What our students say

Sarah Elison

Sarah Elison

2nd year PhD Psychology student

Katherine Burgess

Katherine Burgess has a first degree in Applied Sports Science from the University of Salford and became a Graduate Teaching Assistant for the Directorate of Sport. Katherine began her PhD studies with the Centre in 2005. Her research is examining tendon mechanical and structural properties in vivo and exploring their adaptability and influencing factors. This research has both clinical and training related facets.

Katherine says - "Following my experience as an undergraduate student at Salford University I was keen to study for a PhD. The Centre here at Salford has an excellent range of facilities and expert forward thinking members of staff with whom research students work closely to produce high quality research.

During my time at Salford I have produced several peer reviewed publications and I myself have become a reviewer. As a Graduate Teaching Assistant I have also gained valuable teaching experience alongside my research training, I have also had opportunities to work with elite level athletes through University partnerships. This combination and quality of experience has given me a firm foundation for an academic career and enabled me to secure a lecturing position."

Hannah Jarvis

Hannah Jarvis qualified with a First degree in Podiatry from the University of Wales Institute, Cardiff and joined the CHSRR in 2007 for her PhD studies. Her research is investigating the validity of the biomechanical model of the foot and ankle used in Podiatry practice and involves experimental research in the gait and human performance laboratories. This research is closely linked to the education activity of the school.

Hannah says - "I was attracted to the CHSRR because of its excellent reputation for foot and ankle research. During my undergraduate studies I read journal papers by staff in the Centre and was inspired to come here and study for my PhD. Throughout my PhD the support from my supervisors has been excellent and it has definitely made the transition from undergraduate to postgraduate studies easier. I have had the opportunity to travel abroad for two major foot and ankle conferences in Italy and Australia and also to work with different research groups in the United States of America and Australia, all proving to be unique and excellent learning experiences. Studying for a PhD should not be underestimated, but I am thoroughly enjoying the opportunity to work in the world class research department here at CHSRR."

Matty Major

"I decided to conduct my PhD at the Centre because of the unique opportunities it provides in prosthetics education and research. This centre is one of the few worldwide that conducts research in the evaluation of prostheses and is also closely associated with an educational programme in prosthetics and orthotics.

Many of the lecturers involved in the undergraduate BSc programme are involved in research. Therefore, the clinical expertise and insight, which is a critical component to prosthetics research, is readily available. This ensures that my research is of the highest quality, and as a student, I have been involved first-hand in the design and manufacturing of the prosthetic components which I am testing. On that note, I have not only been able to conduct research in prosthetics, but have also attended the lectures within the BSc programme. This has been useful considering my prior education is in mechanical engineering. These lectures, in addition to the external courses I have attended as supported by the University, have provided me with a very comprehensive education in prosthetics and related biomechanics concepts.

Overall, the education and supervision I received at the University have made my time as a research student truly enjoyable."