Find your future at Bradford: Real graduates, real impact

Zara Iqbal — HMRC Data Manager

BSc Accounting and Finance, 2017

Now: Data Manager at HMRC 

My placement year gave me hands-on experience and real confidence. It gave me a massive advantage when applying for jobs.

Zara credits her one-year industry placement at the University of Bradford as the turning point that helped launch her career. Today, she works at HMRC and says: “I absolutely love my job.” 

 

Syed Jawad — CRM Manager, University of Manchester

MSc in Logistics, Data Analytics & Supply Chain Management, 2020

Now: CRM Manager at Alliance Manchester Business School

Bradford taught me to tell compelling stories with data — and that’s transformed my career.

From mastering [computer languages] R and SAS to building insights that drive impact, Syed’s journey shows the value of data-driven decision-making. 

 

Sania Bibi — Pharmacist & Health-Tech Co-Founder

MPharm (Hons), 2022 

Now: Phamacist and Co-founder of AI start-up I-Diagnose

The University’s entrepreneurial environment helped us raise a six-figure sum to launch our business.

With international internships and entrepreneurial backing through the Accelerated Student Entrepreneurship Programme, Sania is revolutionising early-stage health diagnostics with I-Diagnose. 

Sonya Bachra-Byrne — Leader, Entrepreneur, Mentor

Executive MBA, 2003

Now: MD & Co-Founder at fashion brand AVIE & Enterprise Development Manager at University of Bradford for the Bradford-Renduchintala Enterprise Ecosystem (BREE)

The School of Management’s strong industry links and in-person teaching gave me the foundation to build two careers.

Sonya is not only leading her own business but also shaping the next generation of entrepreneurs at Bradford, showing how alumni give back.

 

Aaron Walshaw — Physician Associate & Co-Founder

Master of Physician Associate Studies, 2021-2023

Now: Physician Associate & Co-founder of I-Diagnose Ltd

I met my co-founder at Bradford and joined ASEP — it changed everything.

From working as a physician associate to pioneering a health-tech company, Aaron’s journey is powered by the University’s Accelerated Student Entrepreneurship Programme (ASEP) and strong healthcare links.

Factfile

• University of Bradford School of Management is in the top 1% of business schools globally to hold coveted Triple Crown Accreditation from the Association of MBAs (AMBA), EQUIS (European Foundation for Management Development accreditation) and AACSB (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business). It received these awards for its outstanding commitment to students, through initiatives such as its Career Booster programme, study abroad opportunities, partnerships with industry and a greater emphasis on skills development such as Advanced Excel and Sage 50 for payroll and tax professions. 
• School of Law runs Law Clinics, allowing students to work on live cases in association with the GMB union, has its own mock court room, runs work placements and Career Booster programmes.
• School of Psychology's undergraduate programmes and postgraduate programmes are accredited by The British Psychological Society

Clearing 2025

• Clearing 2025 opens on July 5 and runs until October 20, offering prospective students the chance to secure a place at university. Prospective students may include those taking all A-level/T-level (or equivalent) qualifications, or mature students who want to return to education. 

• Call-lines and self apply form will be open from the first day of Clearing on July 5 -  08081 969129 from 9am – 12pm, then 9am-5pm weekdays up to and including August 14.

• The University of Bradford is offering a range of services this year, including its Clearing Community Pass, which includes webinars, a dedicated phone line and SMS and email updates. 

• You can use Clearing if you have changed your mind about what or where you want to study, received higher or lower grades than you expected or haven’t yet applied to study at university for September 2025.