I was able to use the SAMBa training in statistics, to support training workshops in Mexico and in fact took a break from my PhD to take on a statistics teaching assistant role.
Before joining SAMBa, I was at the University of Szeged in Hungary.
For my PhD, I used stochastic differential equations to describe population models and describe genealogies that propagate prolific traits in surviving populations. A lot of this was done with collaborators in Guanajuato, Mexico and so I spent quite some time there and learned Spanish.
I was also able to use the SAMBa training in statistics, to support training workshops in Mexico and in fact took a break from my PhD to take on a statistics teaching assistant role at the University of Bath.
I’m now a lecturer at the University of Exeter, and also involved in delivering their CDT in Environmental Intelligence
Before I arrived in Bath, I had not covered any high level statistics and I chose to do my PhD research in quite fundamental probability theory. However, being able to not only take statistics courses during my time in SAMBa but also use my knowledge to train others, gave me more opportunities when I graduated and ultimately move into a position where I am designing teaching courses in statistics and training the next generation of PhD students!
I can't imagine studying for my PhD anywhere other than SAMBa
I enjoyed the big portfolio of opportunities I was given, which I believe is an essential property of SAMBa and something which truly makes the programme worth it
The SAMBa team understands how to efficiently bridge the gap between the abstract world of mathematics and statistics to industrial research
Being part of SAMBa is like being part of a little community: everyone is super supportive and there is always someone to talk to if you need it (usually with cake!).
SAMBa’s most remarkable feature is the variety of study options it offers
I had the opportunity to get involved in some international training and capacity building activities with international partners and was able to travel to Brazil and Mongolia to share my knowledge of statistical methods and applications, which was really rewarding.
The ITTs can be really fun. The best part is that each time you participate you come out with a head full of new ideas and knowledge. Truly amazing
You get a lot of freedom to choose your research area...and there is a wide range of research areas within the department from which to choose
I really valued the experience of being part of a cohort of students in SAMBa, which guaranteed that we were not doing our PhDs in isolation, despite working intensively on independent projects
SAMBa offers high level training in statistical and applied mathematical disciplines, as well as direct engagement with industrial partners
