Emily Ch'ng | Academics

My academic journey began at Cayman Prep & High School where I first developed a

deep interest in biomedical sciences. Inspired by my teachers, I developed a passion to

make significant contributions to the development of modern medicine. I began striving

for academic excellence from an early age. Through hard work, taking initiative in my

studies and participating in various STEM-related competitions, I have established myself

as an academic role model for Cayman's youth.

I am a proud recipient of the EY Academic Achievement Award and Dart Award for

Excellence in STEM. These are two of my greatest achievements; reflecting my

determination to continue excelling in STEM subjects, particularly Biology and Chemistry.

I have also been recognised on an international level with the COBIS Award for

Exceptional Academic Achievement. To reinforce my dedication to STEM fields, I have

participated in various competitions with successful outcomes - including the Minds

Inspired Robotics Competition, KPMG Brain Bowl, and the UK Maths Challenge.

I have just finished my A-Levels in Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics and Spanish which

will support my transition to the University of Bristol. My academic journey will progress

as I focus on pursuing a degree in Biomedical Sciences, with an inclination for the

pharmacology and pathology modules within the course. At the end of my bachelor’s

degree, I want to take a PhD in Biomedical Sciences Research, focused on a topic like

vaccinology. Coming back to Cayman to work at a local hospital (in vaccine research and

development) would allow me to give back to the community and this is a goal that I

hope to achieve in the near future.

I am an avid linguist. I love travelling to increase my exposure to different languages like

Spanish, French and Mandarin. I am honoured to be a recipient of the Proud of Them

Awards and I plan to be actively involved in increasing student participation in scholastic

competitions and encouraging them to take an active interest in their academics; in

addition to being proud of their achievements.