Dylan Gussman

Current Employer/Organisation Name

TetraTech

What have you been doing since leaving Exeter, and what are you doing now?

I have now been in my job for 2 years, after completing an MSc at the University of Southampton. Day to day I work in the Geospatial sector, creating maps for reports and app for our field workers. I still volunteer a lot too.

Why did you choose this career? And what do you enjoy most about your work?

I studied a Geography with Applied GIS at Exeter and the course meant I had skills and professionalism that made me stand out to such a big company.

Please tell us if you were a member of any societies, groups or sports clubs?

I was on the committee of Geography Society in 3rd year.

What did you enjoy most about your programme and what was the biggest highlight?

Meeting other like minded people from all sorts of backgrounds. Everyone came to university to study their favourite topic so the discussions and conversations were always fascinating.

What did you most enjoy about studying here?

The location and campus, as well as the facilities too.

Why did you choose to study at Exeter?

It was a good distance away from home, a Russel Group university, the faculties were ace and modules I wanted to study.

What skills and experiences have been most useful for your career?

The communication and data presentation skills. Being able to think critically and laterally has also been helpful.

What advice would you give to a current student who wishes to pursue your career?

Get a portfolio of experience together, make a few maps to show off your skills. There are hundreds of free online data sources.

What are your plans for the future?

Currently working towards chartership.