Science Education, Career Aspirations and Minority Ethnic Students

Abstract

This book is based on my doctoral study. The findings, though, continue to be refined through subsequent conversations and research. Here, I would like to thank my participants for their hon- est and thoughtful views about science and education. I would also like to thank my viva examiners Gill Crozier and Michael Reiss. Gill caught me off-guard at the beginning and grilled me for a good half hour (she is still amazing though!). Thankfully, Michael was also sympathetic towards sociological thinking in science education research. At King’s, I had many discussions, mostly impromptu, with colleagues during and after my research; these have undoubtedly broadened my horizons and knowledge.