Qualifications

I hold an MSc (Genealogical, Paleographic and Heraldic Studies) from the University of Strathclyde.

2016 MSc

Dissertation – WHO ARE THE BRIMERS? – The origin and growth of a British Surname examined using a dual documentary and DNA approach. More details can be found at brimer-brymer.org.

2015 Postgraduate Diploma

Dissertation – Radnorshire Elementary School Records 1891-1901. A case study to show the information that can be learned about the children of the parish of Llanddewi Ystradenni from elementary school records and its relevance to the genealogist.

I am committed to continuing my professional development each year to deepen my knowledge and keep up to date. This involves attending courses, conferences, evening meetings and webinars; reading books, magazines,  and journals; visiting new archives and museums; and researching on the internet. I have a personal development plan to give my learning structure.