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Dr Ian Watkinson Lecturer in Regional Tectonic Analysis +44 (0) 1784 414046 i.watkinson@es.rhul.ac.uk

30th July 2014 Reference letter for Mr Isaac Kenyon Dear Sir/Madam, I have known Isaac for the past two years of his undergraduate study in Earth Sciences, during which time I was his second year personal tutor, taught him first and second year structural geology and accompanied him on a field course. Isaac is a rather quiet, thoughtful and committed student, with an obvious interest in Earth sciences. In his first year at RHUL he scored an average of 64%, demonstrating an aptitude for, amongst other subjects, mathematics, with a mark of 83%. His marks dipped a little in the second year as is usual, to 59% overall, but he still achieved good scores in highly academic subjects such as igneous and metamorphic petrology (69%) as well as more practical, transferable subjects such as field studies (60%). His modest overall marks belie his high level of commitment to the course, and I believe he is capable of achieving a high 2-1 or a 1st class degree next year, with a little extra work. Earlier this summer Isaac undertook independent field mapping in the Spanish Pyrenees, and impressed his supervisors with his commitment and enthusiasm. Independent mapping involves substantial self-motivation, planning, problem solving and teamwork, often in the face of physically and emotionally demanding conditions. Isaac coped well and collected a sizeable body of data, with which he should be able to produce a 1st class geological map later this year. Isaac’s written and verbal communication skills are on a par with his peers. He has improved in confidence and ability during his time here, producing a number of written reports and oral presentations, individually and as part of a small team. Isaac is inquisitive and quick to learn new skills. He has a broad circle of friends within his cohort, with whom he is popular and well respected. Isaac has a genial personality, is reliable, honest, and it is my pleasure to recommend him highly. Yours Faithfully,

Ian Watkinson.