Even though many of our graduates will have progressed in their careers since completing a case study, they are still of interest to students who wish to gain an understanding of the world of work.

Leading a small team of GIS consultants based within a client's offices. We assist geologists and geophysicists in using GIS software, managing data and creating and applying workflows for use in exploration and development of oil and gas.

Spending time with clients showing how to use software; managing data; liaising with colleagues in IT department around infrastructure behind software; assisting junior colleagues in their work.

Enjoy applying technology to solve problems. Enjoy training people to help them in their work.

Working with and understanding back end IT systems. Balancing different priorities and variety of requests from different clients and ensuring work is complete on time and to standard.

Enjoy working with spatial data. The oil and gas industry is well paid.

GIS skills learnt at university. Geography degree knowledge for applied geomorphology and physical geography

Technical training on GIS and software. 'Soft' skills training, such as project management, client centred consulting.

GIS and Remote Sensing Analyst, 2005-2008, at Infoterra Ltd.