Name: Nichola Pope
Age: 19
High School: St Mary’s
Course: A Levels in Sociology, English Language/Literature and Media

Why College?

It seemed really welcoming here and I liked the fact you have more freedom.

What’s good?

You get a lot of support if you need it. The tutors are so friendly and willing to take the time to help. They teach things in a fun way too.

What’s best:

It’s a lovely, comfortable environment.

What’s next?

I’m staying at College to do the BA (Hons) English – I’m happy here, I can stay at home and save money and I like the course content and teaching methods.

College is:

Interesting!

Name: Jasmine Marshall
Age: 19
High School: Millfield
Course: A Levels in Business Studies, Law and Psychology

Why College?

I liked the fact that it was a laid-back and grown-up environment. I originally did hair but realised it wasn’t right for me and signed up for A Levels.

What’s best?

The social side – there’s so much going on here that you’re always meeting new people.

My course:

Varied so there are different teaching methods. I like business as it applies to real life when you have a part-time job.

What’s next?

I’ve been sponsored by a business consultancy company in Reading to do a degree at the University of Winchester. My tutor gave me a lot of help preparing me for my interview and I’m really pleased I got the job.

College is:

A lot of fun and full of nice people!

Final thought:

College opens up so many doors – you don’t always realise this at first but there are a lot of opportunities out there.