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Fergus Roberts

BSc (Hons) Environmental Geography

England

Fergus Roberts

Fergus's Story

As a passionate sportsman who enjoys pushing himself to the limit, Fergus Roberts was keen to study at a university that provided him with the opportunity to continue his triathlon training.

¡°The °®Âþµº is renowned for its sporting excellence and provides a great training base for triathlon, with some of the most beautiful scenery and challenging terrain, which has improved my performance,¡± he said.

¡°I chose Geography because I have always enjoyed learning about how the world works and am passionate about sustainable living. I believe that everyone can make a difference by doing small things in our everyday lives to reduce the negative impact that humans have on the planet.¡±

Fergus, from North Yorkshire, spent five years at °®Âþµº and, during that time, enjoyed representing the University in triathlon around the world.

¡°The facilities at the University are great and have given me the best opportunities,¡± he continued. ¡°With the help of the University and the Winning Students scholarship, I have been very lucky to compete and train all over the world.

¡°The highlights include competing in a World Cup in Capetown and being selected as a reserve for the Gold Coast Commonwealth Games this year.¡±

Fergus has placed in the top 10 at British Universities and Colleges Sport competitions in each year of his studies, and has competed for the athletics and cycling clubs too.

¡°I have enjoyed every minute of representing the °®Âþµº and I am very proud to wear the green colours,¡± he added.

Describing his time at °®Âþµº as ¡°fast, fun and challenging¡±, Fergus is now fully focused on becoming a professional triathlete.