Bethany
Higson from Wigan who graduated in 2015 has been named Best Undergraduate
Student of Tourism by the Association for Tourism in Higher Education for the
dedication and hard work she exhibited throughout the course.
Having
secured a first-class degree after completing an undergraduate course in
international tourism management, Bethany is now working for global cruise
company World Travel Holdings.
The
company, a partner of UCLan’s Management Graduate Scheme, was so impressed with
Bethany’s work ethic and talent during her time at UCLan that she was offered a
management graduate role.
In
her current position Bethany is spending 12 months learning problem solving
skills in all areas of the business. She said: “At UCLan I studied a wide range
of work-related course modules which provided me with the knowledge and skills
to succeed in my new job. UCLan also has great support networks and
contacts with industry which helped me to land my is great and has helped me in
getting the job that I wanted. Winning this award is fantastic recognition, not
just for me but also my tutors who helped me along the way.”
UCLan’s
tourism department are extremely proud of Bethany’s achievement. Course Leader
Dr Carley Sutton added: “Bethany’s enthusiasm for the tourism industry and
dedication to gaining a wide range of skills whilst on the course, has enabled
her to land this highly sought after graduate role. Bethany was a model student
who fully deserves this recognition having taken up all the extra-curricular
activities and work experience opportunities offered to her, enhancing her
knowledge, skills and qualifications in the process.”
The inspiring graduate and role model has since returned to UCLan to deliver a talk about her current position and how to succeed in the world of work to first year undergraduate students. Bethany will receive her award at a special ceremony at St Anne’s College, Oxford in November.
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