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Next year, I’m going to university as I’ve been offered an unconditional place at the University of Huddersfield to study Interior Design which is my passion and dream job.
Featured Case Study
Taking part in the Chemistry Olympiad made me realise I wanted to study Chemistry at a higher level—and now I’ve secured a place at the University of Oxford.
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I chose this course because in the future, I would like to open up my own business in the hospitality industry like a restaurant.
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After I complete my A Levels, I am going to Sheffield Hallam University to study Illustration as my dream job is to be an illustrator in the creative industry.
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I’ve now applied to study Law at the Leeds Beckett University and Leeds Trinity University as my dream job is to be a solicitor or court judge.
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All the tutors are supportive and give you personalised feedback which has helped me improve in all areas of dance, especially with picking up choreography quicker.
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Castleford College Case Studies
I chose to study this T Level course because of the direction it could lead me in because of the work placement hours that give you lots of work experience.
Construction
I’ve really enjoyed my time at College and like both the theory and practical sides of my course.
Construction
My favourite thing to do on the course is use the range of machinery such as the lathes which we use to cut different metals.
Engineering
My dream job is to do oil rig welding abroad so I’m going to gain as much experience as I can in my current apprenticeship job.
Engineering
Through my T Level course, I developed skills in using new and exciting technology which has helped me to progress to university.
Engineering
I enjoy testing my electrical installation to ensure it's working properly, using problem solving skills.
Construction
I am progressing to a Craftsperson Apprenticeship at Siemens after completing my Level 3 Electrical Installation course at College.
Construction
I came to Castleford College because I knew this course would help me get the qualification I need to be on the path to become a Therapist.
Health, Social Care & Wellbeing
Selby College Case Studies
I chose this course because I always knew I wanted to go into the medical health field, and this gave me the perfect pathway.
Maths & Science
I like how personable and supportive my tutors are, which means I get so much more out of my learning.
English & Humanities, Social Sciences
I plan to take this newfound knowledge back to my team and explore the safety and environmental aspects of it, allowing us to support the projects team more.
Engineering
I’ve had a really good experience on the DFN Project SEARCH course and have met lots of new friends.
Foundation Learning
Studying GCSE Maths at Selby College is giving me the qualification, knowledge and confidence I need to become a nurse.
Maths & Science
The Higher National Certificate in Engineering programme is increasing my knowledge and skills in various Engineering disciplines, as well as my experience working with modern technology such as robotics.
Engineering
I’m so glad I chose to study Level 3 Travel & Tourism at Selby College because I am learning something new every day and we also get to go on a lot of trips.”
Travel & Tourism
The Heat Recovery & Transfer course has given me the knowledge to be able to calculate what energy my employer Lambsons Building Products is using and losing.
Engineering
Wakefield College Case Studies
We get to do a variety of activities such as painting, building and planting in the garden at Thornes Park.
Horticulture
It’s such a proud feeling. Graduating with a degree is something I never thought would happen as a child.
Sport
I have learnt about types of plants, how to crop and care for them and how to make different plants.
Horticulture
I enjoy this course and like listening to all the realistic stories from past events that relate to topics I’m learning in class.
Health, Social Care & Wellbeing
Life is so different after studying this course, College has given me everything.
ESOL, Maths & Science
I study the Animal Management course at Wakefield College as well as attend my work placement at an RSPCA shelter once a week.
Animal Care
My favourite thing about the course is there is a large variety of animals available to work with such as snakes.
Animal Care
University Centre Case Studies
It’s such a proud feeling. Graduating with a degree is something I never thought would happen as a child.
Sport
The Higher National Certificate in Engineering programme is increasing my knowledge and skills in various Engineering disciplines, as well as my experience working with modern technology such as robotics.
Engineering
The course allowed me to gain key skills, including communication, team building and problem-solving which I will use in my future career in the uniformed services sector.
Public Services
Visiting Bewerley Park really helped me build confidence and communication skills - it showed me I could push myself and work well in a team.
Public Services
I’ve gained skills in management and learnt various techniques in early years education that I can apply in real-world settings.
Childcare, Early Years & Childhood Studies
The criminology side of the course and why people commit crimes, has been fascinating and will be really helpful in my future role as a police officer.
Public Services
This course has enabled me to progress into a more senior role where I am leading a small team due to learning leadership and management skills on the course.
Business & Management
I chose this course because in the future, I would like to open up my own business in the hospitality industry like a restaurant.
Business & Management
After coming for an interview, it sounded like the course suited me because of the combination of both science and coaching.
Sport
Studying the Higher National Certificate in Engineering has enabled me to broaden my skills within the Engineering sector.
Engineering