Alumni Testimonials

• Sophie Johns, BA Classics, Bristol; MSt Greek and Latin, Oxford
• Ivana Kuric, BA Classical Studies, Bristol; MSt Greek and Latin, Oxford
• Evelyn Heis, BA English; MA Comparative Literatures & Cultures, Bristol
• AJ Birt, BA History; MA History, Bristol
• Jamie Jewkes, BA Philosophy & Theology; MA Philosophy, Bristol
• Eleanor Lynch, BA Religion and Theology, Bristol
• Alex Brown, BA History, Bristol

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Ivana Kuric, BA Classical Studies, Bristol; MSt Greek and Latin, Oxford

I thoroughly enjoyed my time at the University of Bristol, it truly was a fantastic and enriching experience, which prepared me well for both my Master’s degree at Oxford and my current role as Academic Officer at Oriel College, University of Oxford. Completing a humanities degree in Bristol certainly had a monumental impact on shaping my career and the ways in which I apply my analytical skills in academia as well as in general life. During my undergraduate degree, I had extensive opportunities to work with my motivated peers on projects and commentaries, yet also independently which allowed me to develop my own methodical skills and organisation as well. Within the stimulating academic environment provided at Bristol, completing group project work and also individual presentations as part of my degree were incredibly useful and helped me hugely during my Master’s degree in Classics at the University of Oxford, and also my current job at one of the Oxford Colleges. The research skills and confidence that studying at Bristol gave me helped me successfully to complete my Master’s degree with academic rigour and have a deeper understanding of my own arguments and how to communicate my point effectively. Having essays marked critically and detailed feedback given by my enthusiastic tutors during my time at Bristol really guided my learning and improvement. The innovative teaching on offer at Bristol alongside the invigorating and enjoyable academic environment (not forgetting the beautiful University campus and city) help build strong foundations for my future career in further study and work at the University of Oxford.