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My name is Ben, I am a passionate change-maker, dedicated to working towards a sustainable future.

Summary

BA Honours Geography & Environmental Studies at Stellenbosch University | Intern at The Sun Exchange solar engineering | Aspiring Software Developer.

Academic Journey

My journey has equipped me with a comprehensive understanding of the dynamics of economic development and its relationship with the natural environment, alongside the intricacies and outcomes of interactions among communities. I have also gained insights on socio-economic processes influencing societal structures, with a strong base of the natural environment and correlating socio-economic factors.

Overall

I am deeply committed as a change-maker, driven by passion to contribute to the realization of a sustainable future. I firmly believe that effective software design, particularly when combined with sustainable initiatives like renewable energy projects, can provide invaluable guidance in addressing a wide array of real-world challenges.

Education

Stellenbosch University

BA Honours Geography and Environmental Studies,Jan 2024 to Dec 2024. BA Development and The Environment, Geography and Environmental Studies, Feb 2021 to Nov 2023.

Other

Truro College September 2017-June 2020 | Truro School September 2012-June 2017

Acheivments

Represented Great Britain in multiple international surf lifesaving competitions whilst studying at Truro College. Completed two Ultra Marathons in my second year in Stellenbosch. Completed Code Institute 5 Day Coding Challenge.

Skills

Data analysis in R programming language. Basics in Html, CSS & JavaScript. Background knowledge in Python & Java programming languages. Strong teamwork skills, developed through my work experience at The Sun Exchange. Good communication skills, both written and verbal. Ability to solve problems effectively and efficiently. Customer service experience, gained through interacting with beachgoers during my RNLI lifeguarding.

Hobbies

I am very passionate about the ocean and love spending my free time getting in the sea either surfing, surf-lifesaving or paddle boarding I am also very enthusiastic about trail running, mountain biking and exploring the mountains here in Stellenbosch.

HelloWorld

Ben Norton