Student Soundbites

Open new doors Jodie Collyer-Gibbs Plumbing NVQ Level 2 “I’m enjoying my course as its fun to learn and the tutors are great. I’m really learning lots. Hopefully I’ll get a job as a plumber either working for a company or starting my own business.”

Get a promotion Lisa Ellis CIM Professional Diploma in Marketing “I moved my part-time study from another College and have found Guildford to be a very supportive environment. The classes are activity based and have really benefitted my learning. During my studies for the Professional Diploma, I was promoted and have now got a new job.”

Fulfil your potential Julie Dawn Cole Counselling BA (Hons) Julie starred with Gene Wilder as Veruca Salt in the blockbuster film Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory. Julie acted over the years as well as being a fitness instructor on TV’s This Morning, but felt that she needed a new, more reliable career. “I’ve travelled and done exciting things but the novelty is not what it was. I wanted to use my brains and be more in control. Graduating from the Foundation Degree was the most wonderful feeling. Its 30 years late but I finally got my degree. It has been tough but do-able and incredibly rewarding. I love being at the College and I really recommend going back into education. We work for longer now and shouldn’t neglect our brains. Find something you’re good at and give it a go.”

Gain new skills Rowland Cornell Motor Vehicle Maintenance and Repair NVQ Level 3 “I’m already in full-time work and this qualification will help me to progress in my chosen career. The staff are very helpful, there are good facilities and a friendly atmosphere at the College.”

Get to university Tsitsi Mary Mushonga Access to Arts and Humanities “Studying at Guildford College has been a very profitable and enlightening year of my academic life. I have always been interested in higher education and I feel the Access to Arts and Humanities course has prepared me for my degree course, thanks to the excellent support from the College. I am now looking forward to studying a degree in law.”