Simon Glenday - MSc in Corrosion Control Engineering

Simon Glenday is originally from Bath in the south west of England, and after completing his BSc in Materials Science and Engineering at The University of Manchester he is now studying for his MSc in Corrosion Control Engineering. Simon tells us why he decided to pursue a postgraduate qualification in Corrosion Control and why Manchester.

Having completed my undergraduate course in Materials Science and Engineering I felt I wanted to further my education; corrosion control had been an aspect of my undergraduate degree that had appealed to me therefore making the Corrosion Control Engineering MSc an attractive option. In addition to this the career opportunities the course offers and the high tech facilities available helped me make my choice.

So why Manchester?

Having graduated from the School, I was already aware of the help and support available to students from the University and the School, and I was also offered a scholarship which sealed my decision. In addition I had played hockey for the University during my undergraduate degree and wished to play another season for the club.

What would you say have been the main benefits of this course to you?

The main benefits of this course to me have been that it has given me a deep understanding of corrosion and its control. Every aspect of corrosion from principles to protection strategies are covered in lectures and hands-on tutorials. In addition, I have improved my leadership skills and learnt to manage my time more efficiently.

It hasn't all been about work, what have been the main highlights of your time here?

For me, the main highlights of my time at Manchester were meeting such a wide variety of people and friends, and captaining the University men's hockey touring team in 2008. Living in Robot House and weekends in Robbos will also be remembered fondly.

Any plans for next year?

Next year I plan to travel around Australia with the intention to move out there and find a job, until then I will be working in promotions here in England.

Any final tips or advice for students looking to study a similar subject to you?

Even if you don't want to be a materials or corrosion engineer the course will help open doors for you in the future… and embrace the University and everything it has to offer you.