Noor joined the Masters programme in Terrorism and Security whilst working for the United Nations. Originally from the Middle East region herself, she often shares her experiences and perspectives with fellow students during workshops, demonstrating high levels of openness and sincerity. Her peers have greatly benefited from listening and interacting with her, helping them to gain an authentic perspective on the Middle East, Islam, the issue of Islamist terrorism, and jihadism. She regularly contributes to conversations and debates, sharing her professional experiences which her lecturers have found to be extremely insightful.
Throughout her time at Salford, Noor has demonstrated a great level of dedication to her studies. Being an international student can prove challenging for some. However, Noor has been adept at managing her education alongside her professional work and childcare with admirable courage and grace. Her level of dedication to her postgraduate studies and the cause of her discipline is highly commendable.
Noor says “The moment I received my nomination email, I looked at my one-year-old daughter, held her and felt so grateful for this recognition. At times where I felt so guilty for undertaking my masters, traveling away from home while she was still 6-month-old baby. To be recognized by your panel as the first Iraqi female to ever enrol in Terrorism and Security Studies master under an FCDO fully funded Chevening scholarship is an amazing opportunity that worth celebrating. I’m looking forward to meet with other nominees from Salford different departments, network and celebrate my hard work, this nomination is definitely the highlight of my Salford Academic year.”