Rate My Professor Hannah Drury

Hannah Drury is a Professional Practice Fellow and Educator at the New Zealand Marine Studies Centre (NZMSC), part of the Department of Marine Science within the Division of Sciences at the University of Otago. She holds degrees in science and education, along with experience in informal learning environments. As the primary level educator, Drury develops and delivers marine science education programmes for primary schools, early childhood groups, and interest groups. These programmes are aligned with the New Zealand primary and early childhood curriculum, providing academic, social, and cultural opportunities to participants. She manages enquiries and bookings for early childhood marine education and contributes to primary initiatives at the NZMSC, the public face of marine science at the university.

Drury is listed in the Department of Marine Science staff directory and contact information for the Dunedin campus. She serves as a key contact for educational outreach, including programmes such as Suckers and Tentacles, Supper in the Sea, and Seashore Scramble, where she is noted for coordination. Her role supports the outreach mission of the NZMSC, located at Portobello, facilitating hands-on learning in marine science for young learners.