Niamh Cullen

Holy Cross provided me with a great educational foundation and confidence to follow my instincts. This has led me to opportunities to travel and into a fulfilling career in infrastructure engineering.

Holy Cross provided valuable guidance and support for me during the UCAS application process. I applied to study Architecture BArch at the University of Sheffield (UoS) and upon receiving my A level results, I was accepted onto the course.

During the university application process, Holy Cross encouraged me to apply for the global summer school scholarship that the UoS offered to students who were predicted at least three A levels of A grade or higher.

I achieved the required grades and I attended a 5-week summer school at the National University of Singapore funded by the UoS. Holy Cross helped me to achieve my potential and in doing so, I was able to travel and experience something that I never thought would be possible for myself.

I began studying Architecture but during my first year, I had doubts whether it was the right course for me.

I had a mathematical background and Architecture was more design focused than I had expected. Therefore, I decided to change course to Civil and Structural Engineering MEng.

I graduated in 2019 with a Class One Honours degree.

During my degree, I completed two summer placements at a design consultancy, and I was offered a permanent position post-graduation.

I began working as a Graduate Civil and Structural Engineer in September 2019 and over the course of my career, I have focused my career more on Infrastructure Engineering.

In August 2023, I applied and was accepted for an Infrastructure Engineer role at Buro Happold. I am currently working on a range of exciting projects involved in the design of drainage networks, public realm, utilities and highways.