of film trailers in building buzz – combining her academic interests with her job

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