Sara Benchiba-Savenius

Motivated and high-achieving student with strong academic foundations, practical research experience, and a passion for science, technology, and problem-solving. Gained hands-on laboratory and coding skills during work experience at Xyme, working alongside scientists and executives on AI-driven enzyme design. Further broadened understanding of healthcare through an online NHS surgery experience, following patient journeys from diagnosis to treatment. A committed learner with distinctions in music, languages, and STEM, and proven leadership and teamwork from completing Bronze and Silver Duke of Edinburgh’s Awards. Adept at communication, organisation, and creative thinking, with interests spanning AI, engineering, and healthcare innovation.

Excellent front-of-house experience at companies and conferences.

• Member of Mensa High IQ Society, 09/01/21, I completed an IQ test and have qualified as an official member of Mensa, the High IQ Society.
• Women in Engineering event at Culham Science Centre, 02/01/25, I completed the Women in Engineering event at the Culham Science Centre with the UKAEA. This involved taking part in coding and robotic activities, listening to informative talks, visiting and having a tour of JET and RACE and learning about the production of fusion plasma.
• Silver Duke of Edinborough's Award, 09/01/23, 09/01/24, For my skill, I am working towards achieving grade 8 pop singing. For my volunteering, I assisted with running debating club at The Manor prep school for 6 months, and completed 3 months of tennis for the physical aspect. I then completed an expedition for 3 days and 2 nights.
• Grade 8 Popular music vocals, 10/01/23, 06/01/24, I achieved a merit in this exam by the London College of Music, awarding me 24 UCAS points.
• Bronze Duke of Edinborough's Award, 09/01/22, 04/01/23, For my skill, I achieved grade 7 pop singing and received a merit. For my volunteering, I helped an elderly neighbour once a week, and took part in rounds and competitions of county golf. I also completed an expedition for two days and one night.
• Piano ABRSM grade 6, 01/01/22, 11/01/22, I achieved 8 UCAS points on completing this graded exam.
• Grade 5 ABRSM Music theory, 04/01/21, 06/01/21