Boluwatife Adeyemi
MSc Safety and Reliability Engineering
Why did you choose this particular programme?
I got interested in safety when I undertook a course module titled Industrial Chemistry in my fourth year as a Chemical Engineering student at the University of Lagos. In this course, I learnt about major industrial accidents and the importance of safety in industries. After graduation, I went ahead to apply for a master's in Safety and Reliability Engineering to broaden my knowledge in this area of interest.
What part of your degree programme have you enjoyed the most or find most interesting so far?
I enjoyed taking courses such as Safety and Risk Management and Applied Risk Management which is an advanced level of the earlier mentioned course. These courses entails analysing industrial accidents, undertaking risk assessments using tools such as bow-tie diagrams, fault and event trees, HAZOP etc. I also enjoyed taking the Advanced Methods of Risk and Reliability course as it involves calculations and using software for various methods of reliability analysis and computations.
What knowledge, skills or experience have you gained or developed on your programme?
I have gained critical analysis, research and technical writing skills from all the courses I have undertook in this master's program. Assessments are given periodically to reinforce knowledge gained in the classroom which in turn has enhanced my time management skills.
Have you taken part in any work placement, internship, or other type of research or professional experience during your studies?
I am currently on the career mentoring program organized by the University of Aberdeen where students are matched with an industry mentor to guide students through their career path. I enjoy this program and I highly recommend it as it gives clarity to students concerns such as job applications, and bridges the gap between the industry and academia.
What advice would you give another student who is considering applying to this programme?
Yes I will recommend this course for a student that has a background in engineering and an interest in safety. This course can be applied to various industries apart from process industries.
Is there anything else about your time at the University of Aberdeen that you would like to share, that was not covered in the above questions?
The city of Aberdeen is a very peaceful city. I also like the fact that students from diverse countries and cultures all over the world come together to have a beautiful learning experience in this environment.
